Specialized Power Arc Vs Power saddle REVIEW! 

Thanks for the presentation, mate. The background music is too loud, though.

I totally agree with your review. Felt always the same with my original power saddle, the wings lack in flex and/or curvature. This usually led me to a more forwarded position where i started feeling the ridges. All in all a good saddle but with a few not so minor criticisms. Anyway looks like a lot of brand are starting producing short saddle (san marco, prologo..) and there's always SMP saddle whit a different design but same intention and result (if not better)

Thanks for the review, my power S works just broke along the narrow bit next to the cut out. It happens quite often according to google results. The Arc has thicker carbon through that area.

Fantastic video and great content👍You gotta keep em coming!

I have the first gen, the best saddle I have ever. Ridden for 10 years, had 4-5 saddles before Power

I've been using Power saddle on both bikes (road and mtb) since 2016, but bow I use ARC on the mtb. In my opinion, first generation Power saddle is better on road bikes because of the lean points, the cyclist position is more static. Power ARC is better on mtb because the riding position needs more movement, and your 'isquions' (spanish word = bones that lean on the saddle) can rest on the saddle but not as static as on the normal power saddle. I use both with the front end 1 or 2 mm down. I use a Small bubble level

If this saddle works for me, then you would have saved me 3 years of saddle troubles ever since I started riding. I'll let you know, thanks for another great review.

Hey James. How do you level this saddle? From tip to tip or from front to the middle?

With the power saddle, the name is fitting when setup on your bike correctly. I tried this on a cross country mountain bike in hopes to find the perfect saddle for long climbs. The sit-bone area lends itself to good leverage over the peddles with its platform and trough shape. And the sitting area with a wider wings is helpful in climbing in an upright to semi upright position. The power saddle was not right for me when moved to a more aggressive position. the cutout and the ridges was in the way and causing me some discomfort. I also also tried adjusting the angle a bit. When Descending the saddle shape did not lend itself to scooting to the back end and the saddle and the shape seemed to be in the way (the wing shape). For Extreme grades dirt climbing like 13+ , the nose of the saddle becomes more important, all the rider weight must go to the front of the bike. Granted, this stretch of trail is usually not more than 100 feet but the need for sitting area is still ideal. The power saddle with the shorter nose obviously is at a disadvantage as its designed to be a short and not much room to sit when this position is required. For me I feel a more traditional shape is required for my XC mountain bike. I did like the added comfort in climbing, but the other things mentioned left me yearning for something else. What I am looking for is a saddle that allows multiple positions, but also not going to be uncomfortable when climbing for a few hours. I currently demoing a Fabric Scoop shallow 142. So far it seems pretty good however I still need to take it for a good test climb. I ride with padded bib shorts of decent quality so my issues I think lie with the right shape and a precision fit. I may try out a SQlabs 611 or an Ergon SM later. The power arc might be a good option as well which may work better for varied positions.

I'm using Power saddle right now and there are 2 crucial things I've noticed about it. One thing is to find a correct way to adjust the angle of the Power saddle. The starting position is with front of the saddle (narrow part) be adjusted pretty much flat. This is what was suggested to me by people that use and sell these saddles. Then you tilt the front of the saddle up a little every time you ride to find your optimal position. What do I mean by optimal position? The starting position is shifting your body's center of gravity to the front and puts more pressure to your hands which can be an issue to some degree. So when adjusting saddle nose up you'll need to find that sweet spot where this will no longer be present. Bare in mind that every bike and human body is different so the sensation of leaning forward might be different with every person. Second thing is the butt breaking time. Especially when before Power you were using more typical, longer saddle. Power gives you relief on the soft tissue, especially where your prostate is but at the same time it shifts all pressure towards your sitting bones. This will be new to your body and will need some adjusting time for your muscles around sit bones. At first I was not impressed by this saddle but after 4 days of riding on it all day long and few days of rest after, my opinion changed completly. So I believe this saddle is poor with first impression but you still have to take the consideration that Power don't have that comfort level of padding for very long rides. It's rather sporty saddle.

