My Rating: 9.0 / 10

Advantages:

• Very comfortable saddle
• Cool looking
• Lightweight
• Good shock absorption

Disadvantages:

• Synthetic cover is thin

After reading the bad of the Fizik Aliante Gamma Twin Flex Bike Saddle, you might think it’s worth the price, even though that cover is a little fragile. And you’d be right. The Fizik Aliante is one of the most comfortable bike saddles you’ll ever set a tushy on.

When you buy it,You will notice that you won’t be able to change positions. Even if you manage to do that, you will slide back into place when riding your bike. But the good news is that with the Fizik Aliante, you only need one position. And you won’t have to stop every mile to get that blood flowing.

I really wish the synthetic cover was a little thicker, especially for the price. But as long as you don’t lean your bike against rough walls, it won’t get damaged. This is the only thing that kept the Fizik Aliante saddle from getting a perfect score. I didn’t count the price as a bad thing: with the Fizik Aliante, you get what you pay for.

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Fizik Aliante Gamma Twin Flex Bike Saddle Technical Specifications:

Shell :     Carbon Reinforced Outer; White Graphite Twin Flex Inner
Rails :    Titanium
Padding :    Open Celled Foam
Cover :     Microtex Perforated
Weight :    270 Grams
MSRP :        $135 Usd – 99,00 Euro

Be warned that if you buy this saddle, you will be spoiled. Cheaper saddles won’t fit the bill anymore. I’ll repeat myself here: the Fizik Aliante Gamma Twin Flex is very comfortable. Get it if you can afford it. Cycling will be a lot more fun, and less pain in the buttocks!