Trek has launched its first 3D-printed saddle sequence, the Aeolus AirLoom, that includes what the corporate calls AirLoom lattice expertise. The brand new design updates Trek’s present Aeolus saddle vary with a 3D-printed construction meant to offer focused sit-bone assist and stress reduction. The saddles have already undergone testing at WorldTour biking occasions and mountain bike World Cups.
The AirLoom lattice makes use of a truncated-octahedron construction that replaces conventional foam padding. Based on Trek, this lattice design flexes and rebounds persistently whereas distributing stress throughout sit bones and sustaining an open perineal channel. The corporate states this strategy differs from foam, which might compress inconsistently and degrade over time.
Trek has additionally modified the saddle’s form, narrowing the nostril to scale back thigh contact and including an extended slope designed for riders in aggressive, aerodynamic positions. The up to date transition between the nostril and wings represents a departure from the earlier Aeolus design.
The AirLoom line consists of 4 fashions at completely different value factors. The highest-tier Aeolus RSL AirLoom options an OCLV carbon shell and outsized carbon rails, weighing 166g and priced at $424.99. The Professional mannequin prices $274.99 with carbon rails and composite shell at 180g, whereas the Elite AirLoom makes use of metal rails and nylon shell for $174.99 at 242g. Trek additionally presents a conventional foam model, the Aeolus Elite, for $99.99 weighing 267g.
Supply: bikerumor.com