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Also, a good way to manage bumps in the road is to stand up briefly on your pedals like these in which case you will need to know how to choose mountain bike pedals for grip maximization which we explain in our guide. Method 4. Choosing the Right Size Saddle Seat

XC riding has two key focuses: distance and speed. Having the right saddle cushioning can help you manage both factors of cross-country riding as discussed in this article from the Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences explains. Another thing you are likely to encounter when deciding on the right mountain bike saddle cushion is how light the modern cross-country mountain bikes are. If you would like to know more about the materials that mountain bikes are made from have a look at our article that looks at carbon mountain bikes vs. aluminum and which will be best for you. A mountain bike saddle cushion is the soft part on top of the seat to provide more comfort while cycling, whether the ride is cross country (XC) or just a downhill biking ride. Choose padded mountain bike saddle cushions for downhill mountain biking, foam-based saddle cushions for cross-country biking, and gel-based saddle cushions for riding on city streets. 1. Padded Mountain Bike Saddle Cushions for Downhill Mountain BikingOkay, so technically this isn’t a bike seat cover as advertised, but stay with us. These bike shorts by Muddyfox are totally affordable and comfortable. They may not be the most stylish piece of sportswear we own – we’d still choose a pair of leggings or yoga pants any day – but you can’t argue with the quality.

It’s a love that my entire family shares. Each year, my husband and boys embark on a kind of ritualistic pilgrimage, scaling the soaring heights of the UK’s most iconic peaks. With all the major British summits already conquered, the whispers of foreign peaks begin to echo enticingly in our ears. When it’s hot out, gel-based saddle cushions or covers for your mountain bike saddles are preferred since they are softer and provide more comfort. Plus, some of them like these also offer cooling properties, which are perfect to cool down your sit muscles on a sunny day. 2. Water-Resistant Saddle Cushions for Rainy Conditions

Examples of Different Mountain Bike Saddle Cushions 

Look for any synthetic material that says it’s water resistant for your saddle cushion if you ride in rainy weather. You’ll also need to study the material of the rails featured in the saddle seat for your mountain bike to provide the best, most durable, and water-resistant experience. Look for steel, alloy, titanium, or carbon like this one has. We so nearly put this seat as our best buy – it was only its size that pushed it from pole position. The Daway bike seat is approximately 27cm wide – by far the widest seat we tested – which meant there was no chance it was fitting on our narrow mountain bike seat, so it lost points for versatility. However, for our home exercise bike and spin sessions, it was ideal. While saddle cushions can be helpful, they aren’t always the best solution to make a ride more comfortable.