Gel Cover- Review

I have recently purchased a " gel saddle cover" for my mountain bike as the original saddle was quite uncomfortable after long periods of use.

The description included

• Soft Padded Top


• Stretch Fit


• Extra Gel For Comfort

Which is all true but after having used it for two days I've got to say that It's not worth the money. The gel becomes compressed when you sit on it for long enough and that is just as painful if not more so as it was with the original non covered saddle.

Also it's wider around the edges so there is quite a bit of thigh chaffing, And it does seem to add some weight to the bike admittedly not a lot but enough to notice.

But perhaps the most annoying fault that I have found is the fact that it absorbs moisture, Unlike the conventional saddles of leather or plastic which can be wiped dry.

So when riding in the rain it's like having a heavy duty sponge stuck to your bike and you can guarantee a soggy bottom by the end of the day!

Of course this is just my opinion and what Ive found- final statement " Don't waste your time, Money or Energy on a gel saddle cover"