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Ergon SMC Men's

SKU: SEERSMC-44030041
Price
$209.90
Variant:
In stock! Usually ships same day to main cities around NZ. Please note Bikes can take up to 2-5 days for delivery.

  • For the best in man
  • Prevents numbness
  • Solves stubborn seating problems

Comfort and dynamic response as an unbeatable combination: The SMC Men delivers optimum flow on the trail. The special orthopedic foam is thicker and more plush than our successful SM Series while the men’s specific relief channel prevents soft-tissue numbness and pain. You’re comfortable in every position and ready to put the pedal to the metal. Leave saddle discomfort in the dust and enjoy the trails with the SMC Men!

Men’s Health

The Ergon development team carried out intensive research on the topic of men’s health. They found that the main cause of complaints when cycling is the saddle. Often times, men experience too much pressure on their perineal area leading to pain, discomfort, numbness and potentially more severe health problems. The SMC Men relieves this pressure with a very specific relief channel as well as better surface area distribution under the bony structures. Through MRT, CT analysis, many prototypes and test riders, we have ergonomically adjusted the saddle to the specific anatomy and needs of men.

More freedom of movement

Compared to women, the male pelvis tends to be less flexible. This means that men sit more upright on the saddle and put more of their weight distribution on their sit bones. Therefore the transition area between the rear of the saddle and the saddle nose can be kept narrow (Y-shape). This gives the legs more space to pedal.

Male and Female pelvic differences

In contrast to the female anatomy, the male sit bones are more narrow and where the two sides of the pelvis come together in the front is much higher. This results in more pressure being distributed on the male’s sit bones vs. a broader area of sit bones and pubic bones in women. We have taken this significant difference between male and female anatomy into consideration during saddle development.

Pressure relief

The correct distribution of pressure is important. In order to protect the sensitive perineal area, the pressure must be shifted to the sit bones and parts of the pubic arch – this is exactly how the relief surface of Ergon men’s saddles works. Due to the more upright sitting male pelvis we have kept the surface flat and even for best possible freedom of movement. For the support we use the highest quality foams.

ORTHOPAEDIC FOAM – Comfortable and robust

The padding of the SMC Men is made of thick orthopedic comfort foam, which we have designed for mountain biking to be particularly ergonomic, yet extremely durable. This foam ideally supports the pressure distribution.

DEEP RELIEF CHANNEL – Eliminating unwanted pressures

The progressive relief channel, which deepens towards the rear, leads to an opening through the saddle shell. This construction combines all of the advantages of a cut-out saddle without the potential disadvantages. This design gives the saddle shell more forgiveness as well as specifically relieves perineal pressures. Too much pressure in this area often leads to discomfort and numbness in the genital area.

FLAT REAR – Best mobility downhill

The saddle’s flat rear and minimal ramp provides excellent freedom of movement for dynamic positioning while mountain biking.

INTEGRATED QUICKCLICK MOUNT – Removable Topeak QuickClick saddle bag mount

A Topeak QuickClick mount is integrated in all models of the SMC Men Series. This removable QuickClick mount allows for Topeak saddlebags to be easily attached in a streamline fashion.

Technical Specifications

  • Name: SMC Men
  • Use: MTB-Touring, All-Mountain/Trail
  • Weight: 290 g* (S/M), 325 g* (M/L)
  • Size: S/M, M/L
  • Color: Black
  • Shell: Nylon Composite
  • Rail: CroMo
  • Cover: Microfiber
  • Padding: Orthopedic Comfort Foam
  • Gender: Men's specific

* Weights may vary in production.

Shipping Information

Our on-line store is open 24/7 and we ship Monday through Friday, excluding some holidays. Orders received for products without shipping restrictions on its product page will ship the same business day when received before 12:00 p.m.

About Us

Since 1938, Papanui Cycles has been serving the North West of Christchurch and after 80 years they are still offering great service.

Now established as one of Christchurch’s largest suburban cycle shops.

Offering top Global selling brands such as Merida, Marin, Apollo.

“Service is our number one goal,” says Kevin. “Everyone who works here is fully trained in sales along with mechanical and product knowledge, when it comes to cycles, we know our stuff.”

Everything from reliable commuting bikes to full suspension mountain bikes and carbon road bikes,

“With all Cycles we sell, not only do we give a manufacturer’s warranty, but exclusive too Papanui Cycles, we offer one Free General Service, valued at $93.00 after 2 months from date of purchase.”

Papanui Cycles has all your cycling needs and is looking forward to seeing you in store soon​​​.​​​

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