Suture Gravel Bike Saddle

  • Prize
    Winner in Sport Equipment Design / Cycling
  • University
    University of Oregon
  • Lead Designer
    Daniel Carhuff
  • Professor Credit
    Susan Sokolowski
  • Design Status
    Concept
  • Web URL

Description
THE ULTIMATE ADJUSTABLE WIDTH AND BODY-CONFORMING GRAVEL BIKE SADDLE

This gravel bike saddle improves power transfer and rider comfort by optimizing sitbone fit while providing dynamic cushioning that conforms the rider before stiffening for efficient power. Sit bone adjustment uses an accessible 7mm hex socket and the seat fits into all standard seatpost clamps without any additional bulk. This is a plug and play solution to the perfect fit with the right balance between cushion and power efficiency that works to fit riders, rather than making riders work to fit their seats.

Innovation
A rotating rail design adjusts the width of the sit bone area of the saddle, which is measured and set in place via a tube with measurements that slides up and down, clampable with a 7mm hex bolt. No width change in the seat rails or alternative attachment method means this seat functions with all leading seat posts.

Durable fabric with direct-injected hexagonal overlays are inspired by tortoise shell plates and sutures, flexing with a finite range of motion before pressing together and becoming rigid. This allows the bike seat to conform well to the shape of the body before stiffening for maximum power transfer and long-term comfort.

An open middle and indented nose keeps breathability and comfort high for sensitive areas, while a fully independent back design allows for some level of flex during major impacts where the rider was not able to get up off of the seat. A bridge design between the rear rails further attenuates vibrations.

Product Detail
Woven TPU top fabric with 3D Printed or Direct Injected TPU hexagonal plates, TPU foam padding, TPU internal frame, injection-molded hard TPU nose, gel/alternative TPU foam under nose, hard TPU rails under frame, stiff TPU plate under seat, titanium rails for post attachment, anodized aluminum clamp, tube, and cap for adjustment area.

Specification
Universal Adult Size, Black, Fits Most Seatpost Clamps



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