Anyone have any feedback on this saddle? Pros/cons, is it worth it’s hefty price tag?

afaik that is a disclaimer that is in the product documentation for all spesh carbon saddles, predating the intro of the 3d printed ones. I assume other reputable saddle manufacturers have similar language deep in their product docs. saddles do wear over time and do not have an infinite use life. …

[image] Pottery: also a slight aside, but when there were some reports of the 3d saddles 'melting", was it ever determined what caused it? I heard some chemicals or maybe body chemistry may be a factor, I also figured perhaps people were touching the saddles after using DEET? (deet melts many pl…

I’ve been using Chamois Buttr for every ride the last few years, and probably 10K miles on my Power Mirror saddle. The only thing I notice is a little “shine” on the saddle, but the integrity is fine.

Do you wear a bib as well? :wink:

I knew I was doing something wrong! :grimacing:

I got my Power Mirror 2 years ago following some perineal surgery (I’ll spare you the details)…gotta say I’m not impressed with the lengevity. The front of the saddle is now compressed and the 3D printed material is flat as a board. It is actually causing perineal discomfort on rides over 2 hours……

Has anyone tried the Power Expert Mirror saddle yet (the new-ish version with 3d inserts)? Does it compare well with the Power Pro Mirror?

I’ve got nine Specialized saddles on bike, with most being the Power Mirrors. I tried a Power Pro with Mirror, in the narrow 130mm option to see how narrow I could get away with. “Cushion” wise its more similar to a standard Power than a Power Mirror. Thats not a bad thing, but its not a replacement…

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Specialized Power Mirror saddle

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TrekCentury January 29, 2024, 8:11pm 335

I clean mine with the Muc-Off matte finish detailer. Gets all the stuff off the seat ( including butter).
1 1/2 years and still looks new.

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