Fizik Arione K:ium Wing Flex Black Road Saddle with Perforated Metal Blue Stripe features the K:ium rails for strength and a light weight design.
The Fizik Arione K:ium Wing Flex Black Road Saddle is equipped with wing flex construction which allows free thigh movement regardless the rider's position. Turn the saddle over and you'll notice several slits cut in the forward edge of the saddles wings. These slits are designed to bend and flex just enough to get out of the way of your thighs as you pedal, while still allowing the shell to remain firm enough for support and power transfer. This design offers the rider more seating position possibilities with no compromise for more comfort and more performance.
Another outstanding feature of the Fizik saddles is their I.C.S. (Integrated Clip System) which allows you to attach a Fizik Saddle Pak or Blink red tail light directly to the saddle with no straps, meaning no fuss for you. For a more noticeable look, match this saddle with Metal Blue bar tape.
K:ium Rail
Cover: Perforated metal blue microtex
Integrated Clip System
Wing Flex Design
Weight: 225 grams
Bought it as a backup
Review Date: April 15, 2009
Reviewer: Cyclocommuter, Toronto, Canada
This is my third Arione and I bought it mainly as a backup for the other two I am using on my road bikes. The Arione fits me perfectly which is why I use them on my bikes. Be forewarned though that bike saddles are a personal thing just like bike shoes.
What I like about the Arione:
1. Flexibility. There is more room to move fore and aft because of its length. This also allows me to move back and dig in when doing long climbs or move a bit more forward when on high speed courses.
2. Features. All Fizik saddles have the ICS clip which allows me to transfer my Fizik ICS saddle bag from one bike to the other with ease.
3. Design. It comes in various colors which you can match to the colors of the your bike(s). The latest one I got was black with a red strip running down the middle... matches my red and black bike perfectly.
4. Durability. I have probably put in more than 5000 kms on my oldest Fizik and the only signs of wear are on the side edges of the saddle.
5. Light weight. The Arione weighs in at around 225 grams which is relatively on the lighter side as far as bike saddles go.
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