Koobi PRS Century

I have riden my PRS Century for around 3 years now, I've been very happy with it. The greatest compliment I can give it is that I never think about it! Of all the components on my bike, this saddle never enters my mind. I've riden centuries, tri's, and lots of training rides; this saddle has performed well at all of them, and held up better than other saddles I've had. It came set up w/the red elastomers, they seem to work well for me at 6'3" and 180lbs.

I purchased my PRS Century after consultation with the Koobi staff with regard to a developing E.D. problem I was experiencing with the saddle supplied on my harsh riding aluminium framed road bicycle. I chose the PRS Century because of the in-built suspension elastomers and the cut-out design. The PRS Century was completely successful with regard to the harsh ride of my bike but far less successful with the E.D. problem. I persisted with the PRS Century for many months all the while seeking medical cures for my cycling related health issues until I reached a point that I could no longer continue to ride. I also tried several unconventional saddles at this time with no success. Eventually I walked into a shop with the intention of buying new nicks to replace my old ones, worth a try I thought, the salesman listened with interest and then lent me his own firm, flat and hard conventional saddle to try. It was instant success, my E.D. problem disappeared completely, this saddle was quite expensive but with its titanium rails provided a ride equivalent to the PRS without the health issues. I can only conclude that the soft gel in the PRS is incompatible with my physiology and the somewhat sharp edges along the cutout also aggravated the nerves and blood vessels in the perennial area. The PRS Century while providing a smooth ride at a reasonable price failed to address the E.D. problem that I purchased it for.

I bought the PRS Century a few months after I got my first real road bike and as I was prepping for my first 2-day 150-mile charity ride. The seat arrived two days before a 50-mile training ride. I put it on, though nervously because of my uncertainty that it would be comfortable the first time out. Five miles into the training ride I had no more trepidation. Fifty miles later I was the happiest bike rider on the ride. On this seat I don't slide, and at the end of the ride I don't have to stand up just to get butt relief. Oh, did I mention that I'm big guy? So putting all my weight onto the few square inches of any seat can be threatening, but with the PRS Century, it is a welcoming experience.

I just started riding this year. After conditioning my seat on a cheap saddle, I decided to purchase a better one. I am 6'3" and 220 pounds, and I wanted a saddle that provided both comfort and performance. I bought the prs Century. My first ride with the saddle was a 50 miler. I never felt uncomfortable. Due to weather and an injury, I was unable to ride for a month. When I got back on the bike, it was like I had never been off. The prs Century is the saddle for me. Thanks, Koobi.

I have two of these saddles--one for my road bike and one for my touring (commuting) bike. I tend to forget about my saddle these days. There is no pain to remind me of my saddle choice. I put on somewhere north of a hundred and fifty miles a week in the spring/summer/fall, so I am not riding a lot of miles. But the Koobi Century makes those miles a pleasure. I had one problem with the saddle last year. I was getting a squeaking noise from the nose of the saddle. I emailed Koobi and had an answer the next day. I added a few drops of dry (chain) lube to the place where the rails went into the nose and the noise went away immediately. Good saddle, good company. If I need another saddle, I will come back here and ignore everything else. These saddles work!

I was looking for a performance road saddle that would stay as comfortable in the last hours of a mile century as in the first. The PRS Century does just that! Best of all, as an avid cyclist who tips the scales at 275 lbs., it is "clyde friendly." On top of that Koobi provides outstanding tech and service support! They don't just talk about it. -- Jack in Santa Rosa CA

I recently replaced my Koobi classic saddle with a PRS Century. The classic was perfect while I was getting back into cycling. It was orders of magnitude more comfortable than my stock saddle and after 4 years of use, showed little wear. But as my fitness increased, I found it caused chafing on long 5+ hour rides. The PRS Century is a huge improvement - slightly narrower and fits me perfectly. The build quality also appears to be better - not that the classic was poor but the PRS Century just seems put together with more attention to detail - absolutely no flaws whatsoever. I was worried that the PRS system would be a gimmick. I clearly is not. It noticeably smoothes out the chip & seal roads that I frequent. So far I've ridden several centuries on the PRS saddle and am totally satisfied with the product.

After trying a variety of other saddles and being unhappy, I got the Koobi Century a week before the 08 Triple Bypass (120 miles & 10000' climbing). Did a couple of short 1 hr rides at lunch that week and found a lot less pressure and numbness than my previous best saddle, so I took the chance on my new Koobi for the triple, which was probably my hardest day ride ever. Did not go numb at all during the long ride, and at that time it was the best saddle I've ever ridden on. Since then I tried an ISM adamo that a friend lent me, and my verdict is still out on whether I prefer the Adamo or my century, so that is why I give 4 not 5. I woudl not hesitate to recommend the Centruy to people, and Koobi's excellent return policy gives you the confidence to try at low financial risk.

I have had my PRS Century on my primary bike since last May. I have logged over 1800 miles on that bike since adding this saddle. My other bike has a Selle Italia Flite. Due to some wheel issues I have been riding the "Sella" bike for a couple of weeks. The seat is, very apparently, less comfortable than the PRS Century. I have grown accustomed to the saddle as being a non-issue. I guess I'll have to buy another PRS for my second bike.

After trying several saddles from minimalist to more "comfort" saddles, the Century is about as comfortable as it can get for me. From 1 hour rides to centuries, it keeps its comfort. At first I loved with the shape immediately. The down turned nose prevents any short snagging when going from standing back to seated. The full split makes it easily the most comfortable I have ever been in the drops. I questioned if the PRS elastomers provided any benefit until the Copper Triangle had 5 miles of dirt road and I could definitely tell it was sucking up a lot of the "noise" and jarring action. My search is done and I will be buying Koobi's for any saddle purchase from here on. Ditto on the great customer service everyone else raves about too.

When I realized it was time to retire my 5 year old AU Enduro, I was ready to just order a new one. Instead I asked for Phil's advice. We have exchanged some emails over the years and have never met. However, he has a good sense for what will best carry these old bones and recommended the PRS Century. Figuring that I could always take advantage of he 30 guarentee and Koobi's minimal shipping charges, I ordered it. Am I ever happy I heeded the advice. After a quick break in, the saddle has proven to be as comfortable as the AU Enduro although a bit firmer. The sleeker geometry allows for freer leg movement meanind the pedal speed is increased. Great comfort and a faster ride, you just can't beat it. Alan C., Ashland, MA

I own many saddles that have failed to make the grade and been retired due to lack of comfort. Many saddles seem good during the moderate length rides but throw in a couple of long rides and I'm back shopping again. The Century is the perfect blend of comfort and performance for a rider like myself who while never going to make the Tour still manages to put in 2-300km/week. If you still have feeling in your sit bones, I'd recommend the Century before it's too late. Aside from the saddle quality...Phil and the rest provide incredible service.