Schwinn Adult Ergonomic Bicycle Saddle Reviews

• I LOVE this seat!

  
  By AZ46J9P0G2VWH on 2006-11-21
  This is the most comfortable bike seat I have ever sat on, much better than the Butterfly Tri gel seat I bought for about $100 and never used. I have one on my tri bike, on my beat-around mountain bike and will be buying another one for a new road bike I'm getting.
  
  During a local 2006 century ride, I saw another woman with the same Schwinn seat on her road bike and we both agreed that this seat is the best!!!
  
  

• Awesome Schwinn Bicycle Seat!!!

  
  By A3AJHI0GTA2W73 on 2006-09-12
  I have been looking around for a bicycle seat to ride on rough trails. The one my bike came with was not cutting it. ;) I ended up choosing this one, because of the 'give' in the narrow part of the seat. I thought it would create more comfort. I put it on that night and went riding. Not only was it more comfortable, but there was a bounce to it, so when you went over rocky trails, it didn't hurt to hit the seat on the way down! I'm a satisfied customer! :)
  
  

• Great buy for the price, very comfortable if adjusted properly

  
  By A1N2PW77AC864C on 2007-07-05
  I had one of these on my road bike for about two years. In that time, I probably rode about 1000 miles, generally doing 10-30 miles/ride.
  
  This seat can be extremely comfortable, and for the price, is definitely a good deal. Most riders will certainly get their money's worth.
  
  Many of the other negative reviews on here describe exactly what I noticed with this seat before I adjusted it properly, which takes a lot of trial and error. Because it is so soft, when you depress it, you don't end up exactly where you expect to, so you may end up aligning it a different position than you think you initially should. For me, I had to tilt it back about 10 degrees from level. After that, it was EXTREMELY comfortable. I can ride 50 miles and feel quite cozy.
  
  The negatives I see with this are durability related. The outer fabric is pretty cheap, and after getting it wet with sweat or rain, it will eventually pull free of the inner, rubberrized layers. You'll start to see "blisters" in the fabric, and soon after, the covering will tear free. I think what causes this is that the Schwinn logo on the side is a bit sticky and will tug on the cover as your shorts slide over it. The other is that the seat is a bit wide for a road bike (good for a mountain bike) which may cause you to pinch the front of the seat with your thighs as you peddle.
  
  If you are looking into other options, I would recommend the Nashbar 2x Sport Saddle for a few dollars more. It is very similar to this one but narrower, more rounded, and more durable. It is however, not as soft as this one, which may be good or bad for you.
  
  In summary:
  
  Pros: This saddle is among the most comfortable you can find for under $75 (once adjusted properly).
  
  Cons: Durability questionable over time. A bit heavy compared to "serious" road bike seats.
  
  

• Comfortable seat

  
  By A83G9QYT44X4F on 2007-05-14
  This is definitely a good comfortable seat. I recently biked for 38 miles in one day (approximately 3 hours) and my rear was just starting to get a little sore at the very end. The gel padding is very nice.
  
  

• Didn't relieve the numbness issues

  
  By A17BSQJG7E5NPO on 2007-06-12
  I was looking for a seat that would relieve pressure in the perineum area. This seat did not relieve the "numb n@#s" syndrome that bothers many male riders - I still had numbness in the genital area after riding on this seat. I'm not sure why they call it an ergonomic seat except for marketing purposes.
  It's probably not a bad seat if you are just looking for a padded, adjustable, and economical straight replacement.
  
  
• Too soft an a litle uncomfotable
  By A269W50U3RDRFP on 2007-02-18
  Recently I bought the Schwinn Adult Ergonomic Saddle. It is not as comfortable as the manufacturer describes. Is too soft, so it is difficult to keep the position on the saddle while you are riding, you have to ajust your buttock position all the time. Now I know why it is so cheap.
  
  
• It's no Lazy Boy,
  By AFRPK7R9KRVUC on 2007-05-03
  but it's much more comfortable than the stock seat on my Trek 4500. I'm new to riding, and my pelvic bones need all the encouragement they can get to stay out on the trail. This seat has helped me ignore some of the discomfort that comes with learning any new sport. I don't slide around at all while I'm on it, and installation took about 20 minutes.
  I wonder if it would be overkill to buy a Bell gel seat to go on top of this saddle....?
  
  
• Works Great
  By APA23XP3S2LXF on 2007-01-03
  This seat is much better than the stock seat. It is a little wider and the gel padding helps. If your rear hurts from riding, try this seat out.
  
  
• Not so ergonomic...
  By A24UA946P82CSN on 2008-07-05
  The best thing about this seat is its sleek and stylish appearance - I was liking it quite a lot until I actually sat on it. I know a lot of people have liked this seat - that's why I tried it - but for me and my bike which lacks any rear or seat suspension, this is a very uncomfortable seat. I'm a pretty large guy, and it could just be that it is a bit too narrow, but it felt hard, and caused pain in the sensitive area after just a couple miles for me.
  
