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MSRP: $130.00
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Description
The Silverado?s long, flat shape enables riders to utilize more of the nose while climbing, while the square profile distributes more weight onto the sit bones. This saddle uses a Flex-Tuned shell, Comfort Zone and DNA padding. The Silverado is the official saddle of four-time world champion Brian Lopes. The Silverado SL55 saddle, shown here, features graphics created by Lopes and renowned artist Paul Meraz.

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Reviews

JacksPerson on December 11, 2012
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Pros: - Light weight
- Has aged very well
- Very low profile
- Narrow and long
- Firm and comfortable

Cons: - As stated in other reviews the lettering does rub off quickly.

Recommendation: I love this saddle! I have been riding on this saddle for 4 years almost year round in the most inclement weather on the most technical double/single track throughout New England most in southern NH. This saddle is still without a tear or week spot. The lettering has worn off, but it is still soft and solid. This seat was first deemed "the nut cruncher" until I dipped the nose down a bit and now it is the most comfortable.
This saddle offers many different riding positions with its length allowing you to scoot up for climbs and hang over the back of on DHs.

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dozzerboy on December 11, 2012
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Model/Year: 2010 pro

Pros: Thin and stiff while still being compliant around the taint. The leather ages well and has stayed soft.

Cons: Purely cosmetic, but the lettering on the leather wears off pretty quickly. Also, the length of the saddle can snag baggies at times making it a bit of a pain to get behind the seat on DHs.

Recommendation: For the price of the lower models, this is a nice saddle. Light and ages decently well. Just be sure you don't need a to move around a LOT on your bike or you might prefer the WTB Devo with the shorter nose instead.

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bikespiders on June 9, 2012
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Model/Year: 2012

Pros: WTB has kept good on their warranties. The warranty person is extremly nice, and look forward to riding my new Pure V with Cromoly Railes

Cons: keeps breaking, Since December 2011 I have broken 2. First one 4 months and the second 2 days.

Recommendation: Use it as a road bike saddle, it cannot handle trails

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Dagair002 on December 13, 2010
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Pros: Very light weight, narrow saddle. Flat for distributing pressure on the sit bones. Makes for a great "Sit-down-and-crank-uphill" seat. Very sturdy build. Good leather material.

Cons: none

Recommendation: A little hard when it's brand new, but it gets a little softer when you clock some time on it. Great saddle!

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dgaddis on May 31, 2010
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Pros: Comfy, light, narrow

Cons: Nose is a little too long.

Recommendation: This is a great saddle. I've had one for 3 years. I also own a RocketV, which I like, but the Silverado is better. My only complaint, the nose is a little too long, it'll sometimes catch on my shorts. Very rarely happens though, not enough to look for another saddle.

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GoldenGoose on May 31, 2010
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Pros: Light, slender, and stiff without being unforgiving. Would be comfortable if used as an all day road saddle as well.

Cons: No complaints. Have only been using it for about 3 months so I will post an update later if anything is found.

Recommendation: Great XC saddle. Almost exactly the same width and length as the WTB Rocket V without the extra padding and whale tail.

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