I've had my R3 for about 4 years now, and I've used the original saddle since I bought the bike. I've thought about upgrading it for a while, but figured I'd do it next year, or after my two upcoming fondos. With my registration in the PGAMO, I got 20% off any in stock Specialized saddles at my LBS. One looked pretty good, and they said I could return it, so I bought it. I didn't want to mess with my current set up, so I figured I'd put it on after my July 10 ride. I ended up putting it on last night, as I have no will power or patience.
It's awesome! I wish I had done this much sooner. I've only biked about 20 minutes on it, and it's so much more comfortable than the previous one. There is a lot of pressure taken of certain points. I'll be doing a 40km ride tonight and a 50 km on Sunday, to ensure everything still feels good, but I'm very impressed.
It's the Specialized Power Expert
https://www.specialized.com/ca/en/co...-expert/105546. With my 20% discount, it cost me $112. I liked the Power Pro, but the regular price was $220 (Expert was $140). I didn't feel the $80 more was justified, for the seat to weight 20 grams less, but I almost got it because the Pro comes in red. My tires, water bottle holders, bike accent colours, and most of my cycling gear has red in it. Yes I understand that the only time you can see the red is when you are not riding on it, but it looks really cool at that point.