The original Selle Anatomica saddle was designed based on our uncomfortable experiences on traditional leather bike saddles. In search of a solution to discomfort, we decided to conduct our own research into the medical issues associated with leather bicycle seats.
Mechanics of Cycling and saddles
Male Rider's Main Pain
Compression on the vulnerable scrotal and internal pudendal vessels and nerves and those delicate vessels intertwined with the dependent spermatic cord creates pressure on and interrupts blood flow through them. The outcome is:
- Numbness in the genitals
-Tenderness and bruising of soft tissues & exposed boney points
-Risk of impotence and sterility
- Numbness in the genitals
-Tenderness and bruising of soft tissues & exposed boney points
-Risk of impotence and sterility
Female Rider's Main Pain
Pressure on the poorly protected external genitalia and exposed boney points create or result in painful contusions.
Conclusions and Claims:
- There are known and well documented medical issues associated with riding bicycles for prolonged periods of time.
- Selle Anatomica, in conjunction with a physician, conducted research in riding mechanics, medical issues associated with riding, saddle design, and innovative design features that can minimize or eliminate saddle discomfort due to riding mechanics.
- Selle Anatomica tested various saddle configurations in order to evaluate performance based on the features and benefits of anatomical bike saddles.
- Ideal embodiments were successfully tested against known medical issues.
- A US patent was sought and awarded concerning the design features of the saddle (geometry, laminate design, rail configuration).
Anatomically Designed for Comfort
The original Selle Anatomica saddle was designed based on our uncomfortable experiences on traditional leather bike saddles. In search of a solution for discomfort, we decided to conduct our own research into the medical issues associated with leather bicycle seats. Where will your leather bike saddle take you?
