Rethinking Saddle Comfort: A Closer Look at the Infinity E2 Bike Saddle
As a bike fitter, one of the most common and complex challenges I face is helping riders find a saddle that supports them properly, allows optimal function, and eliminates discomfort. Saddles are highly personal, and while many riders are quick to chase trends or the latest race-oriented design, the right saddle must fundamentally suit your body, your posture on the bike, and your unique functional asymmetries.
Enter the Infinity Bike Saddle.
What Makes It Different?
The Infinity saddle is like nothing else on the market. Its defining feature is the detailed cut-out shape, not just a channel or relief, but a complete absence of pressure in the center. This allowsthe soft tissue of the perineum to remain untouched. Instead, it supports the rider on the pubic rami and the surrounding gluteal tissue, distributing weight across the bony and muscular structures designed to bear load.
Unlike many traditional saddles that assume symmetrical pelvic function and force the rider to conform, the Infinity design adapts to how you move, rather than dictating how you should. This is particularly helpful for riders with leg length discrepancies, pelvic asymmetries, or a history of injury.
Function Over Fashion
As Steve Hogg often points out, “Comfort on the bike isn’t just about pedalling—it’s about function.” A saddle that allows the pelvis to rotate freely while maintaining support enables better spinal posture, improved core engagement, and a more stable platform for generating power. The Infinity saddle excels in this space. It doesn’t cradle you into a fixed position, but rather, permits dynamic pelvic motion — something we know is crucial for sustained comfort and performance.
In bike fits where we see riders collapsing forward through the spine or developing saddle sores and numbness, the Infinity has often proven transformative. It’s not about simply removing pressure—it’s about restoring function. By freeing up the perineum and respecting the rider’s pelvic architecture, the saddle allows the rest of the body to move in harmony.
Who Is It For?
While no single saddle is perfect for every rider, the Infinity is especially worth considering if you:
- Experience persistent numbness or genital pressure
- Struggle with lower back discomfort on longer rides
- Have a history of pelvic injury or asymmetry
- Ride in an aggressive position but can’t seem to stay comfortable
- Are a long-distance or endurance rider looking to stay supported hour after hour
The Fitter’s Perspective
In my studio, saddles are never chosen on looks or popularity. They’re trialed, assessed under load, and reviewed in the context of the rider’s movement, posture, and goals. The Infinity saddle is a standout option not because it looks radically different—but because it works radically different.
And when it works, it works incredibly well.
As always, if you’re unsure whether it might be right for you, the best approach is a proper fit. We’ll evaluate how your pelvis is supported, whether the saddle encourages or restricts natural motion, and how it influences the rest of your biomechanics. From there, we can determine whether Infinity or another saddle entirely is best suited to your needs.
