San Marco AllRoad Open-Fit Dynamic saddle review
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San Marco AllRoad Open-Fit Dynamic saddle review

An all-terrain perch

Our rating

4.5

99.00
90.00
75.00
131.00

Dave Caudery / Immediate Media

Published: May 10, 2021 at 10:16 am

Our review
A durable, well-sculpted saddle for all-round riding

Pros:

Excellent shape; raised rear; weight

Cons:

Padding isn’t as thick as it could be

As the name suggests, San Marco’s AllRoad saddle is designed for all-day comfort both on- and off-road.

Its carbon fibre-reinforced nylon shell features a large central cut-out that measures 125mm long and 32mm at its widest, with a subtle channel running from front to rear.

In profile, the saddle has a slightly dropped nose and elevated rear, and its double-density padding is topped with a Microfeel cover, which is designed to be breathable with high abrasive resistance.

Featuring manganese alloy rails, my sample weighed 196g, which is a little under San Marco's claimed 200g.

The AllRoad's rounded rear widens to the saddle’s broadest point and narrows again quite abruptly in a near diamond shape – measuring 268mm long by 146mm wide.

That long and narrow nose offered pedalling freedom, with no rubbing or chafing, and while it's not classed as a short saddle, the way the AllRoad virtually locked me in position felt similar to one, and its raised tail worked like a backstop.

The double-density padding isn’t that thick, and I'd have liked a bit more, but provided consistent support and comfort all over the saddle, and the added flex from the shell’s cut-out increased the effect.

The raised rear felt brilliant in all positions, helping me to pedal more effectively; along with the hardwearing and subtly grippy Microfeel cover which prevented sliding.

Cutouts can be love them/hate them features, and, of course, saddle fit and comfort is always very personal, but this one felt great and enhanced the AllRoad’s comfort.

Product

Brand selle_san_marco
Price 131.00 AUD,99.00 EUR,75.00 GBP,90.00 USD
Weight 196.0000, GRAM (268mm x 146mm) -

Features

br_rails alloy
br_cutOut yes
br_length 268mm
br_availableWidths 146mm