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Review by AnonymousReviewed 2/25/2023by AnonymousDaily CommuterSeattle1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Give it two weeks When I first tried this saddle, it was so uncomfortable that I took it off my bike immediately, even before I tried it for a ride. Then I decided to give it a fair try. Here's how it went:
Day 1: Hm, I don't think I like this thing.
Day 2: This saddle sucks.
Day 3: It's a bit better; let's see how this goes.
Day 14: This is the most comfortable saddle I've ever had!
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When I first tried this saddle, it was so uncomfortable that I took it off my bike immediately, even before I tried it for a ride. Then I decided to give it a fair try. Here's how it went:
Day 1: Hm, I don't think I like this thing.
Day 2: This saddle sucks.
Day 3: It's a bit better; let's see how this goes.
Day 14: This is the most comfortable saddle I've ever had!
Review by SLOLetsGoReviewed 1/14/2021by SLOLetsGoCycling EnthusiastSan Luis Obispo, CA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great saddle for riders with average flexibility.I became a Fizik saddle convert after many years of being a loyal Selle Italia rider (although the Turbo will never come off my vintage Eroica bike). The Anteras is designs for folks with average flexibility and the Microtex cover material has a fabulous leather-like feel, and it has a very clean look on the bike. My best advice is to make sure you know exactly how wide your sit bones are (ideal saddle width is sit bone width + 20mm). The regular size is quite narrow at 141mm. I found after about a year of riding that it was too narrow for me, but the large version at 152mm is just right. Highly recommended saddle!
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I became a Fizik saddle convert after many years of being a loyal Selle Italia rider (although the Turbo will never come off my vintage Eroica bike). The Anteras is designs for folks with average flexibility and the Microtex cover material has a fabulous leather-like feel, and it has a very clean look on the bike. My best advice is to make sure you know exactly how wide your sit bones are (ideal saddle width is sit bone width + 20mm). The regular size is quite narrow at 141mm. I found after about a year of riding that it was too narrow for me, but the large version at 152mm is just right. Highly recommended saddle!
Review by Jack1576Reviewed 1/30/2020by Jack1576Cycling EnthusiastHudson Valley NYHuge upgradeI downloaded the app to get fitted for a new Fizik saddle. After picking out the model based on hip flexibility went with the cutout to relieve some pressure. Huge improvement on both fronts compared with my stock saddle.
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I downloaded the app to get fitted for a new Fizik saddle. After picking out the model based on hip flexibility went with the cutout to relieve some pressure. Huge improvement on both fronts compared with my stock saddle.
Review by PatReviewed 7/25/2022by PatCycling Enthusiastcleveland ohioFinding the right saddle is time consuming and expensiveShopping for a new saddle is difficult, reading reviews and tests can only tell you so much, everybody is different. I'm sure I could benefit from a professional bike fitting, however time, money, and time...did I mention time? All that said, so far this is the best saddle I've had on this bike. I think a little more cut-out may help long ride comfort. Overall look, fit and finish on this saddle is very nice.
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Shopping for a new saddle is difficult, reading reviews and tests can only tell you so much, everybody is different. I'm sure I could benefit from a professional bike fitting, however time, money, and time...did I mention time? All that said, so far this is the best saddle I've had on this bike. I think a little more cut-out may help long ride comfort. Overall look, fit and finish on this saddle is very nice.
Review by Jack the CatReviewed 6/1/2019by Jack the CatWI2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Great saddle !As advertised, the cutout has alleviated the pressure and numbness I had after rides on my stock Bontrager and Selle Italia saddles on my Trek and BMC. The old saddles had minimal cutouts, and I guess I accepted that numbness was part of cycling.
Im pushing 50 years old with average flexibility and feel this model is right for me. Ive had it for a couple months and can happily say the numbness is not an issue. There was an initial break-in period as my sit bones were admittedly sore as I adjusted to the new seat. But after a couple rides it was clear that Id made the right choice. Now I can set out for a few hours in the saddle and not lament having to deal with the numbness. The weight difference was an added bonus - this thing is also super light.
Id give 5 stars but clearly there are higher end saddles out there with larger cutouts, lighter etc., but I feel that this saddle is fantastic. It exceeded my expectations.
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As advertised, the cutout has alleviated the pressure and numbness I had after rides on my stock Bontrager and Selle Italia saddles on my Trek and BMC. The old saddles had minimal cutouts, and I guess I accepted that numbness was part of cycling.
Im pushing 50 years old with average flexibility and feel this model is right for me. Ive had it for a couple months and can happily say the numbness is not an issue. There was an initial break-in period as my sit bones were admittedly sore as I adjusted to the new seat. But after a couple rides it was clear that Id made the right choice. Now I can set out for a few hours in the saddle and not lament having to deal with the numbness. The weight difference was an added bonus - this thing is also super light.
Id give 5 stars but clearly there are higher end saddles out there with larger cutouts, lighter etc., but I feel that this saddle is fantastic. It exceeded my expectations.
Review by jimbaxReviewed 4/7/2022by jimbaxCycling EnthusiastSF bay areaFizik saddles are the bestI used an earlier version of the Fizik Antares Chameleon saddle for over 10 years. As it was getting a bit worn, I decided to get this new Antares saddle. I like the cut-out feature. Fit is a bit different from the earlier version so it took me a few adjustments to get it right. Fizik saddles are very well made and last forever.
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I used an earlier version of the Fizik Antares Chameleon saddle for over 10 years. As it was getting a bit worn, I decided to get this new Antares saddle. I like the cut-out feature. Fit is a bit different from the earlier version so it took me a few adjustments to get it right. Fizik saddles are very well made and last forever.
Review by VictorReviewed 10/25/2018by VictorRichmondComfy, but also raceyVery comfortable for those long rides, but easily change your position to get more aero and a raceyer feel.
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Very comfortable for those long rides, but easily change your position to get more aero and a raceyer feel.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 7/12/2018by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastJacksonville, FL1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Excellent ProductExceptional saddle for riders who want perineum relief in a high quality saddle.
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Exceptional saddle for riders who want perineum relief in a high quality saddle.
Review by JoshuaReviewed 6/24/2018by JoshuaJapan1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Does what is says it does. I bought this seat to get some relief from numb male parts on long rides. It is comfortable and rides well.
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I bought this seat to get some relief from numb male parts on long rides. It is comfortable and rides well.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 4/22/2019by AnonymousNice SaddleLooks and feels great, no more soreness or numbness.
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Looks and feels great, no more soreness or numbness.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 8/8/2021by AnonymousCasual CyclistGreat saddle!I know saddle is a personal thing however I've found this one to work well with me. Great look and build feels solid.
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I know saddle is a personal thing however I've found this one to work well with me. Great look and build feels solid.
Review by GdavisReviewed 1/6/2019by Gdavisohio 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I bought three !Liked this saddle so much that in addition to my trainer bike. I bought one for my road bike and my winter road bike.
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Liked this saddle so much that in addition to my trainer bike. I bought one for my road bike and my winter road bike.
Review by Chappy GreenReviewed 3/29/2018by Chappy GreenPDX3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.A PerchWell according to Fizik, Antares is somewhere between race and relaxed. Id agree. Its pretty flat and appears small until you measure it to, lest say a gravel bike seat. I love it. Minimal and not long to get very acclimated
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Well according to Fizik, Antares is somewhere between race and relaxed. Id agree. Its pretty flat and appears small until you measure it to, lest say a gravel bike seat. I love it. Minimal and not long to get very acclimated