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IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

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If there was a detectable trend for saddles at the tradeshows this year, it seems to be all about foam. Specifically, Ifinergy expanded TPU foam from BASF. Probably best known for its use in Adidas Boost shoes, the foam has been popping up in bike saddles from both Ergon and now SQlab.

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610 IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610 IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

Over the course of Eurobike and Interbike, we saw two different prototypes, both with a foam core made from the expanded Infinergy foam. The prototype on display at Eurobike showed their concept of customizeable covers, though both saddles were still well in the prototype phase. We didn’t get any more details as far as when it might be available, but they’re working on it.

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610 IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610 IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

SQlab also used Interbike to show us some prototype lock on grips in various levels of ergo. Still 3D printed hard plastic, the shapes were fairly close to finished and they will vary from just a tiny bit of an ergonomic shape for aggressive riding to the full paddle, but each felt pretty comfortable in the hand.

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610 IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

Adding another model to their prodigious saddle line, the new 610 Active Ergolux is meant for a more moderate seating position on MTB, touring, and general riding.

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

Looking at the saddle from the side, it has a fairly wavy profile which is supposed to better match the ischial rami. Demonstrated with a pelvic model, the upper photo shows in an exaggerated way how the saddle is meant for a more open pelvic position for upright posture. Available in 13, 14, 15, and 16cm widths, the 610 Active Ergolux will sell for $129.

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

And since summer is only a state of mind, SQlab has an Endless Summer ltd. Edition 611 Ergowave active S-Tube saddle for €149.95.

IB17: SQlab embraces Endless Summer ltd. Edition, shows prototype grips and saddle, plus new Ergolux 610

There’s even a German-made Endless Summer slackline kit to keep the summer going all year long. Measuring 20m long and 50mm wide, the kit includes a professional ratchet lever, tree loops, and heavy duty shackles for €89.95.

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i
6 years ago

interested in hearing more about those grips. The ones labeled 702 and 710 look like the end is thinner than a bar. How does that work? Or is that not really what’s going on? Either way… It would be nice to have an alternative to GE1s – the shape is great, the rubber they’re made from, less so.

rider
rider
6 years ago
Reply to  i

ergon got new rubber, awesome update! ge1evo is next level

Dominic
Dominic
6 years ago
Reply to  rider

my GE1s are great, when not sweaty, or when it’s not raining. So pretty slippy in warm weather and wet weather,

Other Aaron
Other Aaron
6 years ago

Ill keep my Brooks, thanks

ascarlarkinyar
6 years ago

Slabs make interesting saddle rail designs. Their active saddle would be great if they didn’t have that wing part right in front of the sit bone. It rubs on the sides of my underneath.

BMX
BMX
6 years ago

That is the most disgusting bike related thing I ever scene, looks like a chunk of styro foam you would see floating around a harbour with other floatsome and crap.

QuickGeezer
QuickGeezer
6 years ago
Reply to  BMX

Uh … the word you missed was “prototype”.

Robin
Robin
6 years ago
Reply to  QuickGeezer

Plus, I’m willing to bet that if these foam saddles go into production, the foam will be covered so that the saddles won’t be the most disgusting things ever seen and won’t look like chunks of styrofoam floating around a harbor with other flotsam and crap.

nosely
nosely
6 years ago
Reply to  BMX

Triggers my trypophobia.

smw
smw
6 years ago

if they are anything like my Adidas Ultraboost sneaker …I’m sold.. they are the bomb on your feet.. wouldn’t mind trialling the same material on a saddle

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