  A couple reviewers said that the adjustment made a difference, so I tried several different adjustments - but to no avail. It just didn't work out for me.
  
  
• Nice seat
  By A3SYAUCS3B1QW5 on 2007-07-24
  I lost my other comfy seat - much larger - transporting my bike. I saw this one and decided to try it after reading the reviews. I ride anywhere from 10 miles to 35 miles. It is a lot better on the shorter rides - up to 20 miles. But even on the longer rides it is still really comfortable considering I am on it over 2 hour. You can not beat the price.
  
  
• It's good as what it gets.
  By AME59WBAR0CRT on 2007-07-30
  Every body is different on their size. This one just fit me, but I will preffer maybe bigger size. This one is good as what it gets. No regret.
  
  
• Slot center seat pretty good
  By A60OH0VVTDVDX on 2008-03-25
  I bought this to reduce irritation of the genito-urinary tract. It works pretty well but it is so firm that my butt was aching. I had to modify a foam bike seat pad to make it usable. If you have more meaty butt than I it will probably be great for you.
  
  
• ok
  By A3V5I8JOOL6VN4 on 2008-04-05
  This seat was Ok...probably best for quick, bumpy rides on a mountain trail. But it still hurt my butt pretty bad when I did 25 miles on the road, with a 30 lb. backpack on. I will invest in a more cushioned seat for my 225 ride across Missouri.
  
  
• Swhwinn Bicycle Saddle
  By A2M6Z0V0LWTP56 on 2008-04-18
  I decided that after 6 years it was probably a good time to replace the seat on my Sorrento mountain bike. The original seat created no real comfort problems, but I just assumed that the gel had lost a little bit of its shock absorption ability. After a little research on the net I decided to give the Schwinn Adult Ergonomic Bike seat a try. Initially, it was a bit uncomfortable, but I attributed it to a break-in period. Now after about 20 hours of use the discomfort continues and I am putting my old seat back on. Although the name Schwinn brings back found memories of the bikes of my youth, I can not recommend this seat.
  
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• Schwinn "Ergonomic" Bicycle Saddle
  By A9OFXLCKT968P on 2008-04-29
  I think that this is a good product and a very good value for the price. Workmanship and materials are very good and the design seems to be doing a good job of relieving the pressure on the prostate--which was my main consideration. It is well padded and comfortable.
  
  
• Back in the saddle again!
  By AEJAGHLC675A7 on 2008-08-11
  Let's face it, bike seats do wear out over time. Even the most expensive saddles are going to break down over time, and even with a premium gel seat from five or six years ago, you're going to feel the pain in that "important area" when you take a drop with an XC bike or bump a curb with a street cruiser.
  
  If you look carefully at the photos of this Schwinn Adult Ergonomic Bicycle Saddle you'll see that it has a cut-out center relief zone in just the right area. From a personal perspective this rider found that the "love channel" section works like a champ, and after riding for a couple of hours I found that my backside wasn't sore and my crotch never felt like it was numb or falling asleep.
  
  Do keep in mind that any saddle, regardless of price, has to be adjusted to the individual rider, and it might take a day or two (or three) to do this. Carry your simple adjustment tools with you and you can do it while you're riding, and you'll find the investment of time will pay off in riding comfort.
  
  Also worthy of consideration is the well-made Planet Bike Men's A.R.S. Anatomic Relief Bicycle Saddle, a similar product with a slightly different though quite comfortable and sharp looking.
  
  It almost seems that a bike saddle of this price shouldn't be given any more than a 4-star rating, as there are some great gel seats out there that cost a lot more. On the other hand, once this saddle is adjusted properly, it's a 5-star ride, and that's what counts. It's well-made, and highly recommended.
  
  
• I love this bike seat! The most comfortable seat I have found.
  By A2Y72ZC41J8IVR on 2007-06-10
  I love this seat! This was my 3rd purchase in the quest for a comfortable bike seat. The gel seat that came with my Novara Piedra Mountain bike was decent, but I couldn't ride more than 20 miles due to discomfort. So I bought an expensive high end saddle which I liked....but it didn't have the Gel I needed to prevent me from going numb on long rides. So I tried a nose-less Gel seat, which eliminated the pain in my crotch area....but was very uncomfortable on my rear. (The nose-less also made it hard for me to stay on the bike down trail hills). Then I tried this Schwinn Ergonomic seat and it's a winner. I recently biked 30 miles with no problems. I am ordering another one for my husband!
  
  
• Good bike seat
  By A229HUO4CTGZHG on 2007-11-07
  Very good bike seat, very satisfied. Of course I cannot speak to durability, but only time will tell, but functionality is great.
  
  
• Love it!
  By A3JPQUM242IH7D on 2008-02-25
  I've been using this seat for a few months now riding my bike into and home from work every day. I love it!! My butt got a little sore at first but it's way better than the default one that comes with a new bike. I'd recommend it.
  
