**TLDR:** Posedla’s custom 3D-printed saddle delivered on its promise of a pain-free ride, even after a long 6.5-hour ride. It’s pricey and a bit heavy (by weight-weenie standard), but the comfort is worth it. Highly recommended for anyone struggling with saddle discomfort and wants to take away any of the guesswork.
For the longest time, I’ve stuck with my trusty Selle Italia SLR Boost saddle. It had been the saddle that caused me the least discomfort thus far. Despite trying out trendy off-the-shelf 3D printed saddles, none of them seemed to sit quite right. Saddles come in all shapes and sizes and thus become a highly personal choice due to the variances in sit bone shape, width, and riding styles. One saddle that works for one person may not necessarily fit another. Enter Posedla.
Posedla offers an at-home custom 3D-printed saddle. How it works is they send you a “butt implant kit” made from a type of foam that you sit on. Through the magic of technology, algorithms, and a short riding survey about your riding style, they’re able to gather information about your sit bone width and riding style to custom 3D print a saddle made just for you.
So far? The Posedla seems to have lived up to its promises. After taking it out on a 6.5hr ride yesterday, the discomfort you expected to feel after a long ride—the kind that makes you constantly shift in the saddle—simply never materialized. Perhaps it is partly mental, which, arguably, is also a huge factor, but I’m excited at the prospect of taking it out on more rides without feeling discomfort or pressure on my butt.
If you’re curious, here’s how the process went:
* 📅 Order placed: June 22
* 📦 🍑 June 26 – delivery of butt imprint kit. Photos taken and sent back the same day
* 🚀 🚲 Aug 22 – Joyseat shipped (8 weeks after)
* 🎉 Aug 26 – received the Joyseat
**Pros**
* A custom saddle made to fit exactly to you.
**Cons**
* Slightly heavier than my previous saddle, but I’d gladly accept that for the comfort.
* A bit expensive at $500 USD, plus an additional $116.71 CAD in duties.
* Manufacturing the seat took a while, though it was within the stated 6-8 week timeframe (I was just too excited).
**Overall rating: 9/10**
That_Xenomorph_Guy on
There’s better saddles for $100, just have to find the right one.
Checked_Out_6 on
Man, I thought dropping $175 for a brooks was rough. The $500 price tag is a punch in the gut. However, I am sure it is worth it.
MariachiArchery on
I switched away from this same saddle to a S-Works Romin Evo with Mirror and it solved my issues.
Haven’t done any super long rides but a couple of 20milers with no pain.
WaveIcy294 on
It’s great if it works for you but calling it just a bit expensive is ridiculous. 500$ is insane for a saddle.
skerinks on
I think it’s great you found something that works for you! Screw all these others saying that cost is outrageous for a sale. It’s your hobby, and you’re allowed to spend however much you want to make it enjoyable for you. If this does the trick, then it’s money will spent if it keeps you riding.
Amigosito on
I remember spending more and more on saddles until I realized the fundamental truth that performance saddles are not designed for comfort. I “downgraded” from a Selle Italia SLR to a Selle SMP Well Gel and my bum has never been happier.
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**TLDR:** Posedla’s custom 3D-printed saddle delivered on its promise of a pain-free ride, even after a long 6.5-hour ride. It’s pricey and a bit heavy (by weight-weenie standard), but the comfort is worth it. Highly recommended for anyone struggling with saddle discomfort and wants to take away any of the guesswork.
For the longest time, I’ve stuck with my trusty Selle Italia SLR Boost saddle. It had been the saddle that caused me the least discomfort thus far. Despite trying out trendy off-the-shelf 3D printed saddles, none of them seemed to sit quite right. Saddles come in all shapes and sizes and thus become a highly personal choice due to the variances in sit bone shape, width, and riding styles. One saddle that works for one person may not necessarily fit another. Enter Posedla.
Posedla offers an at-home custom 3D-printed saddle. How it works is they send you a “butt implant kit” made from a type of foam that you sit on. Through the magic of technology, algorithms, and a short riding survey about your riding style, they’re able to gather information about your sit bone width and riding style to custom 3D print a saddle made just for you.
So far? The Posedla seems to have lived up to its promises. After taking it out on a 6.5hr ride yesterday, the discomfort you expected to feel after a long ride—the kind that makes you constantly shift in the saddle—simply never materialized. Perhaps it is partly mental, which, arguably, is also a huge factor, but I’m excited at the prospect of taking it out on more rides without feeling discomfort or pressure on my butt.
If you’re curious, here’s how the process went:
* 📅 Order placed: June 22
* 📦 🍑 June 26 – delivery of butt imprint kit. Photos taken and sent back the same day
* 🚀 🚲 Aug 22 – Joyseat shipped (8 weeks after)
* 🎉 Aug 26 – received the Joyseat
**Pros**
* A custom saddle made to fit exactly to you.
**Cons**
* Slightly heavier than my previous saddle, but I’d gladly accept that for the comfort.
* A bit expensive at $500 USD, plus an additional $116.71 CAD in duties.
* Manufacturing the seat took a while, though it was within the stated 6-8 week timeframe (I was just too excited).
**Overall rating: 9/10**
There’s better saddles for $100, just have to find the right one.
Man, I thought dropping $175 for a brooks was rough. The $500 price tag is a punch in the gut. However, I am sure it is worth it.
I switched away from this same saddle to a S-Works Romin Evo with Mirror and it solved my issues.
I bought a [Knockoff](https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804716963289.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt). It’s not terrible.
Haven’t done any super long rides but a couple of 20milers with no pain.
It’s great if it works for you but calling it just a bit expensive is ridiculous. 500$ is insane for a saddle.
I think it’s great you found something that works for you! Screw all these others saying that cost is outrageous for a sale. It’s your hobby, and you’re allowed to spend however much you want to make it enjoyable for you. If this does the trick, then it’s money will spent if it keeps you riding.
I remember spending more and more on saddles until I realized the fundamental truth that performance saddles are not designed for comfort. I “downgraded” from a Selle Italia SLR to a Selle SMP Well Gel and my bum has never been happier.