This is my second Ergon SR Road Pro saddle and it replaces one that lasted me 5 solid years and 25,000+ hassle-free miles.
Its predecessor was a litany of saddles from Fizik and Specialized which, while comfortable and minimalist, suffered from durability issues. Saddle rails, in particular, would fail after just a season or two - not ideal - and the shells would deform and crack if the rails didn't. It was a far-too-frequent replacement expense.
The Ergon is equal to the others in comfort but the durability is the key: these things LAST. The rails are not heavy but they're well crafted. The shell is a bit more built up than others' offerings but has reinforcements in areas where others fail (especially around the nose and near where the saddle begins to flare wide, where most leg articulation takes place). The rails also have a slightly matte finish which means they stay put on the seatpost without a ton of torque - that's essential to keep the rails intact.
The saddle itself is quite firm - but that's not only the norm for a high performance cycling saddle but it's the recipe for comfort in the long run. Soft saddles sag over time and end up putting more pressure on sensitive backside areas - neither fun nor sustainable. Firm is better, though it takes time to get used to such things in a saddle. But I've done multiple 120+ mile days on my Ergon saddle over the years and it's always comfortable, start to finish.
My only complaints are super minor. The aforementioned matte finish on the rails will flake off over time (the metal underneath is polished so might need some grip paste to stay put in a seatpost clamp without over-torque pressure). The plastic shell *will* fail after many years of heavy use, but that's the case with any saddle. And it's heavier than the competition at this price point. Also: only available in black, which is universally fashionable but b-o-r-i-n-g.
But the saddles are built for stout and simply work. It's just a few grams - those are more easily shed from the body than the bike, and contact points on a bike need to be comfortable for a bike to be a fun place to spend your days.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13.74 x 9.53 x 2.87 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 0.33 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.78 x 7.48 x 3.94 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.7 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Ergon |
| Model Name | SR Pro Womens |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Mirofibre |
| Suggested Users | womens |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Ergon |
| Part Number | SA0730 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Included Components | Saddle |
| Outer Material | Foam |
| Size | small/medium/men's 3.5-7.5/women's 5-9 |
| Sport Type | Cycling |
