Trek has produced its first lattice saddles, with the new Aeolus-badged units suitable for road, gravel or mountain biking. Its AirLoom technology is a 3D-printed matrix, which provides tailored support to riders’ pressure points wherever they sit on the saddle. This is different to foam, which compresses unevenly, spreading pressure and creating discomfort over time. It’s also preferable to no padding, which is about as comfortable as it sounds.
There are four new Aeolus saddles out, three with AirLoom technology, available in 135mm, 145mm and 155mm, with some saddles only offering a combination of those widths. The most exotic of the bunch is the Aeolus RSL AirLoom (pictured), which has carbon rails and a carbon shell, and weighs 164g. Coming in $200 cheaper, at $399, the Aeolus Pro AirLoom is…