Saddled with discomfort part II

In our aim to continue to provide the best advice and fitting service that we are able to it is a pleasure to announce that, in conjunction with the 30+ other shapes of saddle we have to test at fit-me-up, we have now added the Selle Italia range.

In addition to our pressure mapping system the Selle Italia saddles are recommended based on their 'idmatch' system.

The 'idmatch' system allows for some basic measurements to be taken and then an saddle shape recommended.

The difference at fit-me-up is our pressure mapping system that is able to then further check the likely suitability of the saddle. 

The 'idmatch' system uses a series of tools to take the measurements.

The measurements are then fed through a system that recommends a shape and type of saddle.

The 'General Parameters' used in the system are;

• Age
• Height
• Weight
• Gender
• Type of Cycling

These are used to help identify the cyclist's overall size and gain an idea of their general needs.

Next the 'intertrochanteric' distance is measured. 

The aim of this is to gain an idea of the distance between the 'ischial tuberosities'. These are the 'sit bones' that are sometimes measured by sitting on a box.

While this can act as a guide, the next two steps are where the system starts to distinguish itself.

First the 'thigh circumference' is measured, this will help riders with larger thighs be matched to saddles that facilitate them sitting on the part of the saddle deigned by the manufacturer to be sat upon.

Conversely, a rider with smaller thighs can be offered the correct support from a potentially slightly broader saddle.

The next part of the saddle selection system looks at the Cyclists' 'pelvic rotation'. An 'inclinometer' is supplied with the system to help measure this.

The aim here is to match most ideal level of support under the pelvis depending on the degree of rotation that is likely to be achieved when on the bike. Undue pressure here is never nice...

Based upon this information a selection of saddles will be recommended by the system.
The recommendation will be based on parameters and saddles available.

The most appropriate saddle can then be selected to be tested using our pressure mapping system. 

Where the idmatch system goes further with the use of their 'biomechanical reference point'.

The aim here is to set the saddle in the correct place on the bike, something as a fitter I like the idea and am looking forward to testing.


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