fi’zi:k has announced a new series of three saddle designs, which will be used by its sponsored teams at this year’s Tour de France. Seven pro-teams use fi’zi:k saddles, including the reigning Tour de France and Giro d’Italia champions Chris Froome and Nairo Quintana. All seven teams have committed to using the saddles during the 2014 TdF.
Nicolò Ildos, fi’zi:k Marketing & Racing Manager said “These are some of the most beautiful saddles that we have created and we’re delighted that all seven pro-teams that have been using the Spine Concept series saddles have committed to using the new design. We can’t wait to see the lights of the Champs Elysees reflecting off them as the riders sprint for the finish line in Paris.”
According to fi’zi:k, the saddles use the latest material-science technologies, with the core of two models constructed from fiberglass thermoplastic composites and the third saddle made from carbon reinforced nylon. All three incorporate an eye-catching reflective element on a black Microtex cover, which is ‘distinct, un-missable and acts as a reminder to all cyclists to think about visibility when riding.’
All three saddles are now available from stores stocking fi’zi:k saddles and performance bike shoes.
The fi’zi:k Arione R3 and Antares R3 both use the same structure and Microtex thigh glides with reflective film as the pro version, and incorporate a k:ium rail. The 185g Arione R3 is designed for highly flexible riders and the 195g Antares R3 for those with medium levels of flexibility. Both are both priced at €210.
The fi’zi:k Aliante Gamma uses a carbon reinforced nylon shell to cater for less flexible riders and is available for €169. The saddle weighs 259g and incorporates the same reflective film and Microtex cover as the pro-standard version of the saddle, again along with a k:ium rail.
All saddles are packaged in a La Tour Eiffel box set with spirit level and fi’zi:k bar tape.
