REPENTE. WITH MAGNET IT RANKS AMONG THE TOP IN THE WORLD OF TRIATHLON

I think Selle Repente has shown many good things in the last two years, creating a complete line of cycling products from scratch. Believe me, what they have done is within the reach of few, and the work done so far is excellent. The new Magnet saddle dedicated to triathlon sets ambitious goals and competes on equal terms with the best proposals dedicated to this specialty.

Magnet is ultra-light, in fact, at 130 grams, it reaches values not easily found in time trial and triathlon saddles. The project is designed to be feather-light and ergonomic, so don't be afraid, you won't have to sacrifice comfort. In the process, the shell and its frame are made with high-modulus unidirectional carbon fibers and processed in an autoclave, a slow procedure that makes the fiber compact and more uniform. With this, Selle Repente confirms its skill in carbon processing and manages to achieve the right amount of stiffness with a truly interesting weight containment.

The saddle's shape, quite short and wide (dimensions: 240 mm x 140 mm), is characterized by a central channel that ensures comfort for both men and women. Blood circulation also benefits from this particular shape, an important goal given that high-level triathletes must remain in the aero position for many hours. As with other products from the same company, the rail features differentiated sections, a design peculiarity that gives this important part the right amount of stiffness and lightness.

As for the pure seating, the EVA padding does its job wonderfully with positive results even over long distances. Also convincing is the PU covering combined with a special gripping coating placed on the nose of the saddle, positioned there to help the athlete maintain a stable position during pedaling. To be clear, it's not just this grip that keeps you still, but it is certainly valuable. "Cycling is an art" is Selle Repente's claim, and it's a 100% true statement. Magnet is crafted with skillful mastery and is meticulously finished down to the smallest details, even where the eye struggles to see. All this satisfies those who seek perfection and is truly a great confirmation of renowned Italian craftsmanship.

On the road, Magnet is convincing and truly beautiful. I'm sorry, but I'm one of those who pays great attention to beauty, and here one must be objective and congratulate Selle Repente. I managed to complete the first part of the test with a time trial bike, while for the second part, I just needed to add extensions and high-profile Vision wheels to an aero bike to transform it into a very fast and efficient bike. The grip offered is remarkable, and the same goes for comfort, a characteristic in which Magnet excels. If you're looking for something new for next season and want a nice upgrade for your time trial beast, Magnet will not disappoint you.

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