Is the AliExpress (Ryet) 3D printed saddle good alternatives?

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Join us as we take an in-depth look at the AliExpress (Ryet) saddle and compare it to the popular Fizik Antares Adaptive saddle. From physical measurements to construction, materials and real-world testing, we'll evaluate the Ryet saddle to see if it's worth your money. Whether you're a casual cyclist or a professional racer, the right saddle can make all the difference in terms of comfort, performance, and enjoyment on the bike. Find out if the Ryet saddle, with its 3D-printed polygon-shaped cover and carbon construction, can deliver the right level of comfort and support for your ride. Don't miss this comprehensive review!
Product Reference
AliExpress (Ryet) saddle - www.aliexpress.com/item/10050...
Fizik Antares Adaptive - www.fizik.com/eu_en/antares-v...
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0:00 3D printed saddle from AliExpress
0:57 Physical measurements - Width
1:57 Physical measurements - Height
3:18 Physical measurements - Weight
4:26 Physical measurements - Padding thickness
6:23 Construction - Rail
9:37 Construction - Shell
13:59 Construction - Cover materials
18:35 On the road with Fizik
21:00 On the road with Ryet
23:22 Would I buy the Ryet again?

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22 июл 2024

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@FL-ym6hm Год назад

Thank you for the time you took to do this in-depth review. Always good to hear from the people riding the products and not just the manufacturers. Good, helpful review.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for your support.

@davidgarza2267 Год назад

Great detailed review with lots of important measurements and details most youtubers would not include. Thanks for the informative review!

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@davidsonmarisia 11 месяцев назад

I have 2 of these 3D printed Ali Express... no complains at all... they do work... that simple...

@comedyman112 5 месяцев назад

what's your sit bone width?

@ketle369 3 месяца назад

I have one too. Can’t really tell the difference between it and my Trek saddle. But it’s at least almost 150 grams lighter.

@JamesLeekiwiglider 29 дней назад

Great review. Tend to agree. Best not to mess around when you find a saddle that fits.

@paulpfeiffer4949 Год назад

Great review! I appreciate you eye for details!

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@Hongshinwoo Год назад

i bought same saddle feom Aliexpress on Aug/2022.still good condition and fit it my ass. no issue!!

@journeyman6752 Год назад

Such an in depth review and comparison!! Well done on an excellent video! I have a Selle Italia with the gap. Never tried Fizik before. But don't think I'll buy the cheaper one now.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Thanks for watching.

@malcontent510 Год назад

Great analysis - thank you

@chrisgeorgiou1516 11 месяцев назад

I currently ride on the chinese "zeus' carbon and 3d printed saddle, which is very similar to the ryet saddle. So far after a couple months of riding it, I can certainly say its a great saddle the zeus comes in at 163g and is actually more comfortable than all the other saddles I have owned in the past.

@se7ensnakes 9 месяцев назад

you should put a link as to where you can find a description of the Zeus saddle

@destructoooo 8 месяцев назад

What did you own in the past?

@se7ensnakes 8 месяцев назад

@@destructoooo Recently I tried the Dash saddle. But I own 21 bicycles with assorted saddles. The list is long

@destructoooo 8 месяцев назад

@@se7ensnakes gotta try them all right 😀.

@marccarter1350 Месяц назад

I have the same Saddle, i love it!

@pinoyxbox Год назад

Luckily a friend of mine sold his fizik antares evo r3 for $170. Used once for Ironman then he sold it. Been using the evo r3 for about 5 months now and it’s comfy af! No saddle sores even on long ride 150-200km. And the width is perfect for me!

@cycleandexplore Год назад

That’s really good price for the saddle 👏

@FractalZero 9 месяцев назад

still wearing bib shorts?

@NeonGrayEdits 6 месяцев назад

Very detailed video, that had to have taken a lot of time. Nice job.

