{"product_id":"gelu-c3-carbon-saddle","title":"Gelu - C-3 Carbon Saddle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGelu C-3 Carbon Saddle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gelu C-3 gives you classic sprung-saddle comfort without the weight.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt approx. 85g, it takes the feel of an old leather saddle with steel springs and rebuilds it in handmade carbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-3 uses integrated carbon springs to help absorb vibration from rough roads, city streets and gravel paths. It is made for urban bikes, e-bikes and comfort-focused gravel builds where smoothness matters more than a pure race shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Portugal, the C-3 also includes Gelu’s generous central opening, designed to reduce pressure in the prostate region and improve comfort on longer rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the Gelu C-3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚡ Approx. 85g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧘 Carbon spring comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔧 Handmade in Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✈️ Delivered in approx. 3 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eClassic comfort, modern carbon weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-3 is inspired by traditional sprung saddles, but removes the bulk. Instead of heavy steel springs, Gelu uses integrated carbon spring sections to help reduce vibration and road buzz while keeping the saddle extremely light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMade for comfort-focused builds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-3 was developed for city bikes and urban e-bikes, but it also suits gravel and road riders who want a smoother saddle feel. It is the Gelu option for riders who want comfort, low weight and something visually different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure relief where it matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large central opening is designed to remove pressure from the prostate region. Rather than relying on padding, the C-3 uses shape, flex and relief to improve comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePersonalise your Gelu C-3\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gelu C-3 can be personalised with custom colours, names, logos and design details. Download the Gelu personalisation template, add your design and send it through with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGelu C-3 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 85g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250mm x 128mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval 6.5mm x 8.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRail material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% prepreg carbon \/ epoxy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum rider weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Urban bikes, urban e-bikes, road bikes and gravel bikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colours, names, logos and design details available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGelu C-3 FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Gelu C-3 only for city bikes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It was developed for city bikes and urban e-bikes, but it can also suit road and gravel riders who want a smoother, more comfort-focused saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the C-3 different from the lighter Gelu saddles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-3 uses integrated carbon springs. It is not the lightest Gelu saddle, but it gives you more vibration absorption and a smoother ride feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the C-3 a race saddle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot really. It is better understood as a comfort-focused carbon saddle with a classic spring-inspired design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the C-3 have padding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The comfort comes from the carbon structure, the spring design, the saddle shape and the central pressure relief opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the C-3 suitable for gravel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It works well for comfort-focused gravel builds where reducing vibration and road buzz is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the C-3 suitable for e-bikes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The C-3 was developed with urban e-bikes in mind and gives you classic comfort without the weight of a traditional sprung saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of seatpost clamp do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-3 uses oval carbon rails measuring 6.5mm x 8.5mm. Check that your seatpost clamp is compatible with oval carbon rails before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the rider weight limit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maximum rider weight for the Gelu C-3 is 90kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I customise the Gelu C-3?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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