Nobody ever wants to feel like their saddle is made out of stone and, with Selle Italia’s famed comfort and performance-focused saddle technology, that’s never going to happen. But what if your saddle looked like it was made of stone? Specifically, what if it invoked the kind of distinctive, multi-coloured reflections normal created by opulent opal?
Well, that truly would be special.
With this year’s ‘Opal White’ capsule collection, Selle Italia has introduced a whole new aesthetic to the bicycle saddle. By combining avant-garde materials with a distinctive opalescent finish over a white base, the legendary Italian brand has created an original look, quite unlike anything ever seen before.
“Opal has long captivated imaginations, evoking compelling stories, intertwined with fascinating legends,” Selle Italia says.
“The Opal White capsule is a special SLR collection that plays on an ethereal white that captures the light and transforms it into iridescent reflections. The four saddles and bar tape that make up the line take their inspiration from the shimmering purity of opals and pearls, harnessing visual appeal and cutting-edge technology.”
Comprising four of Selle Italia’s respected high-end SLR road saddle models, as well as matching bar tape, the Opal White capsule collection offers something for anyone who wants to put a unique, luxurious finishing touch to their pride and joy.
But it’s not just about striking visual effects; these models are built to perform as well. With more than 120 years making bicycle saddles – and a proven ability to develop incredible innovative technology such as carbon rails, comfort-enhancing Superflow cut-outs, or Selle Italia’s incredible Carbon DLS 3D printing – Selle Italia knows that performance is key.
So now you can feel like a king or queen in the saddle. And then, when you hop off your bike, it will look like a machine made for royalty, too.
Let’s look at the full Selle Italia SLR Opal White capsule collection to see how you can add a little more bling, and a lot more zing to your bike.
Selle Italia SLR 3D Carbon Opal White – £409.99
The Selle Italia SLR 3D Carbon Opal White represents the very zenith of Selle Italia’s road bike saddle technology, now in a finish that reflects its incredible innovation.
Featuring an advanced 3D-printed pattern structure and ultra-light carbon rails, the SLR 3D Carbon Opal White is a high-performance carbon bike saddle that delivers elite levels of power transfer.
In pure performance terms, there’s little to match it. At 137g for the S3 version, it’s amazingly lightweight while the full-carbon rails enhance stiffness and strength to maximise efficiency.
And that comes without compromising comfort: the proprietary 3D-printed pattern creates a precision-engineered lattice structure with differentiated cushioning zones for progressive shock absorption and optimised pressure distribution.
In the Opal White collection, that 3D-printed cover features iridescent reflections to produce a unique visual effect, meaning it looks as stunning on your bike as on the spec sheet.
Technical Specs
- Weight: S3 – 137g; L3 – 143 g
- Size: S3 – 130 x 242mm; L3 – 145 x 242mm
Selle Italia SLR Carbon Opal White – £289.99
Even lighter than the SLR 3D, Selle Italia’s SLR Carbon comes in at just 118g (S3 version). But while any superfluous weight is missing, there’s certainly nothing lacking in the design.
The SLR Carbon Opal White features Selle Italia’s redesigned SLR silhouette, which retains the unbeatable SLR sitting shape: the long-time standard bearer for road bike comfort.
One reason behind the overall ultra-light package is the SLR Carbon Opal White’s new carbon lay-up method, which has been used to create thinner yet stiff rails. Another performance ingredient is the hand-made padding, applied only where the rider needs it to keep comfort levels at their peak.
The final ownership ingredient is that Opal White finish – perfect for dazzling your ride buddies as they pull up to the finish after you’ve already got off your bike.
Technical Specs
- Weight: S3 – 118g; L3 – 122g
- Size: S3 – 130 x 242mm; L3 – 145 x 242mm
Selle Italia SLR Elite Opal White – £209.99
For riders looking for more affordable ways to access the unique delights of Selle Italia’s Opal White collection, the SLR Elite Opal White offers a perfect mix of performance and value-for-money.
Still featuring Selle Italia’s advance SLR silhouette for the perfect seating position, the SLR Elite uses durable and lightweight rails and shock absorbers to enhance the dampening of road vibrations and improve reliability, while complementing the lightweight design.
Above that, you’ll find PU padding for comfort and performance, and a micro-perforated cover for a sleek appearance… now appearing all the sleeker with its ultra-elegant Opal While finish.
Technical Specs
- Weight: S3 – 152g; L3 – 156g
- Size: S3 – 130 x 242mm; L3 145 x 242mm
Selle Italia SLR Advan Opal White – £139.99
Finally, the most accessible way to get your lycra shorts on Selle Italia’s latest aesthetic innovation: the Selle Italia SLR Advan Opal White.
Boasting all the benefits of the SLR silhouette shape and seating position, while maximising material choice, the SLR Advan Opal White is the perfect option for social, endurance or competitive road riders look to up their aesthetics game.
It’s made using tubular steel rails for durability and comfort, and innovative PU and production processes to create a lightweight build without compromising comfort.
This is a perfect mix of ultra-reliable construction, allied with complete comfort, and that unique Opal White finish.
Technical Specs
- Weight: S3 – 168g; L3 – 172g
- Size: S3 – 130 x 242mm; L3 – 145 x 242mm
Selle Italia Opal White Bar Tape – £29.99
Why should your lower body be the only thing to benefit from this Opal White opulence? This year Selle Italia has introduced matching Opal White bar tape to bring those luxury looks into your eyeline.
With an opalescent finish over the entire surface and the iridescent Selle Italia logo, this tape ensures unparalleled style, superior grip, and control in any weather conditions.
Technical Specs
- Size: 30 x 2000mm
- Thickness: 2.5 mm
A warranty fit for royalty – www.selleitalia.com’s extended warranty and crash replacement
One of the great worries when it comes to investing in something you truly love is: what happens should it be damaged in some way? Luckily, as you’d expect from the experts in comfort, Selle Italia has something that will cushion the blow should the worst happen to your Opal White kit.
Exclusively for customers who buy from Selle Italia’s online store, you can benefit from Selle Italia’s extended warranty. This means that your saddle will be covered for three years instead of two.
And, should your Opal White saddle be accidentally damaged, Selle Italia has welcome support for you there as well. Again, exclusively for customers who buy direct from www.selleitalia.com, if your saddle is accidentally broken in the first week following purchase, Selle Italia’s crash replacement policy means you will receive a 70% discount voucher on the same product.
Perhaps even better, if your saddle is broken at any point in the three years after purchase, Selle Italia customers will receive a 35% discount voucher on the same product or subsequent version.
Visit Selle Italia’s official website or your local authorised Selle Italia resellers to get your hands on the glorious Italia Opal White capsule collection now.
For more information visit selleitalia.com.