@cycleandexplore 6 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@borasumer Год назад

Great review. Thank you

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Thanks for watching

@phqnomenon 9 месяцев назад

I have a cheap saddle with the same shape (but not a 3d printed one) as the ryet and I have also found the nose much too wide and the saddle too wide in general. ordered some narrow selle italia saddles now they should arrive this week.

@kyivand Год назад

Thank you for review.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

You’re welcome

@ShawnIsBatman Год назад

I would love to see a test of a comparable saddle to the Specialized Romin Evo Mirror.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Thanks for the suggestion. I love to do a review on the Mirror saddle if there is someone can sponsor it 😆

@davidpinnington213 Год назад

Fizik of any kind don’t work for myself whereas a short nose flat wide Like the Spez does - I’m also playing with a couple of 3d packages that provide structural 3d lattices for printing so this video is timely - had some good success in searching for the unicorn saddle from AliX in the past. -may have to pick this up to try

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Let’s us know how you going with your experience.

@patrickherron1968 9 месяцев назад

Nice work!

@cycleandexplore 9 месяцев назад

Thank you

@danieltull3622 Год назад

Thanks for your review! Very thorough. Where did you get your prescription riding glasses? Im looking for some.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Thanks for watching. You can get a few different types of eye ware with optical inserts. A few brans have specific designs that support optical inserts. Than I order the lenes from optometrist.

@mbastos1000 10 месяцев назад

@@cycleandexplore I tried to order the lens and then they say NO.. they said that they don't fit lenses into flimisy plastic frames even if I take responsibility for the break of the frame latter on... So, I end up not having any use for that inner frame.

@marcustan5868 Год назад

Very nice. Thxsss

@LukaNyan 6 месяцев назад

awesome review

@cycleandexplore 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching.

@tbandras Год назад

If you don't mind me asking, what torque did you use to secure the rails to the clamps? I could not find anything recommended by the manufacturer.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

I use 5 Nm.

@esanchez47 29 дней назад

For those who have the Ryet, any comments about the full carbon build vs the plastic base? Thanks!

@winters3 Год назад

i've the steel fizik, 180$ an can say after +/-1000km it's a (the) perfect saddle, at least for me

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Is that a 3D printed or padded saddle?

@sergiorivera2007 Месяц назад

I used to buy expensive saddles, I gave it a try with the Ryet saddle, and I love it, comfortable and lightweight. It’s worth every penny! $45 dollars 😂

@cycleandexplore Месяц назад

Most important is the saddle shape fits you well.👍

@jedkoh Год назад

Wonder if you can share the brand and perhaps the link of your cycling glasses? Appreciate in advance

@cycleandexplore Год назад

I got it from Rockbros on their AU website. www.rockbros.com.au/collections/sunglasses-goggles/products/rock-bros-photochromic-sports-sunglasses-for-men-women-cycling-uv-protection However, you can also find them on other websites as well.

@jedkoh Год назад

Thank you for the kind reply! Saw that you had your specs on with the cycling shades hence really piqued my interest

@PROMISESKEPTHC 6 месяцев назад

What do you all think, can the ryet 3d take a 100 kg rider or does the weight compress the 3d structure too much? Looking for the ryet with the metal mounts

@cycleandexplore 6 месяцев назад

I don’t think the Ryet has a metal rail option (happy to be corrected). It doesn’t have any load ratings as I was about 80kg and it was totally fine. It would be a calculated risk you need to consider.

@brmg7998 Год назад

Hi, with what torque did you mount that saddle?

@cycleandexplore Год назад

5Nm

@mbastos1000 Год назад

Wonderful... You helped a lot... I was about to buy it and then watched your video and will not anymore because I don't like saddles that rub against my inner legs causing the skin to fall off during a long ride! That is a NO NO NO NO for me.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

There are different shapes of AliExpress 3D saddle available. Worth a consideration.

@babylons317 Месяц назад

Omg the fisik that cost me 300 . Make me go to the orthopedic. It was horrible. I haven’t buy the Chinese version but I bought the especialized mimic and it’s GREAT !!

@jtse5384 Год назад

Are you using sungod glasses with glass insert? How’s the comfort level?

