{"product_id":"gelu-s-series-carbon-saddles","title":"Gelu - S-Series Carbon Saddles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGelu S-Series Carbon Saddle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gelu S-Series is the longer platform saddle in the Gelu range.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is built for riders who move around on the saddle, rather than staying locked into one fixed position. The longer shape gives you more usable platform under the body, so you can shift forward, settle back, climb, cruise or change position more naturally during the ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe S-Series gives you a very light full carbon saddle with a longer, flatter feel and a clean custom finish option. It is handmade in Portugal and available in two versions: the stronger S1 and the lighter S3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the Gelu S-Series?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚡ From approx. 50g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📏 Longer saddle platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧘 Easier position changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎨 Custom finish available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for riders who move around\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome riders like a short, fixed saddle position. Others naturally move forward and back depending on effort, terrain and hand position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gelu S-Series is made for the second rider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe longer platform gives you more room to adjust your position while riding. That makes it a strong choice for road bikes, performance recreational builds, urban bikes and riders who prefer a more traditional saddle length without giving up serious weight savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull carbon, low weight, clean finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike the rest of the Gelu saddle range, the S-Series uses a full carbon construction with carbon rails and a large central pressure relief opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a very light saddle that gives your bike a cleaner, sharper and more personal finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe S3 starts from approx. 50g in the unvarnished polished carbon version, while the S1 gives you the stronger S-Series option with a higher rider weight limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose your S-Series model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGelu S1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe S1 is the stronger S-Series saddle. It is best suited to road bikes, MTB, recreational performance bikes and riders who want the longer S-Series platform with the higher rider weight limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: approx. 60g\u003cbr\u003e\nSize: 270\/122mm\u003cbr\u003e\nNose width: 37mm\u003cbr\u003e\nRails: Oval 7x9mm carbon rails\u003cbr\u003e\nMax rider weight: 115kg\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable for: road bikes, mountain bikes, recreation and urban bikes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGelu S3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe S3 is the lighter S-Series saddle. It is best suited to road bikes, lighter riders and riders who want the longer platform feel with the lowest possible weight in the S-Series range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: approx. 50g, unvarnished polished carbon version\u003cbr\u003e\nSize: 255\/125mm\u003cbr\u003e\nNose width: 37mm\u003cbr\u003e\nRails: Oval 6.5x8.5mm carbon rails\u003cbr\u003e\nMax rider weight: 85kg\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable for: road bikes, recreation and urban bikes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePersonalise your Gelu saddle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWant to make your saddle match the bike?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGelu saddles can be personalised with colours, names, logos and design details. This is a big part of the appeal. You are not just buying a lightweight carbon saddle. You are getting a handmade saddle that can be finished to suit your own bike build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDownload the Gelu custom design PDF, add your preferred colours, name, logo or design notes, and send it through with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach saddle is handmade in Portugal, with delivery usually around 3 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGelu S-Series FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWho is the Gelu S-Series best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eThe S-Series is best for riders who prefer a longer saddle platform and like being able to move position during the ride. It suits road bikes, performance recreational bikes, urban bikes and, in the S1 version, MTB use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the S1 and S3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eThe S1 is the stronger option with a 115kg rider weight limit and a longer 270mm platform. The S3 is the lighter option at approx. 50g, with an 85kg rider weight limit and a 255mm platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eIs the S-Series the lightest Gelu saddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eNo. The K-Series is the lightest and most minimal Gelu saddle range. The S-Series is for riders who want a longer platform while still getting a very light full carbon saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eDoes the S-Series have pressure relief?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eYes. The S-Series has a large central opening designed to reduce pressure through the centre of the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eCan I customise the finish?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eYes. Gelu offers custom finish options including colours, names and logos. This is ideal if you want the saddle to match a specific bike build, team colour or personal design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eHow long does delivery usually take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eGelu saddles are handmade in Portugal. Delivery is usually around 3 weeks, depending on the model and custom finish requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"background:#f5f5f5; padding:14px 16px; margin:0 0 10px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWhich Gelu saddle should I choose if I want the lightest option?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eChoose the K-Series if weight is the absolute priority. 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