BONTRAGER HILO COMP
£59.99 This split-nose option from Trek’s accessories brand is reminiscent of ISM’s popular saddle design yet, on the Hilo Comp, there’s a shell underneath the split-support zone all the way to the end of the nose. With steel rails and deep duallayer foam it’s the heaviest on test at 332g, though Bontrager say the base has extra flex for compliance. While in theory it should be ideal for triathlon, we found the split section a little narrow with a maximum width of 134mm. That’s not to say the Hilo Comp’s not an affordable option for those who require extra pressure relief in the time-trial position, but it just didn’t work for us. We were far more impressed with Bontrager’s Aeolus saddle, which weighs a third less and picked up a Best Value gong in our 2019 saddles test. trekbikes.com