Landry's Guide to Bicycle Saddles
Ride Further, More Comfortably
Your saddle can make or break your ride. Choosing the right one isn’t just about comfort—it’s about ensuring you enjoy every mile. At Landry’s, we know that a proper-fitting saddle reduces pressure, prevents pain, and makes your rides longer and more enjoyable. With the right tools and expert guidance, we’ll help you find a saddle that supports your body and your riding goals.
Types of Bike Saddles
Performance Saddles
These saddles are typically narrower with minimal padding, built for efficiency and speed. Performance saddles support aggressive, forward-leaning positions and are often used by road cyclists, triathletes, and racers. The design reduces friction and allows for a full range of motion.
Endurance / All-Road Saddles
Designed for riders who spend long hours in the saddle, endurance models are slightly wider and offer more pressure relief without sacrificing pedaling efficiency. Many include ergonomic shaping or cutouts to reduce soft tissue pressure.
Comfort Saddles
Comfort saddles are wider with more cushioning and sometimes include features like elastomer suspension or springs to absorb bumps. They’re ideal for upright riding positions where more weight is supported by the saddle.
MTB / Trail Saddles
Mountain bike saddles are designed for stability and maneuverability. They often include reinforced edges for durability and a shape that supports frequent shifts in position. Padding varies depending on the type of mountain riding—XC to enduro.
It's About Your Riding Position – Not Just Your Bike Type
Many riders assume saddle selection depends on the kind of bike they ride—but it’s actually about your riding position. Your posture on the bike affects how your weight is distributed and where pressure is applied, which directly impacts saddle comfort.
Upright Position
Riders in an upright position sit more vertically, often placing more weight on the saddle. This position is common with hybrids, city bikes, and comfort bikes. These riders benefit from wider saddles with more cushioning to support the increased pressure on sit bones.
Neutral / Endurance Position
This slightly forward-leaning position is common among gravel, touring, and endurance road riders. Riders in this posture split weight between their saddle and handlebars. They do best with medium-width saddles that balance support and freedom of movement.
Performance Position
This position involves a deep forward lean with more weight on the hands and handlebars. Found in road racing, triathlon, and time trial setups, these riders benefit from narrower, firmer saddles that reduce friction and provide support while pedaling at high cadence.
Tip: Your bike may suggest the style of saddle you need—but even if two riders ride the same bike, their preferred posture and anatomy can lead to very different saddle needs.
A Great Ride Starts At Landry's
Why Saddle Fit Matters
Saddles aren’t “one size fits all.” Everyone has a different anatomy, posture, and riding style, so the saddle that works for your friend may not work for you. A well-matched saddle supports your sit bones, not your soft tissue, and takes pressure off areas that can cause pain or numbness on longer rides.
A proper saddle fit means:
Improved comfort
Better power transfer
Reduced risk of discomfort or injury
More confidence to ride longer and more often
We Measure for the Perfect Fit
At Landry’s, we use professional tools to measure your sit bone width—the key starting point for finding the right saddle. Once we know your anatomy, we combine that with our understanding of how and where you ride to match you with a saddle that suits both your body and your style.
- Sit Bone Width Measurement
- In-store saddle fit guidance from Landry’s experts
- Wide selection of top-quality saddles from trusted brands
Landry’s 30-Day Saddle Comfort Guarantee
When you purchase a Landry’s-recommended saddle in-store, we back it with our 30-Day Comfort Guarantee. Ride the saddle for up to 30 days, and if it’s not the right fit, bring it back. We’ll happily exchange it and recommend a new saddle based on your feedback to ensure you're happy on your bike.
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Looking for Even More Comfort? Get a Complete Bike Fit
A new saddle can make a huge difference—but if you want to truly maximize comfort, efficiency, and injury prevention, nothing beats a Landry's bike fit.
At Landry’s, our Certified Fit Specialists use advanced tools—including Retül 3D motion capture technology—to analyze your riding position, flexibility, and biomechanics. We’ll ensure your entire bike is dialed in to match your body, from your saddle position to your cleat placement to your handlebars.
Whether you’re chasing more power, logging long miles, or just want to feel great every time you ride, a comprehensive fit session can help you ride longer, stronger, and pain-free.
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