Within the Fizik Spine Concept system, this saddle is categorised as a “Snake” type, which means it’s designed for those who have lots of flexibility and minimal rotation of the pelvis when pedalling. Strong and Lightweight Construction Designed with both speed and comfort in mind, the Fizik Arione R3 Open saddle features a carbon-reinforced nylon shell, strong K:ium rails and Comfort Core foam. This combination provides the perfect balance of efficient power transfer, a comfortable ride and a low weight.
Within the Fizik Spine Concept system, this saddle is categorised as a “Snake” type, which means it’s designed for those who have lots of flexibility and minimal rotation of the pelvis when pedalling. Advanced Shell The base of the Arione R1 Open is manufactured from a composite of nylon that’s reinforced with carbon fibre. This design reduces the weight and provides a stable platform for consistent comfort and a low weight. This advanced shell is wrapped with Fizik’s Comfort Core foam and a durable Microtex cover. Carbon Fibre Rails In addition to the carbon fibre reinforced shell, this saddle has braided carbon rails. These are light, strong and combine with the shell to ensure ultra-efficient power transfer.
Arione R3 is for The Snake: Flexible Spine. If you are very spinally flexible (far less than 90 degrees between your straight legs and your back when bending over as far as you can, keeping your legs straight a shoulders’ width apart), you are a Snake. You achieve the performance position using your spinal flexibility alone, not rotating your pelvis at all. You will like the flat, narrow and long shape of the Arione. Shell: Carbon Thermoplastic Composite with Wing Flex™ for freedom of thigh movement.
Theis product's carbon thermoplastic composite shell and carbon braided rail reduce weight and increase saddle stiffness. The Arione R1 Carbon saddle is for The Snake: Flexible Spine. If you are very spinally flexible (far less than 90 degrees between your straight legs and your back when bending over as far as you can, keeping your legs straight a shoulders’ width apart), you are a Snake. You achieve the performance position using your spinal flexibility alone, not rotating your pelvis at all. You will like the flat, narrow and long shape of the Arione. Please Note: The "regular" 126mm wide version has a smooth finish top and the "large" 140mm wide version has a dimpled finish top.