FizikArione Open Performance Bike Saddle

Be aware that this saddle has carbon rails and they are thicker than an alloy rail. I had to get a longer adjustment bolt for my seat post clamp to accommodate the rails. I bought this saddle because I have an older Arione I've ridden on for many years and love it. This version is made for the "snake" (high level of pelvic flexibility; you can bend over and palm the floor without bending your knees). It doesn't have much padding and the perineum cut-out is a separate piece of plastic that joins the two wings (in the older model there is no change in material; there is simply a depression in the center of the saddle to accommodate the perineum) and I have no idea how these three separate pieces will hold up over time.I've only got around 300 miles on this saddle so far. It has taken some getting used to and, as I said above, am uncertain of how the saddle will hold up in the long run. I have my doubts...UPDATE: I am now around 1400 miles into this saddle and it's holding up fine. No concerns whatsoever!

This saddle is very hard. It is difficult to find a comfortable position. The saddle is easily damaged. Caught my shorts on the nose of the saddle and the foam separated from the saddle. I would not buy this saddle.

My first impression and expectations were very high for this saddle. It appears to be well made, light weight and a good looking saddle.I really want this saddle to work, however after a closer look. The carbon rails didn’t have the quality look as I would expect from a Fizik saddle and the saddle material has very slick feel.After brief ride I realized this saddle wasn’t for me, and I returned itPlease note all saddles are very personal and what might be right or wrong for me may not be for you!

Well, I came to give a review on my experience with it, but I now see that there are other pictures of these snapping in half.As a saddle, I never felt completely comfortable on it, but it was fine for fast-paced short rides out to 45 miles. But it broke yesterday. OK, this is odd - normally Amazon has a little window where we can attach pictures, but I don't see that here. Does this saddle get such bad reviews that they stopped allowing images of our broken saddles?29 April 2020 Edit: taken care of by Warrantee by Fizik. A replacement just arrived today

I have a Specialized Roubaix which came with a stock Toupe. It was a really painful for me to ride anything over 20 miles. I did my research and figure out that a Fizik Antares may be a good fit for me (I am a chameleon on Fizik's chart).When I received the saddle I was disappointed at first - it looked almost exact as the Toupe. But after I installed it and rode for 30 miles I changed my opinion! No pain at all! And no complaints since then! I really feel how well my saddle bones sit on my Antares!Very well made and a perfect fit! Thank you Fizik!

After a couple hundred miles, seems like a good fit. Saddle is supportive with little flex.

I loved this seat, but unfortunately it didn't quite fit for me. I dealt with some rubbing on the seat with my thighs. For someone with a more narrow frame this would be an excellent solution from a great brand. I wish I could have kept it, but it wasn't meant to be.

This saddle is not a cushy soft pillow, but if it's the right size for you, it just works. I have ridden about 300miles on this since I got it a few weeks ago and it is great. A saddle is a very individual choice and a god one for some is terrible for others, but at least Amazon has a decent return policy!

I rode one of my friends bike with this saddle and ordered this one that evening. This is the most comfortable saddle i have used on my road bike. Its also light weight but that's a bonus for me more than a requirment.

I bought this after doing a lot of research and read a lot of reviews, but unfortunately this saddle is still uncomfortable for me. I have tried multiple adjustments without any luck. I should have picked a bigger size.

Prompt geliefert, entspricht den Erwartungen

The saddle replaced another Fizik, which didn't have as much support at the back. I like the narrow nose.

Selle légère, confortable et qui absorbe bien les vibrations de la route mais elle est déjà déchirée. 4-5 sorties seulement.