Originally Posted by
Chr0m0ly
Better?
The way I see it, some things have dramatically improved and trickled down over the years. My single pivot Dura Ace brakes don't offer the stopping power of new Claris dual pivots.
Near as I can tell, that Amazon junk saddle has the same construction as my San Marco. I wouldn't be surprised if it weighs less and the shell is more compliant than mine.
Is it tensioned? Nope.
Is it C&V? Nope
Is it even real leather? I doubt it.
If it completed a certain look I was after, at that price, I'd give it a try.