Selle San Marco: TEST SADDLE The new Aspide short resumes the essential shape and the unmistakable design, which has always characterized the Aspide range, but shortens its length (250mm) to make it an even more comfortable. Its shape, combined with the large central cut-out (Open-Fit), guarantees maximum comfort and adequate support of the ischiatic bones in different pedalling situations.Since 2002 the Aspide has been the top model of the entire Selle San Marco collection. A product that in almost 20 years of history, has managed to support many cyclists to victory in World Tour Events, thanks to its perfect combination of comfort and lightness.Today, the Aspide takes one more step. It also becomes “Short” to increase even more the comfort and guarantee the pleasure of pedalling.The Aside Shorts Wide Open-Fit design and its clean, minimalist lines guarantees perfect comfort and even greater lightness. The slim front guarantees excellent leg freedom whilst pedalling. Whilst the rear support helps maintain the riding position. Aspide is particularly suited to road use, yet also offers excellent performance on other types of terrain.The new Aspide Short, with a total length of 250mm is now available in 2 modern fit sizes and 4 models the new Aspide Short range has you covered whatever your performance demands or budget needs are. FEATURESRail: Carbon Steel Black Shell: Carbon Fibre Reinforced Padding: Biofoam Cover: Silkfeel Saddle Profile: Open / Waved Size Wide: 250 x 155mm / ID-Match Ref: L3 Weight: 265g / 270g Use: Road / Off RoadTECHNOLOGIESMANGANESE RAILSThis material increases the characteristics of the frame by improving its resistance to wear caused by shocks. This type of rail is used on our Dynamic level saddles.CARBON FIBRE REINFORCED SHELLNylon with high properties, enriched with a high proportion of long carbon fibre, in order to reinforce the characteristics of rigidity, stiffness and durability without compromising the weight.VACUUM PADDING / PULLFOAMLow density foam with variable thickness structure that follows the movements of the pelvis when pedalling, for guaranteed comfort, long lasting resistance and ideal support.SILKFEEL COVERSilk-soft-touch surface finish, bi-elastic strut material, waterproof and with good abrasive resistance. Easy to wash & clean.NEW ERGONOMYThe perfect balance between the support and relief zone. The big hole helps maintain comfort under pressure and offers day long support and comfort. The central relief zone is long enough to work in all riding positions.