The Power arc expert solved all the enigmatic butt problems and discomfort seating on a bike saddle. This saddle is awesome in the right saddle size. 100% satisfaction.

The power dug into me a little on the rear wings and the power arc is more curved and fits me perfectly. I have 3 of them now. The best saddles are the ones that you don’t realise are there…that’s the power arc.

Another good video James. FYI RU-vid decided to hide this video in my feeds for some reason even though it sent through notifications. Had to access directly from your page. Just in case your views were down that may be a reason why.

Hi just wanted to ask do you recommend the ROMIN EVO PRO SADDLE or the S-WORKS POWER CARBON SADDLE or the S-WORKS ROMIN EVO CARBON SADDLE ?

awesome video, just bought the power arc expert :) love the music too

Thanks for the music dirge in the background. It forced me to concentrate harder 😴

I just bought a power arc pro elastan it should be in the post today can't wait to try it . I bought because of this review.

If the power saddle doesn't work for you, then try to set the nose of the saddle down and try it out again. Setting the power saddle up correctly is key. It's the best thing to happen in cycling in like, EVER!

I love the power saddle I have it on my mountain bike and on my road bikes and specialized have money back guarantee on all their products which if you don't like it you can return it can get better than that

Do they compare well with Selle Italia Boost?

Hi. As it is more curved, would you recommend to take a wider saddle ? I tried a 143mm Power Comp (recommended by Specialized measurements). The first hour was great, then I always began to feel pain on the sitbones.

I switched to the Arc when my Toupee wore out. I second the comments about being a bit nose down. Once I made that change the Arc has been fantastic.

Another good one.

Great review. No need for the music, your personality is enough fun already , good onya :)

nice, but horrible, horrible background music. why?

I need an advice.... it’s the first time that I’m planing to use a saddle with a short nose....what saddle will be better for me.... the power or the power arc

How wide of a tire can it accept?

If I already have pro stealth should I go for Power saddle arc?

Where have you been? Welcome back! Just the video for me too, I'm in the market. Love to hear your thoughts on the PRO Stealth compared to this.

How does it compare with the Romin saddle

Non stop chafing, I have tried every saddle out there. Today I order my arch, will see how it goes... fingers cross

Couldn't watch the whole video. You've gone crazy with the background music.

in less then 2 years power arc expert developed horribly loud screeching sound. It is loud enough for people to turn heads and can be used instead of bike bell. It is super nice saddle don't get me wrong. I can spend 2-3 hours on a bike in regular casual pants and feel fine but now I need to replace it coz sound is beyond annoying. That means another 160 or upgrade to $275 to be on a safe side if it is Cro-Mo rails issue.

Looking at the new arc, I'm concerned that the channel has been shrunk down the center a lot. that is the one thing I LOVED about the old model especially, as all the other ones I've tried with similar/slightly narrower cutouts still caused me numbness.

Did anyone else actually really like the music?

Good info but hard to hear with background music. Way too loud and detracts from what you are conveying

How does the Power Arc compare to the Romin Evo? Love my evo (random Bike Society purchase), but i'm always chasing more comfort.

I think it's worth mentioning that a rider using the original Power Saddle, and wants to switch to the Power Arc, should strongly consider going up a size. The hip bone contact area tapers down with the Arc, thus providing slightly less stability on the width. This can cause serious issues for those whom may suffer from sciatica, but are choosing the Power Arc, for more comfort behind the hamstrings and soft tissue region.

Music not loud enough

Nice and helpful review, but you gotta be kidding me with that background music. I couldn't finish watching it due to all that stressful noise.

Power Arc is NOT a new generation Power Saddle... it is a completely different model.

Music over top of talking nope.

Ehhhh what is wrong with your mimic :/

Turn off the music. Can’t even hear you

Knock that stupid music off

MAAF mean sorry

Nerd