  
• Comfy seat
  By A2WEI0A4KVKLW9 on 2008-05-22
  It's very comfortable and looks like a quality seat. I usually bike about 20 miles at a time and have no problems with it.
  
  I just removed the mounting brackets it came with and used the ones already on my bike from my old seat.
  
  
• Say goodbye to pain!
  By AGQP3VKL7R0JY on 2008-05-23
  This seat is a must for guys, especially if you go on long rides! The center groove relieves the pressure, it's so comfortable. I ride 45 miles every week and never felt uncomfortable! This is probably one of the best investments I've ever made to my bike
  
  
• Very Comfortable seat
  By AHCTPBUJ7BAAO on 2008-05-30
  Just started getting into riding, after awhile I noticed that my thighs were killing me from the standard seat. So I started looking around and found this seat to be really intresting, specially with the "relief zone." As soon as I started riding I noticed a difference, I was really impressed on how comfortable it was, and that the relief zone actually works. Definitly a upgrade from the standard seat, I am not a bike expert, but this is definilty worth getting.
  
  
• So much better!
  By A2MXSXQ4YWCOLW on 2008-06-13
  The "stock" seat that came with my road bike was not very comfy. Put this guy on and it made a huge difference. Way, way better. For a baseline, I am a super-novice. My bicycling experience stopped with my driver's license 15 years ago. With a job relocation, I am about 10 miles from work and use it to commute a few times a week on a road bike. What used to be a relatively painful event for my behind is now pretty darn good. I can easily say this seat is perfect for my needs, and it doesn't even get hot in the sun like my old seat. It's a good fit and makes biking so much more enjoyable that I am now more inclined to ride than I was before this seat. BTW, I have not used biking shorts so I am interested to see how much softer everything will be once I go that route.
  
  
• comfortable
  By A31CCWH78TDGAW on 2008-06-13
  excellent choice, this seat is very comfortable for long rides, and you can ride the bike every day without any pain. excellent!
  
  
• Good Seat
  By A2EIEY85USPRPV on 2008-07-18
  The seat that my bike came with was the usual HARD and UNCOMFORTABLE for long rides. I purchased this seat based on reviews and the price. Good value for the price. Makes long rides much easier.
  
  
• Happy bottom
  By A1C1BIHWEKFUHU on 2008-09-02
  This is a great seat for men. It supports the bottom but does not put pressure on the genitals. This might sound funny but it was exactly what I was looking for.
  
  
• Great Schwinn Bike Seat
  By A2GZ7DJZDMEVJJ on 2008-09-27
  While I haven't had this seat quite as long as several of the riders doing reviews on it, one thing that became immediately apparent to me was it is one of the most uncomfortable seats I have every ridden if not properly adjusted!
  That being said, I really have to state that with taking the time to properly adjust the seat it is really a great seat and quite comfortable. Like a couple of other people mentioned, it does take a bit of time and a few trial & error attempts to get it just right. At least it did for me. I just took my seat adjustment wrenches with me and stopped and adjusted till I got it right. It was well worth the effort as it is now a pleasure to ride.
  
  
  
  
• Comfort and economy - a great combination!
  By A1X6DB1WZWSNTC on 2008-10-10
  pros: comfortable, standard installation, easy to adjust, inexpensive
  cons:
  
  This seat is super comfortable. I had a chance to take a trip on a very uncomfortable saddle recently and have come to appreciate my Schwinn saddle even more. I've used it almost daily for my 8 mile (x2) commute since I started biking 3 months ago. I just took it on my first real ride - 33 miles. Toward the end I was experiencing numbness which may have been avoided by moving the front of the saddle down a bit but overall I had a great ride thanks to this saddle! For comparison's sake I'm height/weight proportionate and wear chamois bike shorts when I ride. I have virtually no rear end, so I need all the cushioning I can get!
  
  I can see where durability may be an issue in a year or two or five, but I'm willing to deal with the minor hassle of buying a new saddle sooner should that happen.
  
  
• Nice seat, but I still got a little sore.
  By A3RD8DZLY3CLNT on 2008-10-11
  We went on a 17 mile downhill bike ride with my new seat. Its very comfortable & soft but I still got a little sore, but soreness did not last long. But I still think it is a nice comfortable seat.
  
  
• Over Rated
  By A3IGUYDJW3AAJR on 2008-11-17
  OK...it's better than a lot out there on the market. But, it still doesn't stack up to what I usually install on the older road bikes I refurbish & sell. What I usually buy is an Avenir Groove Dual Saddle. I bought one of these at my local K-Mart to save a couple of bucks. I wish I would've spent the few extra bucks for the Avenir Saddle. Bottom line...it's OK, but not great.Avenir Groove Dual Saddle (Black/Grey, Groove Dual (M)) Avenir Groove Dual Saddle (Black/Grey, Groove Dual (W))
  
  

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