Selle Italia launches new SLR Endurance & SLR Gravel Saddles

selle italia slr endurance saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Endurance

SLR Endurance Elite

The SLR Endurance Elite redefines what an endurance saddle can be. Built on the foundation of the iconic SLR platform, it introduces targeted comfort upgrades without compromising the performance that has made the SLR the choice of champions. Extended and increased padding distributes pressure across a larger contact area, reducing fatigue on multi-hour efforts. Integrated gel inserts cushion high-impact zones while preserving the responsive feel of the SLR shell. The wider nose enhances stability and support during steep, sustained climbs, a decisive advantage for gran fondo and endurance riders. Advanced Shock Absorbers reduce road vibrations across all terrain types, completing a comfort package that transforms long rides from a test of endurance into a genuine pleasure.

selle italia slr endurance saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Endurance

Product Details:

  • Dimensions: 145 x 245 mm (L3) – 130 x 245 mm (S3)
  • Rail: Lightweight tubular steel Ø7 mm
  • Weight: 196 g (S3) – 210 g (L3)
  • Use: Road
selle italia slr endurance saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Endurance Elite

SLR Endurance Advan

The SLR Endurance Advan delivers the full set of ergonomic upgrades that define the SLR Endurance family at a more accessible price point. Nothing essential has been left out: the extended padding, gel inserts, wider nose, and Shock Absorbers that make the Endurance platform so effective over long distances are all present in the Advan. Whether you are training for your first gran fondo or adding kilometres to a weekly plan, the SLR Endurance Advan gives you a saddle built specifically for distance, carrying the quality and craftsmanship of the SLR name.

selle italia slr endurance saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Endurance

Product Details:

  • Dimensions: 145 x 245 mm (L3) – 130 x 245 mm (S3)
  • Rail: Tubular steel Ø7 mm
  • Weight: 216 g (S3) – 228 g (L3)
  • Use: Road
selle italia slr endurance saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Endurance Advan

SLR Gravel Elite

The SLR Gravel Elite brings the versatility gravel demands to the SLR platform, without losing any of what makes the SLR exceptional. At its technical core is the Bow Rail System, a proven Selle Italia technology now introduced on the SLR family for the first time. By engineering specific compliance into both the shell and the rails, the Bow Rail System significantly reduces vibration transmission from rough and unpaved terrain, transforming how the saddle feels on long gravel stages. Shock Absorbers tuned specifically for gravel surfaces work in combination with the Bow Rail System.

selle italia slr gravel saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Gravel

The saddle pairs extended padding with a wider nose, delivering comfort upgrades adapted for gravel use. Two practical innovations complete the specification. The Protective Insert comes fitted on the saddle, covering the Superflow cutout to keep bib shorts dry in wet conditions. It applies no pressure to the perineal area and can be removed at any time to restore the open cutout and maximise ventilation. Reinforced reflective side edges extend saddle life on rough terrain and increase rider visibility in low-light conditions.

selle italia slr gravel saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Gravel

Product Details:

  • Dimensions: 145 x 245 mm (L3) – 130 x 245 mm (S3)
  • Rail: Lightweight tubular steel Ø7 mm
  • Weight: 195 g (S3) – 208 g (L3)
  • Use: Gravel
selle italia slr gravel saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Gravel Elite

SLR Gravel Advan

The SLR Gravel Advan takes nothing away from the gravel formula. All the innovations that define the new SLR Gravel platform are present: the Bow Rail System for improved compliance on rough terrain, the Protective Insert for wet-weather protection (fitted standard, removable when not needed), the reflective reinforced edges for durability and visibility, and the extended padding with wider nose that ensure comfort on long gravel routes. The SLR Gravel Advan is the starting point in the SLR Gravel family: built for riders who want to explore further and ride harder, without needing to spend at the top of the range to do it.

selle italia slr gravel saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Gravel

Product Details:

  • Dimensions: 145 x 245 mm (L3) – 130 x 245 mm (S3)
  • Rail: Tubular steel Ø7 mm
  • Weight: 214 g (S3) – 221 g (L3)
  • Use: Gravel
selle italia slr gravel saddle review
Selle Italia SLR Gravel Advan

Learn more at the Selle Italia Website

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