With over a million Terry saddles on bicycles all over the world, rest assured you've made the right choice. Terry saddles have been revolutionizing the ride for nearly 2 decades, first for women, then for all.
Whether you're a weekend rider, long distance junkie or serious racer, you'll find there's a Terry saddle that suits your style of cycling and delivers the most comfortable ride imaginable. and just to make sure, we have an unmatched "ride it and love it" guarantee that allows you to return or exchange your saddle within 30 days if you're not completely satisfied.
Terry saddles are guaranteed for twenty-four months from the date of purchase. Register your saddle at www.terrybicycles.com/productregistration. A faulty product will be repaired or replaced by Terry within the warranty time frame if the defect is not due to carelessness, improper use or incorrect installation. This warranty is offered only to the original purchaser and can't be extended to third parties.
PLEASE READ THIS GUIDE carefully before installing and using your saddle to assure proper safety, fit and durability. If there is any uncertainty about installation or compatibility of the seat post, consult your local bike shop.
Figure 1
1. Seat post safety.The seat post used in conjunction with this saddle can affect the structural strength of the saddle. International test regulations require a saddle to be tested in combination with a recommended type of seat post. Certain types of rail clamping systems on some types of seat posts can compromise the strength of the saddle rail, or interfere with the saddle structure, altering the saddle's durability.
Please check the compatibility of your seat post rail clamp with the specifications given in (figure 1). Only use seat post rail clamps that have a clamping system of adequate size, and that cannot produce a cutting action on the saddle rail that could damage the rail and result in sudden failure during use.
Figure 2
Figure 3
The seat post rail clamping system must not have sharp edges as this could reduce the saddle's useful life or cause breakage (figure 2). Before fitting the saddle, make sure the upper and lower cradle rail clamping system complies with that indicated in (figure 3), and only use seatpost clamps that allow the rail to settle completely within the clamping system. The force when tightening the seat post clamp should not exceed that recommended by the seat post manufacturer. Doing so creates pressure on the saddle rail that will damage the material and could result in sudden failure during use.
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2. Installation.
Loosen the seat post clamp bolt with an allen wrench. Remove the bolt and the seat will come off (tip: paying attention to how everything fits together as you disassemble makes reassembling much easier). Take your new Terry saddle and set its rails into place. Make sure the rails are seated completely and are positioned between the permissible limits (STOP) marked on the rail (figure 4). Never move the saddle outside the stop limits, even if the shape of the rail allows for it. In most cases, saddle rail breakage is caused by fitting outside the permissible limits. Tighten the bolt to secure the seat.
Comply with the torque values indicated by the seat post manufacturers and, nonetheless, avoid exceeding 8 Nm for carbon rails and 15 Nm for metal rails. Over-tightening can create pressures on the saddle rail that will damage the material and potentially result in sudden failure during use.
If you are unsure how much to tighten the rail clamp, please consult your local bike shop.
3. Positioning.
Start by positioning the saddle parallel to the ground, then test ride your bike. If you find it uncomfortable, try tilting the nose slightly downward (if you feel too much pressure up front) or upward (if you're sliding forward), then test ride again. Shifting the saddle back, or adjusting its height or angle, even by just a few millimeters, can considerably alter riding performance, comfort and pedaling action. Perfect positioning requires care and patience. Your local bike shop can be a big help in ensuring the right adjustment.
Make minor adjustments to find the right position for you.
Your saddle should provide many miles of riding with the proper care. Avoid impacts to the top of the saddle. Keep it clean from dirt and sweat that builds up from use. Avoid using petroleum based oils or creams on the cover – use only mild soap and water to clean off any dirt, then air dry. Do not use stiff brushes, solvents or other chemical products since they can cause the glue to soften and separate the cover from the foam. After cleaning, dry the saddle away from direct heat and exposure to the sun. Failure to follow this advice may cause the leather to crack, split or harden. Inspect your saddle, seat post and fittings frequently to make sure everything's tight and properly aligned.
Just as tires wear out, so do bicycle seats. Any signs of cracking, warping, breaking or wear indicates that it is time for you to replace your saddle. Lighter colored saddles are more delicate (compared to black) and may wear out faster. Events like falls, impact mistreatment or excessive abuse will cause premature wear and damage. For safety reasons, Terry recommends replacing the saddle a maximum of 10 years or 9000 miles after purchase, or whenever signs or evidence of structural deterioration or wear are present.
Overall rating: 4.695652 / 5 from 23 reviews.
Review topics: [fit, weight, shape, service, saddle, miles, discomfort, terry].
"The classic shape, superior materials and overall design and comfort make this the only choice for men whether you are a short or long distance rider. I ride three to four times a week / 15+ miles per ride and never even think about my saddle. It is the most comfortable saddle that I have ever experienced!"
"The online chat was very helpful in selecting what I was looking for in a timely manner. I was looking for a replacement for the old Buzz Off style ti men's saddle with solid ti rails. After 20 yrs my old one needed to be replaced."
"I’ve been riding Terry Saddles long enough to wear out three of them. Best all around saddle on the market."
"Great comfort and low weight. The saddle cover has just enough grip to keep you from sliding unintentionally, but not so much that it inhibits sliding back and forth ."
"Comfortable and stylish! I have ridden on, and worn out, many of these saddles. Is it six? Or more? I am so glad that Terry continues to offer this wonderful saddle for these many years. When I hear new cyclists complain about saddle issues, I recommend the Terry and tell them to keep riding the saddle that they find comfortable. For me, the Terry TI is the gold standard."
"Used this saddle for years on my SantaCruz Superlight, comfortable and durable. Just transferred it to my new Scott eMTB and works great. Must be 10 years old and still going strong, despite quite a few scrapes!"
"I chose this over two others It’s a closer fit to the Dixie that I have been on for ten thousand miles"
"After painfully, and financially disappointing search for a good saddle, I noticed what saddle my favorite shop owner was riding. It was the Fly-Ti Saddle. Go figure! So I figured if he could ride any saddle he wanted, maybe his choice was a wise one. After >10 years, it wore out and I tried other saddles, but the best alternative wore dime sized holes in my butt that took months to heal. I'm on my third Fly-Ti now but only because a collision with a Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab destroyed my bike and 2nd Fly-Ti saddle. My new bike came with an almost perfectly comfortable saddle, but again, I found it intolerable because of the shape -- I simply had to avoid spots on the saddle. So I bought my 3rd Fly-Ti, and it feels great. A bit of soft and give where it needs it, space where I need it, and the perfect shape to use the entire saddle without wearing holes in my butt. Best money I ever spent on a saddle. Hi-end brands saddles costing $300+ and $400+ saddles are finally, just now but still unsuccessfully starting to approach the design, comfort, and durability of this saddle! I'll probably buy another inexpensive and store it in a vacuum pouch just in case Biden Economics destroys more wealth, innovation, and product availability in thee USA."
"This saddle has helped reduce ride soreness more than any other I've owned. And it seems to be built pretty robustly - it replaces an expensive Italian saddle that starts with a P, that failed a bit early!"
"I love the Fly Ti, and I have them on several bikes. I just wish you would bring back the Buzz-Off stitching on the back. It adds something unique to a truly great saddle."
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