@cycleandexplore Год назад

That is not a sungod though. Most of the brands do similar products and I tried a few different brands and that all fit ok. Best to buy glasses with adjustable nose pad.

@jtse5384 Год назад

@@cycleandexplore thanks, may i ask what brand are you using

@cycleandexplore Год назад

That is from Rockbros

@alastairstedman7840 9 месяцев назад

Unfortunately my experience with the Ryet / Zuess Aircode 3d printed saddle has not been so good thus far. I use it on my XC MTB hardtail. It lasted one (1) month before the the nose of the saddle separated from the rails where the rails and saddle nose are joined together. Ryet has sent me a replacement. However they made me pay for shipping. We will see how the second saddle copes with relatively abusive South African XCM racing.

@cycleandexplore 9 месяцев назад

I have another 3D printed saddle (not Ryet) with the same issue. I applied some multi purpose glue and it worked great for me so far. It is not the best quality but it’s a affordable option.

@adithioagustyan1712 6 месяцев назад

I have no wonder about carbon product coming from chiness, even they are the best to produce it. I also play badminton, and I use one of the biggest badminton brand in the world "Lining". The quality is very good

@ernestporee3697 2 месяца назад

Interesting…but if any of the holes break you can forget your shorts ? Also cleaning ?

@cycleandexplore 2 месяца назад

I have had 3D Saddles for over 1.5 years on my 3 road bikes. No issue with that at all😇. Not sure about MTB or Gravel though.

@TOPMOSTPOP 2 месяца назад

Very good tutorial u can get either 3D seat or carbon rail $18.49 TEMU. I dunno but i think a slick shiny surface seat probably going 2b superiour. I feel like it will better keeps things from sticking 2 1capilary numbing postition always move around on thbike thats thcardinal of all rules. Lower friction.... Think wisdom behind th Brooks B17.

@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188 Год назад

At first I bought a Sella San Marco Royal for my Brompton, with a new black titanium post, but I have lately found an inexpensive, soft carbon A.E. sadle with a large slit in the middle, for test, also as I want to reduce weight on my "Superlight" 😄, which is a joke, but now down to 9,35 kilo. Below the original version, and still falling.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

These AliExpreas saddle could be a very good application for a lightweight build. I don’t have a Brompton and I am interested to know how it feels on small wheels.

@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188 Год назад

@@cycleandexplore The small wheels, even with the "high pressure" which is intended for the Brompton, will always give a higher rolling resistance! But a Brompton is a special tool and can't really be compared with an ordinary bike with large wheels. Its main purpose is the ability to be brought anywhere, and it is easily able to be used for longer distances also, as many, also I have done! You end up liking the little bastard! Finn. Denmark

@lucar7758 Год назад

i have a saddle with the same shape (the cheap One) with normal padding, i guess It's a standard product for saddle manufatories in China (obviously copied from Pro stealth saddle). Anyway, i feel not too bad with that but i wonder what can be the difference with such a 3d surface, is the feeling so different from a normal saddle? Looking to the video you found a problem about the shape, but except that do you think this kind of padding is really a gamechanger or It's Just marketing?

@cycleandexplore Год назад

I would say the 3D-printed padding alone does not make a huge difference to me. I also pointed out this AliExpress version does not have transitions in the padding, which I think is a big missed opportunity. I think you need to also consider the shell structure as a combo. The Fizik in the video is my favourite due to the balance of padding and shell flex. I generally prefer firm padding and found the Selle Italia SLR just works for me in the traditional padding. You can definitely find good comfort in the traditional padded saddle. The main advantages of the 3D-printed saddle are the transitions and the lighter weight.

@lucar7758 Год назад

i asked cause i changed many saddles, changed position on the bike, but still have sore pain on ischiatic Bones After 100kms ride. Until 60kms It's fine, then i start feeling the pain. So i dont know what to do... Except riding for 60kms max 😅

@Bertie.. 9 месяцев назад

@@lucar7758This will sound counter intuitive but try a hard carbon fiber saddle with no padding, sit bone width is crucial. Since I switched to a Chinese 135mm wide carbon saddle no pain whatsoever. Good quality padded shorts are the key. I do 5+ hr rides.

