{"product_id":"600-md-mtb-trekking-bike-saddle","title":"60° MD MTB \/ TREKKING \/ BIKE SADDLE","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe designed this saddle for frequent bike rides of between 1 and 3 hours with a 60° torso angle.  \nSuitable for body types: men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e270 mm x 160 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with all brands of seatpost with 7 mm rails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to choose your saddle according to your riding style\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA saddle adapted to your position for guaranteed comfort.\nStraight back (90°): Wide, padded saddle for greater comfort\nInclined position (60°): Versatile saddle\nLow position (30°): Thin, moulded saddle to improve performance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eChoosing the right saddle width\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere are some simple benchmarks:\n- If the gap between your sit bones is between 90 and 120 mm, use a 145 mm saddle\n- If between 120 and 140 mm, a 155 mm saddle will be more comfortable\n- In a raised position (45 to 60°), choose a 155 mm saddle, even if the gap is smaller\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWatch the tutorial video to measure your sit bone width:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can also watch our tutorial video which will explain all the steps described above: https:\/\/players.brightcove.net\/3415345270001\/DOHosj6Wy_default\/index.html?videoId=ref:p2575062_1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMaking the most of your ride:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaddle adjustment: 4 Steps for optimal comfort\n\nChoosing a saddle: suitable for your posture (back at 60° = special saddle).\nHeight: the leg needs to extend without unbalancing the pelvis.\nAngle: neutral to avoid pain and the wrong pressure.\nBackward\/forward: knees properly aligned with the pedals.\nYou can see a video demonstration here: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UI0w_ii3mkw\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e1. Determining the saddle height (part 1):\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEquipment: Tape measure, rigid book, pencil\nPosition: standing up, barefoot, back against a wall, feet 15 to 20 cm apart\nAction: raise the book between your legs up to the perineum\nMarker: mark the top of the book on the wall\nMeasure: from the floor to your mark = your inseam height\n\nEssential information for choosing the right frame size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e1. Determining the saddle height (part 2):\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo determine your inseam height, you need to multiply it by 0.883 = the ideal distance between the centre of the bottom bracket and the top of the saddle.\n\nExample: 89 cm x 0.883=78.6 cm\nThis method is used by bike fitters for optimal positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e2. Adjusting the saddle angle:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA flat saddle is more comfortable!\nPlace a spirit level on the front of the saddle (in the centre towards the tip).\nAdjust it until it is horizontal. Then tweak after a few rides until comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e3. How to measure your sit-bone width\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Take two pieces of cardboard, a flat stool, a ruler and a pen.\n- Place the cardboard on the stool, sit up straight and apply pressure for one minute.\n- Stand up and locate the two marks.\n- Connect the centres with the ruler: this is your sit-bone gap!\nHandy for finding the best saddle for your personal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e3. Adjusting the saddle setback:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow to adjust the saddle position (forward\/back)\n- Get on your bike against a wall mount\n- Clip your shoes to the pedals\n- Place the crank parallel with the ground\n\nLook at your knee: It should be aligned with the pedal\nIf not, move the saddle forward or back as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe've developed our new collection of saddles, designed in France at our Decathlon laboratories, for regular cycling, combining comfort, support and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item large--one-half medium--one-half productFeature productFeature--easy-to-breathe\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid--full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item one-fifth productFeature-icon\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"productFeature-image\" src=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/contents.mediadecathlon.com\/b65338\/pic.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item four-fifths productFeature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"productFeature-title\"\u003eSitting comfort\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productFeature-description\"\u003eWide, ergonomic saddle for better weight distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item large--one-half medium--one-half productFeature productFeature--easy-to-breathe\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid--full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item one-fifth productFeature-icon\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"productFeature-image\" src=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/contents.mediadecathlon.com\/b65379\/pic.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item four-fifths productFeature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"productFeature-title\"\u003eAnatomic design\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productFeature-description\"\u003eThe central part relieves pressure on the perineum. Unisex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item large--one-half medium--one-half productFeature productFeature--easy-to-breathe\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid--full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item one-fifth productFeature-icon\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"productFeature-image\" src=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/contents.mediadecathlon.com\/b65103\/pic.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item four-fifths productFeature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"productFeature-title\"\u003eModularity\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productFeature-description\"\u003eAccessories can be added: sports action cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe designed this saddle for frequent bike rides of between 1 and 3 hours with a 60° torso angle.  \nSuitable for body types: men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DECATHLON","offers":[{"title":"8642099 \/ Unique size \/ Default","offer_id":47838980866292,"sku":"4273393","price":499.0,"currency_code":"GHS","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/5947\/1860\/files\/pic_a19392ef-8654-4706-9c45-6958d9311c61.jpg?v=1773162415","url":"https:\/\/decathlon.com.gh\/products\/600-md-mtb-trekking-bike-saddle","provider":"Decathlon Ghana","version":"1.0","type":"link"}