Journal
Part 6: Structural Integrity
Structural integrity was my first concern. I rode the prototype hard in the widest setting and tore it down after long rides. After 500+ miles, I saw no signs of...
Part 6: Structural Integrity
Structural integrity was my first concern. I rode the prototype hard in the widest setting and tore it down after long rides. After 500+ miles, I saw no signs of...
Part 5: Manufacturer and First Prototypes
After striking out with U.S. manufacturers, I found the factory behind the seat that matched my vision and worked with them to build our first prototypes.
Part 5: Manufacturer and First Prototypes
After striking out with U.S. manufacturers, I found the factory behind the seat that matched my vision and worked with them to build our first prototypes.
Part 4: 300+ Miles of Field Testing
Real rides, real pain relief after width changes, and teardown inspections along the way.
Part 4: 300+ Miles of Field Testing
Real rides, real pain relief after width changes, and teardown inspections along the way.
Part 3: What We Found on the Market
A promising adjustable seat existed—but required tools and disassembly to change widths.
Part 3: What We Found on the Market
A promising adjustable seat existed—but required tools and disassembly to change widths.
Part 2: Patent & Early Feedback
Reviewing adjustable bike seats in the market, a pending patent, and early reactions from riders and shops.
Part 2: Patent & Early Feedback
Reviewing adjustable bike seats in the market, a pending patent, and early reactions from riders and shops.
Part 1: The Spark
A simpler adjustable seat had to exist. Two halves, pivot front, slide rear. Pull, slide, click.
Part 1: The Spark
A simpler adjustable seat had to exist. Two halves, pivot front, slide rear. Pull, slide, click.