We all know that discomfort is part of cycling. But not the kind that comes from your saddle. Whether you ride to push yourself, beat a record, enjoy the outdoors, spend time with friends or simply clear your head, one thing can reliably ruin a great ride: a saddle that does not fit.
Who is this article for?
For those who want to spend all Sunday in the saddle.
For those who only have time for a quick ride after work.
For those who ride for climbs. For views. For adventure.
For those who ride simply to keep moving.
For riders with ambitions and a training plan. And for those whose main plan is to enjoy the ride and work up a thirst.
For anyone who does not want everyday worries to follow them onto the bike. Or to be distracted by a poorly fitting saddle that sooner or later demands all their attention.
For those who know that discomfort is part of cycling—but believe it should not come from their backside.
And for those who had no idea that it is possible to ride without thinking about their saddle at all.
For everyone who wants to forget the saddle and enjoy the ride.
When your saddle takes over
It starts quietly.
At first, you feel a little pressure. Only occasionally. Nothing serious.
But after a while, you no longer know how to sit. The views and the good mood in the group fade into the background. All your attention goes to the discomfort caused by a saddle that simply does not fit.
That is why we created Joyseat: a custom saddle designed so you do not have to think about it while riding.
Imagine setting out on the longest ride of your life. You wonder whether you can manage it, whether you have pushed yourself too far and whether your backside will start hurting halfway through.
Then you clip in and start riding.
The doubts slowly disappear, and you begin to enjoy every kilometre.
Your legs might start to hurt. You might underestimate your nutrition and have to work through two or three difficult moments. But eventually, you make it.
And you have the space to enjoy yourself, your effort and your new personal record.
Because when you ride a saddle you do not have to think about, you can finally enjoy cycling in all its beauty.
Forget the saddle. Enjoy the ride.