Description

In collaboration with World-Class Triathletes, Ergon developers have discovered that athletes can be divided into different sitting types – Front and Mid. That´s why Ergon´s new Power Position system delivers saddle shapes that guarantee triathletes more comfort and more performance. The SR Tri Women Mid saddle is for riders who prefer to sit in the middle saddle area with less forward pelvis tilt and a more rounded lower back. The SR Tri Women Mid – more comfort, more performance, faster on the road.
Through intensive research, Ergon R&D has developed the revolutionary Power Position concept which divides all athletes into two seat types: Front and Mid. The improvements are immediately noticeable: less muscle fatigue and more performance on the bike and while running.
Our goal was to improve triathlon seat ergonomics to enhance performance. With 20 years of experience and expertise, we have achieved this at the highest level with the Tri series.
Through research and development, ergonomics is at the forefront of our efforts. Utilizing joint studies with numerous triathletes, we develop tailor-made saddle solutions. The consideration of gender-specific saddle shapes plays a central role in a saddle design. During several years of intensive development involving top athletes, the Ergon development team has classified two types of seats: Front and Mid.
In the extremely forward leaning upper body position, seat width is no longer an issue. With a revolutionary seat type concept, Ergon has developed the perfect saddle shapes for better performance output.
Find your Power Position:
– In the many years of development work between Ergon and world-class triathletes like Jan Frodeno, Laura Philipp, Jan Stratmann and Imogen Simmonds, it was clear that triathletes differ with two sitting types – Front and Mid. This applies to both men and women. Some female riders put more weight on the middle section of the saddle and round their backs significantly. Others sit on the front part of the saddle and keep their back lower and straighter.
Perfect shape for women:
– Due to the different anatomy compared to male triathletes, the lower aero upper body posture places more pressure on different structures in the sitting area. Accordingly, the SR Tri Women Front with its wide and soft saddle nose is perfectly adapted to women who ride in the front power position.
Less back fatigue:
– Our aim was to perfect the ergonomics of the triathlon saddle down to the smallest detail and improve overall performance. The optimized saddle shape ensures less back muscle fatigue, improved, more efficient pedaling ergonomics and a high level of comfort. This relieves the muscle chains required for running and the transition to the run can be started fresher and with more energy. The SR Tri helps you ride and run faster!
Developed with top Triathletes:
– Laura Philipp and Ergon collaborated on the development of the SR Tri Women Mid saddle. The top German athlete finds her Power Position with it, guaranteeing better performance on the bike and on the run.
Prevents numbness in the perineal area:
– No pain, more power. As the symphysis (pubic arch) in women is 25 percent lower than in men, an especially high level of relief is required in this area. The highly flexible 3D printed insert achieves this by supporting the load-bearing area in the relief channel. The adapted flexibility of the insert can generate additional support while improving the overall relief of the genital area.
BMR line for optimum adjustment:
– The BioMechanical Reference line (BMR line) is marked on the saddle surface of all SR Tri saddles. This shows the meridian of the saddle – the point at which the saddle is exactly 75 millimeters wide. The BMR line is a reference point for the correct fitting of height, fore/aft position, inclination and the correct saddle nose distance. The BMR line is also an important reference point for precise adjustment using our Fittingbox Road.
Better cycling and running:
– Combined with our proven Orthopedic Comfort Foam, the shape of the saddle allows triathletes to ride in the aero position longer without pain. Because the muscle chains of the legs and the back muscles can work more efficiently, your cycling performance improves and the transition to the run is easier and faster.
Faster with the Power Position:
– The SR Tri Women Mid is designed with a flatter nose to allow athletes to make the smallest movements on the saddle. This allows triathletes to vary the pressure distribution over a longer period of time and reduce muscle fatigue – especially in the back area.
Pain-free and efficient:
– Pressure reduction in the genital area not only increases comfort, it also makes you faster. The SR Tri Women Mid features a soft, highly flexible 3D print insert in the nose area. This delivers further relief for women´s pressure-sensitive areas – especially in long-distance races. Ride pain-free longer and perform at your best.
More Relief with dynamic Sitting:
– The Ergon SR Triathlon’s shape is specifically designed to reduce muscle fatigue. The flat front and ergonomic design decrease friction and provide more room for micro movements, resulting in less stress and rigidity for the rider’s back and lower back.
Best Stance – best Performance:
– The slim saddle nose supports a closed, parallel leg position for improved pedaling ergonomics. Proper leg placement also reduces overall riding fatigue, especially on longer trips.
No Pain, more Gain – long Distance Comfort at its best:
– Sitting for extended periods with less stress – with the Ergon SR Triathlon Women, you gain support that offers optimal relief for long-distance rides – because pain-free rides mean better performance.
Gender-Specific relief:
– The anatomy doesn‘t lie. Women and men differ particularly in the seating area, which is why the Tri saddles also follow the proven Ergon relief principle. Due to the different pelvic shapes, individual saddle designs and relief solutions are required for women and men.
Originated from Project TRI: Speed is in the Details:
– During Ergon Project TRI and with the help of world-class triathletes Jan Frodeno and Imogen Simmonds, we pursued the goal of optimizing saddle ergonomics of triathletes down to the smallest details.
Project TRI: Ergonomic expertise meets world-class triathlon:
– In the top tier of endurance sports, the requirements of the three different disciplines are closely linked. The transition zone challenges athletes not only in terms of time, but also in terms of preparing the body for the next discipline. In the case of transitioning from cycling to running, the sitting position on the bike can affect in the outcome of the marathon run directly. During Project TRI, Ergon’s development team worked together with world-class triathletes, Jan Frodeno and Imogen Simmonds, with the goal to optimize saddle ergonomics down to the smallest detail and elevate the athletes’ performances. 20 years of experience and ergonomic expertise allow us to tackle and solve these problems at the highest level.
In research and development, ergonomics is at the forefront of our efforts.:
– Utilizing joint studies with numerous triathletes, we develop tailor-made saddle solutions. The consideration of gender-specific saddle shapes plays a central role in a saddle design. Different pelvic shapes of men and women require individual saddle constructions for each gender. Saddle comfort and relief are key to top performances for professional athletes.
Feature:
– Ergonomically adapted to the male or female anatomy in different time trial positions
– Super-light and stiff carbon rails ensure less weight and direct power transmission
– Less muscle fatigue and more performance
– Two versions: For a low upper body with loading forward on the saddle nose, or a moderate body position with pressure on the middle of the saddle
– Ergonomically designed with highest precision for the forward leaning upper body position of triathlon and with special attention to male and female anatomy
– Specifically supportive padding to maintain performance over long distances
– Reduced back fatigue and improved pedalling ergonomics
– Improved transition from cycling to running thanks to dynamic sitting
– Protects perineum and genital area, prevents numbness
– Relieves pressure on the perineum and genital area
– Optimum pedaling ergonomics facilitates the transition to running
Specifications:
– Saddle Shell: Carbon Composite
– Rail: carbon (7×9 mm oval)
– Cover: Microfiber
– Padding: Orthopedic Comfort Foam, 3D print insert in the front area
– Saddle Nose Width: 49 mm
– Length: 232 mm
– Width: 130 mm
– Height: 65 mm
– Weight: +- 205 g