With such variations in positioning and saddle preferences, PRO now offers ten models in the Stealth range, all recognizable by their short, wide saddle nose, trapezoidal rear shape, and design engineered for mashing the pedals in an aerodynamic position.
The two new Stealth Curved saddles (Team and Performance) bring a new option to the Stealth family with a more curved profile, wider flanks, and a more rounded seating area to keep the cyclist in a fixed position and prevent slipping.
In addition, the original Stealth Team and Performance saddles have undergone a complete redesign and feature a new aesthetic to match the latest PRO Falcon, Turnix, and Griffon saddles. The popular Stealth shape has been preserved, but it now features a new base construction to improve performance quality.
Stealth Curved
Looking more closely at the new Stealth Curved, it is available in two versions, a Team version and a Performance version.
The PRO Stealth Curved Team model features a carbon-reinforced polymer shell and carbon rails for 161 g. It’s the ideal choice for cyclists looking for a lightweight saddle.
The PRO Stealth Curved Performance model shares the same carbon-reinforced polymer shell as the Team version, but the rails are made of steel. It’s only 43 g heavier, offering a more robust product.
Both Curved versions have a slightly narrower nose than the original Stealth models. In addition, the new Stealth Curved offers a wide central cutout with a triple-bridge carbon-reinforced structure to relieve pressure in the perineal area.
Mark Kikkert, PRO Product Development Manager:
“During our pressure mapping studies with bikefitting.com, we found that many professionals and experienced cyclists tend to shift from left to right when pedaling. While this movement is quite natural for some, it can also be less efficient for others. Our Griffon saddle is designed to compensate for this, but we also wanted stability on a saddle in an aerodynamic position. That’s why the Stealth Curved was created. The curved profile offers cyclists a more pronounced cradle, so to speak, to prevent excessive lateral movement. The short nose of the Stealth saddle provides cyclists with more comfort and less pressure in an aerodynamic position.”
New generation of Stealth saddles
The second generation of Stealth Team and Performance saddles has been redesigned with a new base construction. The saddle retains the same contact points and ride feel as the first-generation Stealth, but now features a 12% wider anatomical area to further reduce pressure. This anatomical area is reinforced with a triple bridge that provides rigidity and a distinctive look. The entire assembly is mounted on carbon rails for 161 g, a weight reduction of 7.5% (11 g) compared to the previous generation.
The PRO Stealth Curved Team (PRSA0356 and PRSA0357) and Stealth Curved Performance (PRSA0354 and PRSA0355) models are available in 142 mm and 152 mm widths. Both models feature a wide, short nose, as well as a wide, curved anatomical area with a triple-bridge design to ensure that flexible cyclists can rotate their pelvis into a low, pursuit-style position.
The second generation of Stealth Team saddles (PRSA0352, 142 mm and PRSA0353, 152 mm) features a carbon-reinforced polymer shell with carbon rails. Stealth Performance saddles (PRSA0350, 142 mm and PRSA0351, 152 mm) are equipped with steel rails. Both models also feature the wide cutout anatomical triple-bridge concept.
Stealth saddles will be available from September through the retail network.
Retail prices:
– Stealth Performance and Stealth Curved Performance (stainless steel rails): €139.99
– Stealth Team and Stealth Curved Team (carbon rails): €199.99
Visit the PRO saddle selector to find out if one of these Stealth models could suit your needs to replace your saddle and potentially improve your performance: www.pro-bikegear.com
