Italian shoe and touchpoint manufacturer, Fizik, has been around for nearly three decades and has carved a reputation for creating some of the world's best bike saddles, handlebar tape and cycling shoes. I've personally been a user of Fizik's saddles for 13 years now, with my personal favourites being the Arione, Vento and Tempo Argo.
While the saddle is a personal choice, it represents an important component as it's one of only three touchpoints between rider and bike - yet it's often overlooked for more blingy upgrades. For many, the saddle is a common cause of pain on the bike, as stock perches are often OEM-issue and not the most ergonomic as they have often been specced to help keep the total bicycle cost down.
The Tempo comprises Fizik's Argo range of saddles known for their short-nose and shallow profile that makes it an ideal option to use across disciplines. The shape was designed to stabilise rider position, reduce pressure and improve sit-bone support. The short nose also allows riders to move around on the saddle more freely during climbing and flat-terrain riding scenarios.
