Frequently Asked Questions

Is your seat available for purchase yet?

Not yet — It will be soon on Kickstarter, If you'd like early access, you can Reserve a Seat or Join the Journey to stay in the loop.

How can I test or see the seat in person?

We’re planning a post-Kickstarter launch in Mesa, AZ, where you can see the seat, try it, and purchase. Join Our Journey to stay in the loop.

What kind of bike is the seat made for?

Our seat is designed to fit any seat post that uses a two rail mounting system — including cruiser, hybrid, city, and e-bikes. It also works great on many stationary and exercise bikes.

What makes your seat the best choice for real comfort?

Most bike seats are one-size-fits-all — and that’s where the discomfort starts. Our seat adjusts width in seconds to relieve pressure on demand and keep you comfortable on longer rides.

It’s built with slip-resistant synthetic leather, firm yet forgiving memory foam, and stainless-steel spring plungers that lock securely with each click. The result? Real, lasting comfort that adapts to you, not the other way around.

Learn more about what sets it apart in Why Our Seat is the Best Bike Seat for Comfort

What makes this seat worthy of the Best Bike Seat name?

Honestly? It’s the seat our founder spent years searching for — and finally had to build himself. The right mix of cushion, adjustability, and real comfort for longer rides. It’s like having three seats in one, without looking like something from a medical catalog.

BestBikeSeat.com isn’t about claiming we are the best — it’s about chasing what the best bike seat should feel like. A seat that travels with you, not against you. One that extends your ride, not cuts it short.

I'm a retailer - how can I sell this seat in my store?

We’d love to chat. We’re opening up retail and dealer conversations now. Reach out through our contact form and someone from our team will follow up.

Who is BestBikeSeat.com?

We’re a small crew of riders, designers, and tinkerers from the U.S.—led by our founder Jack in Minnesota and his nephew Ben—who were fed up with seats that leave riders sore and numb. We set out to build the seat we always wished existed, and invited the community to help shape it with us.

Do you have any comfort or safety tips for e-bike riders?

Definitely. E-bikes can make longer rides easier and more fun, but they also come with a few habits worth learning — from using gears correctly to extending your battery life and riding more comfortably.

Small changes like adjusting seat height or width mid-ride, keeping tires properly inflated, and managing pedal assist smartly can make a huge difference in how your body (and your battery) feel by the end of a ride.

Check out our full guide, E-Bike Riding Tips: Ride Safer & Longer, for detailed advice on getting the most out of every mile.

What is perineum pain, and how does it relate to bike seats?

Perineum pain is the deep ache, tingling, or numbness many riders feel between the sit bones after longer rides. The perineum is the soft tissue area between your sensitive areas and tailbone — and it carries major blood vessels and nerves.

Most bike seats put steady pressure right on that area. Over time, that pressure can restrict circulation and cause pain or numbness. It’s not about how strong you are or how much you ride — it’s simply how fixed-width saddles interact with your body.

That’s why seats that let you adjust width mid-ride make such a difference. By shifting where the pressure lands, you restore blood flow, relieve the perineum, and reduce pain in your sit bones.

Learn more about what causes this pain and how to prevent it in How to Relieve Bike Seat Pain in the Perineum and Sit Bones

How can I get plugged into your journey?

Join Our Journey to stay plugged in with updates, sneak peeks, and early access.

Do you have a warranty?

We do. Each RideLonger seat has a 30-day comfort guarantee and a 1-year warranty. See the full details here: Our Warranty.