A bike marathon or a 100-mile tour is a physical challenge to say the least. As well as having light and versatile equipment to protect the body from overheating or chilling, it is equally important to sit comfortably. In the normal seated position, the entire weight of the body falls on the ischium. The sportier the seated position on the bike, the more weight is shifted to the perineal area and the groin. To protect the large number of nerves that run through these areas and to prevent injuries and discomfort, pressure needs to be evenly distributed via an anatomically-shaped seat.

The XENON SONIC seat insert is so thin it can scarcely be felt and yet if offers maximum saddle comfort due to state-of-the-art gel foam positioned at critical pressure points in varying degrees of density and thickness. For example, in the sciatic area the foam is extremely dense and perforated to allow maximum breathability and moisture transportation. This area also needs special cushioning which is provided by the new gel-foam inserts with their open cell structure and 35 million microcells per cubic metre. The new structure and materials in the XENON SONIC Insert not only ensure rapid moisture transportation and superb heat distribution but also reduce friction and provide total freedom of movement, while the special 3D ergonomic cut fits the male anatomy perfectly.

XENON SONIC LADY seat insert
Seat insert offering special comfort for female cyclists

The developers paid meticulous attention to the innovative XENON SONIC Lady seat insert, specifically designed for woman cyclists today. Broader sit bones and the sensitive perineum area require special treatment, different from seat designs for men. The solution was the use of an extremely dense perforated foam material for optimum sit bone comfort, also offering maximum breathability and ventilation. In contrast, only a thin cushion layer is provided in the area of the perineum, to protect this sensitive part of the body, with its numerous nerve channels, from any unnecessary pressure. The designers knew that an ideal pressure distribution is the only way to relieve stress and ensure a comfortable sitting posture. The overall cushion structure has been kept as thin as possible to prevent any diaper effect.
The special carbonium material developed by E.I.T. (Elastic Interface Technology) provides stretch in all directions, and therefore optimum freedom of movement in the saddle, balanced heat distribution and less friction.