Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo

Jul 23, 14 15:11

Post #1 of 42 (6145 views)

I have a Cannondale SuperSix that came stock with the Fizik Arione saddle (shown below). About 18 months ago, I began experiencing insane sit bone and high hamstring pain. So, I switched saddles from the Arione to the Adamo Prologue. The Adamo has been good to me and resolved my pain, but I look like Fred with it on my Road bike. I get weird questions and comments on it - "So...how's that saddle workin' for ya?" and "Oh, cool, the vagina saddle!". Yes, I'm easily influenced by others and their opinions.

Questions: I'm in the thick of training for a double 100 (6 weeks out). Will switching saddles now be a bad idea? If I go back to the Arione, how the hell do I map or transfer my old Adamo setup to the Adamo and maintain the correct fit coordinates?

Sorry to the people who ride Adamo saddles on their Road bikes - I don't mean to offend. Personal preference, I just don't like the way it looks.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 15:13

Post #2 of 42 (6133 views)

JimMoss wrote:

Personal preference, I just don't like the way it looks.

Haters will always hate. If it works, ignore the haters. It does a little strange on a road bike for some reason, but very comfortable saddle and that is what counts for me.

On the internet, you can be anything you want. It is a pity so many people choose to be stupid.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [chrisbint] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 15:21

Post #3 of 42 (6112 views)

chrisbint wrote:

JimMoss wrote:

Personal preference, I just don't like the way it looks.

Haters will always hate. If it works, ignore the haters. It does a little strange on a road bike for some reason, but very comfortable saddle and that is what counts for me.

Fitter (Max Testa's right hand man) even said to me a couple of weeks ago "might wanna ditch that Adamo and get a real road saddle".

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 15:37

Post #4 of 42 (6091 views)

I would imagine that your taint comfort would have a more powerful vote than appearances or comments by others.

Take a short break from ST and read my blog:
http://tri-banter.blogspot.com/

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 15:53

Post #5 of 42 (6066 views)

Quote:

I just don't like the way it looks.

Seems to me that from what you said it ain't about you not liking the saddle but rather you're too thin skinned to take comments from your riding buddies about your saddle choice.

p.s. I don't ride an Adamo. It didn't work for me. Instead I use a Cobb.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [logella] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 15:57

Post #6 of 42 (6055 views)

I love my adamo saddle. And i even like the way it looks. Maybe i'm just weird.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 16:00

Post #7 of 42 (6045 views)

Who gives a shit what other people say or think. They say crap like that then cut them loose, they're shallow and obnoxious. Use what works and be your own person.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 16:30

Post #8 of 42 (6001 views)

Because you spend a lot of time looking at your saddle while you ride? Afraid of what others think? Comfort beats either of the above 100 million times over.

"4 wheels move the body, 2 wheels move the soul"

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 16:45

Post #9 of 42 (5980 views)

I like the Selle Italia SLR Superflow on my roadie. Since I use an Adamo on my tri bike, you might find you like that one as well.

The point is, ladies and gentleman, that speed, for lack of a better word, is good. Speed is right, Speed works. Speed clarifies, cuts through, and captures the essence of the evolutionary spirit.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 17:41

Post #10 of 42 (5934 views)

The Arione is an over hyped saddle. The problem is that it's pretty narrow, at about 130 or 135 mm. You probably want a saddle that's 145 mm or so. I bought an Arione when they first came out and it was miserable for me. My preferred road saddle is a Selle Italia Pro Link Gel Flow, which is 145 mm.

I also use an Adamo and occasionally ride with one in my road bike. I don't know why people would tease about it, unless yours is bright pink leather or something.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 18:11

Post #11 of 42 (5888 views)

So...how's that SuperSix workin' for ya? ;)

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [sharkbait_au] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 18:36

Post #12 of 42 (5857 views)

sharkbait_au wrote:

So...how's that SuperSix workin' for ya? ;)

Love it. Absolutely love it.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 18:44

Post #13 of 42 (5843 views)

So why wouldn't you say the same for the comfy saddle?

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [spirogeek] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 18:49

Post #14 of 42 (5831 views)

spirogeek wrote:

Who gives a shit what other people say or think.

word .. ride what's comfy and enjoy it

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [Tri-Banter] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 19:04

Post #15 of 42 (5798 views)

Tri-Banter wrote:

I would imagine that your taint comfort would have a more powerful vote than appearances or comments by others.

This

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [jamgam] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 19:08

Post #16 of 42 (5790 views)

I guess Freddy Rodriguez was a "Fred" also when he won the 2013 US Professional Road Race on an ISM Attack? Or the Jelly Belly and Champion Systems-Stan's No Tubes pro teams racing on ISM saddles on their road bikes this year are also "not cool?"

I guess Max Testa's fitter isn't aware that the people he fits could achieve greater comfort and performance with an ISM saddle on their road bike. His clients are the ones missing out.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [jamgam] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 19:32

Post #17 of 42 (5742 views)

I remember when cycling used to be about riding bikes.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 19:42

Post #18 of 42 (5718 views)

I've got news for ya pal, everyone else is making fun of you for wearing spandex.

If you like sitting on the adamo in your spandex, who cares what a couple of roadies think.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 23, 14 23:55

Post #19 of 42 (5595 views)

And how is an adamo worse than a saddle that makes it look like your arse is bleeeding?

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 24, 14 0:32

Post #20 of 42 (5571 views)

Heard the same from some roadies, my middle finger is grown since then.
Don't give a shit what anybody says as long as it works for you and you are comfy for the 200. Maybe you should study that:"why don't you go f..k yourself!" Works most of the time and thickens your skin a little, or you get a beatin.

-shoki

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 24, 14 2:31

Post #21 of 42 (5509 views)

I have a Cat 1 teammate who rides an Adamo on the road. He gets some crap for it from time to time, especially with all the views from behind the racers have as he rides away from them.

Alex Arman

Strava

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 24, 14 3:19

Post #22 of 42 (5472 views)

I don't like how it looks either, I don't know how you guys ride on those things.

With that said, if it works then keep it. Find someone else to ride with if their comments bother you.

jaretj

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 24, 14 3:49

Post #23 of 42 (5445 views)

Not sure if you are venting, looking for sympathy or alternatives. I got nothing on the first two.

As an alternative you might consider the specialized romin evo pro. I highly recommend it as a race oriented (pretty dang firm) ergonomic saddle.

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [JimMoss] [ In reply to ]

Jul 24, 14 4:22

Post #24 of 42 (5415 views)

Stick with the Adamo. A wry laugh is the best response to the ribbing- don't let them them think they're getting to you.

Going back to a saddle that didn't suit you- "insane... pain"- would be plain daft. And don't forget that a rather important nerve runs through that region...

Re: Saddle Question: I look like Fred with the Adamo [spirogeek] [ In reply to ]

Jul 24, 14 4:39

Post #25 of 42 (5380 views)

spirogeek wrote:

I remember when cycling used to be about riding bikes.

I might have to make this my new signature. slow clap and nod of approval.

"4 wheels move the body, 2 wheels move the soul"

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