Carbon specialist Schmolke calls its top saddle „The Lightest One“ (TLO), which is available in versions 55 and 65. We tested the „heavy“ 65 version, which weighs 63 grams. Nevertheless, the saddle is supposed to be able to carry a 100-kilo rider. The narrow shell with the huge cut-out in the middle is surprisingly comfortable to ride. This was confirmed by two testers, one with 12, the other with 13 centimetres of seat-bone distance. The saddle flexes visibly in the middle, and the side wings also flex. The long saddle rail, which can be clamped over a wide range, is also responsible for this. You have to get used to the very smooth surface at first. Once you have found the optimal position, however, you sit firmly in the saddle. The manufacturer explains the extremely high price with a lot of manual work, individual quality control and high tool and material costs.

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