@sepg5084 Год назад

Looks like the saddles will trap dirt in its holes pretty well. What's the point of having all those holes exposed?

@cycleandexplore Год назад

It is okay on road bikes, but I could imagine the problem with gravel/mountain bikes. Maybe specialized 3D-printed saddles are less exposed for that very same reason?

@sepg5084 Год назад

@@cycleandexplore it might be ok on road bikes that ride on pristine roads, but some road bikes encounter rain and a bit of mud from time to time. I just don't see the point of having the holes exposed instead of being covered with maybe some synthetic leather/PU just like on other saddles. Anyways, nice review.

@bosross6992 День назад

Do you have the torque specs on the ryet 3d saddle?

@cycleandexplore День назад

There are no factory spec on this. I use 5 N m on mind without any issues.

@quirinstark2387 Год назад

thanks!

@cycleandexplore Год назад

You are very welcome

@Jarek. 5 месяцев назад

10:25 - looking at the rails mount points in Ryet I have an impression like they will break on the 2nd or 3rd ride at most. In reality, they may be absolutely fine, just saying what I see.... Fizik seems much more sturdy

@cycleandexplore 5 месяцев назад

I can feel and touch the rail and shell of the saddle. I dont have any concern about the structure of the saddle. I will be calling it out if there are any issues (like the other videos)

@shadowsun33 4 месяца назад

I have a 3D print Ryet (different that in the video) and no problems with the carbon rails. I'm about 80kg. But the 3D did wear my bibs quite much in just a few rides.

Год назад

Atleast it's better then Fi:zik's 3d-printed saddle !!!

@shadowsun33 4 месяца назад

I have a carbon 3D print Ryet saddle and I just noticed how much it wore out my Castelli bibs. Anybody else?

@cycleandexplore 3 месяца назад

I dont have that problem but I have similar problem with another AliExpress Saddle.

@shadowsun33 3 месяца назад

@@cycleandexplore So not all 3D saddles wear out bibs? Also, the bibs that got damaged are not the shiny compact lycra ones. It's those that have lycra but are the softer material such as my thermal Castelli long bibs and short Louis Garneau bibs. Those bibs are a bit more grippy I'd say.

@almuntassermohammad6616 10 месяцев назад

one big flaw with this is trying to clean the dirt getting stuck inside. i wish they make a version 2 of this but with full covering. sure its not as appealing is this and you wont be able to brag about it in public because people wont see the honey comb design. but at least with a cover around it, it would last significantly longer.

@cycleandexplore 10 месяцев назад

I know Specialized has a 3D saddle with cover. Maybe worth to try it out? I personally only do road ride so it is not a problem for me.

@hankschrader2353 6 месяцев назад

The problem with the ryet shell is just way too stiff I think

@cycleandexplore 6 месяцев назад

That could be right. I think the Ryet’s shell is stiffer than others

@beybladeking2772 8 месяцев назад

what traditional saddle do you recommend?

@cycleandexplore 8 месяцев назад

I have a Selle Italia SLR Superflow which I have been using (still using) for 4-5 years. Best if you could go to a local shop and try a few different options before buying it.

@DennisTeohKokEe Год назад

I play the video on 1.5x You need more set back for a short nose saddle.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

Thanks for the idea.

@DiegoP.Escouto Год назад

🇧🇷🇧🇷🤙🏻

@feins Год назад

I thing it’s not apple to apple comparison. Should compare with the 3D printed specialized power saddle.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

That’s fair comment and Specialized Power would be a closer comparison. I love to do a comparison video if I can get a hold on it without dipping into my pocket.😅

@fredericosanchez9000 Месяц назад

The way you're measuring the width of the saddles is kinda pointless as they arc downwards on the sides. The actual seating area is significantly smaller then the entire width of the saddle. If your seat bones rest on the parts which are considerably lower than the middle of the saddle, there will be way too much pressure on your perineum, which will be extremely painful on medium to long rides! That's why you should only measure the relatively flat part of the saddle. And yes, this is true for saddles with coutouts as well.

