{"id":103542,"date":"2024-01-23T16:51:24","date_gmt":"2024-01-23T16:51:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/essax.es\/?p=103542"},"modified":"2024-01-24T11:52:19","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T11:52:19","slug":"como-elegir-sillin-ideal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/como-elegir-sillin-ideal","title":{"rendered":"How to choose the ideal saddle: Ultimate guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"103542\" class=\"elementor elementor-103542\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a2182d8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5a2182d8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4293e3d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4293e3d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 28-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Choosing the ideal bicycle saddle is essential to fully enjoy the cycling experience, whether on\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: bold; color: var(--accent);\">road<\/span>,\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: bold; color: var(--accent);\">mountain,<\/span>\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: bold; color: var(--accent);\">gravel<\/span>\u00a0or any of the modalities. Unlike choosing a bicycle size, the saddle is often considered a secondary component and many are unaware that it can be purchased in different widths.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>When you finish reading this post you will not have any doubts about your future purchases! And, to make it easier, yes\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/descubre-sillin-ideal\/\">Click on these words you will access a personalization<\/a>\u00a0with which, in just two minutes, you will know which saddle model\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: bold; color: var(--accent);\">Essax<\/span>\u00a0it suits you better. However, if you have any questions, you can\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:info@essax.es\">Contact us for more extensive advice<\/a>.<\/p><h4 style=\"margin-top: 2.29068em; margin-bottom: 0.540791em;\">Surprise: The universal saddle does not exist!<\/h4><p>When we practice cycling,\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: bold; color: var(--accent);\">approximately 60% of our weight falls on the saddle<\/span>. And given the high hours of use given to it, it is essential to carefully select the one that optimally adapts to our needs and physiognomy.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>Contrary to popular belief,\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: bold; color: var(--accent);\">There is no universally ideal saddle.<\/span>\u00a0One model may be a favorite for some riders, while uncomfortable for others. Therefore, choosing the right saddle will depend on factors such as your physiognomy, the type of cycling you practice (road, gravel, MTB, triathlon...) and your pedaling posture (racing, recreational, aero...).<\/p><div>\u00a0<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fed34fd elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"fed34fd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-md\" href=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/descubre-sillin-ideal\/\" target=\"_blank\" descubre=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Discover your ideal saddle<\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33a64a3c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"33a64a3c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: var(--accent); font-size: 1.41575em; font-weight: bold; text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--background);\">The importance of width<\/span><\/p><p>The<strong> saddle width<\/strong> It is a crucial aspect to consider. One that is too narrow can generate excessive pressure in the perineal area, affecting blood flow, while one that is too wide can cause uncomfortable friction and inefficiencies in pedaling. <strong>The key is to determine our ideal width, which is usually related to the distance between the sit bones<\/strong>.<\/p><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-100836\" title=\"How to measure the sit bones\" src=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/isquiones-sillines-essax-01.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/isquiones-sillines-essax-01.jpg 596w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/isquiones-sillines-essax-01-265x300.jpg 265w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/isquiones-sillines-essax-01-84x95.jpg 84w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/isquiones-sillines-essax-01-200x226.jpg 200w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/isquiones-sillines-essax-01-450x509.jpg 450w\" alt=\"Para conocer cu\u00e1l es el ancho de sill\u00edn ideal para ti, mide los isquiones\" width=\"398\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p><p>The ischium are <strong>bones located in the lower part of the hip<\/strong>\u00a0and they are essential to support the body when we are sitting. To achieve perfect support, especially in cyclists who travel long distances, it is crucial to know the distance between these two bones. How can we do it?<\/p><p>To measure them we can go to a biomechanical technician, but there is also a home method and we will explain how to do it.<\/p><h4>Measure your sit bones step by step:<\/h4><p>In order to obtain more precise results, we will use the following tools:<\/p><ul><li>A piece of corrugated cardboard (the one with the corrugated central layer).<\/li><li>\u00a0White chalk.<\/li><li>Pen or pencil.<\/li><li>A rule.<\/li><\/ul><p>Next, we must follow these instructions:<\/p><ol><li>It is advisable to wear shorts while we carry out the measurement, as it will help us to ensure that the marks of the sit bones remain marked on the cardboard.<\/li><li>We place the piece of cardboard on a chair or a completely flat and hard surface.<\/li><li>We sat on the piece of cardboard with our backs straight. Next<\/li><li>Next, lift your toes and hold this position for at least a couple of minutes. Similar to the image.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-100841 size-medium\" title=\"Proper way of sitting to measure the sit bones\" src=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-137x300.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 137px) 100vw, 137px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-137x300.jpg 137w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-84x183.jpg 84w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-200x437.jpg 200w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax.jpg 266w\" alt=\"Si\u00e9ntate sobre una superficie dura y plana para saber tus medidas y poder elegir el sill\u00edn ideal.\" width=\"137\" height=\"300\" \/><\/li><li>Color the cardboard with white chalk and you will be able to see two marks, the result of supporting the aforementioned bones.<\/li><li>On the resulting marks, draw a point in the center and measure the distance between them with the ruler.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-100843 size-medium\" title=\"This is how the distance between ischium is calculated\" src=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-2-300x271.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-2-300x271.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-2-84x76.jpg 84w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-2-200x181.jpg 200w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-2-450x407.jpg 450w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/prueba-isquiones-essax-2.jpg 490w\" alt=\"Mide as\u00ed tus isquiones para conocer tu sill\u00edn ideal.\" width=\"300\" height=\"271\" \/><\/li><li>Finally, write down the result and review the table below to find out what the ideal width of your saddle is.<\/li><\/ol><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-100844 size-full\" title=\"Size guide for saddle width\" src=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04.jpg 843w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04-769x544.jpg 769w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04-768x543.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04-84x59.jpg 84w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04-200x141.jpg 200w, https:\/\/essax.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guia-tallas-sillines-essax-04-450x318.jpg 450w\" alt=\"Comprueba en esta tabla para conocer el ancho de tu sill\u00edn ideal.\" width=\"843\" height=\"596\" \/><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elegir el sill\u00edn ideal para la bicicleta es fundamental para disfrutar plenamente de la experiencia ciclista, ya sea en\u00a0carretera,\u00a0monta\u00f1a,\u00a0gravel\u00a0o cualquiera de las modalidades. A diferencia de la elecci\u00f3n de la talla de la bicicleta, el sill\u00edn a menudo se considera un componente secundario y muchos desconocen que se puede adquirir con diferentes anchos. \u00a0 \u00a1Cuando [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":103562,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[220,222],"tags":[244,588,589,587],"class_list":["post-103542","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-carretera","category-mtb","tag-carretera","tag-gravel","tag-guia-para-elegir-sillin","tag-montana"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/103542"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=103542"}],"version-history":[{"count":22,"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/103542\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":103581,"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/103542\/revisions\/103581"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/103562"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=103542"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=103542"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/essax.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=103542"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}