@cycleandexplore Месяц назад

That's fair enough; each of our seatbones is shaped differently, and each saddle curve is also different. The video did not suggest everyone would fit the Ryet saddle but more or less gave the dimension as a reference point. What saddle will fit is very personal, and each cyclist should find their perfect saddle. Thanks for sharing.👍

@rudigereichler4112 7 месяцев назад

Both are made in China with the same technology and the only difference is by purpose .

@cycleandexplore 7 месяцев назад

They have very different pricing and finishing quality.

@thebrunoserge 3 месяца назад

Everything should be cheap it's 2024 if it's expensive they're gouging

@se7ensnakes Год назад

To tell you the truth I have had many Fizik saddles and never liked any of them. They are extremely uncomfortable.

@charlesmansplaining Год назад

The technology of 3D printed components is still too new for me to buy into it. The pricing is unfair because you now are eliminating some of the manual labor and getting a machine to fabricate the parts. The companies are saving money in the production but not passing that on to the consumer. I have principles. And what is the long term use going to be? Nobody can say that because they haven't been out very long. I just bought a new Berthoud Galibier saddle which has sound technology and every piece of it is replaceable which plays out as a saddle which can actually last me a life time. Once the saddle gets formed to my bottom it is said to be one of the most comfortable saddles I will ever experience. Sure there is that weight thing but the Galibier is pretty light weight, nothing like Brooks saddles. And the price? Well after everything I just said about it don't you think it's worth a high asking price. It's still far cheaper than that Fizik or a Specialized 3D printed saddle. And constructed really well. Your reviews are very good by the way, but it helps convince me I made the right choice.

@cycleandexplore Год назад

I am glad you like my review. The 3D printed saddle is not for everyone and it is over priced at the moment. Over time the price should come down and be a more affordable option. Most important is the shape of the saddle fit you.

@slowcyclist4324 Год назад

I’m glad you like your saddle. Although in this situation, I’m pretty that your needlessly imposed values is holding you back from some of the best products in the market. Remember, things are worth what it costs to make them; it’s worth what they are in comparison to the competitors. And currently, nothing comes close to 3D printing saddles.

@charlesmansplaining Год назад

@@slowcyclist4324 Oh! Like the Absolute Black over-sized pulley wheels. Give me a break. I've only been cycling for more than 40 years.

@slowcyclist4324 Год назад

@@charlesmansplaining lol. If age was a metric for competency, you’d think to go to an old age home for advice. I do feel sorry for you though, spending 40 years doing something just to still know nothing about it. That’s gotta be a record for time spent with no returns.

@charlesmansplaining Год назад

@@slowcyclist4324 That's was funny. I feel sorry for you because you target me and my comments instead of an industry who is selling garbage and poor engineering. At least my experience over those years has taught me quite a bit and you are the one who knows nothing about it. Keep throwing your hard earned dollars into cheap products sold by marketing BS if that's the way you roll, I don't care really.

@Ryem3 5 месяцев назад

The Ryet is garbage. Shows you that you can’t pretend you can make a well designed saddle simply by having some printed layers. I have one and the shape is ok, but it’s hard as a rock. No advanced flex whatsoever. And the nose is too wide which can cause chafing. Not even worth the $50. I haven’t spent the $300 yet though.

@cycleandexplore 5 месяцев назад

The saddle is definitely on the header side of the scale, but it is ridable. I have ridden harder saddles, and the shape is most important to impact fit and comfort. As for me the shape of Ryet does not work and it is now setting on a shelf.💩

@Ryem3 5 месяцев назад

Shape didn’t work for me either. Too wide in the nose

@shadowsun33 4 месяца назад

My 3D Ryet a different model than shown here has wore my bibs in just a few 2hr rides. Yes, it's very stiff.