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TEMPO ARGO R1 is a versatile endurance road saddle with a short-nose design and generous ischial support that encourages stability. Where a traditional saddle shape encourages riders to shift their position frequently for better leverage, Argo puts the rider in a more planted position, making for greater stability and better weight distribution. Tempo Argo’s short length allows the rider to sit further forward without placing undue pressure on sensitive tissues. It also features an ergonomic cutout that was developed using detailed pressure analysis and input from medical experts. Argo is our most versatile saddle shape and each version suits different riding styles. As the endurance riding option, Tempo Argo has been engineered to deliver a riding feel that suits the balanced geometry of today’s all-purpose road machines. The padding is made from fizik’s proprietary Type 2 foam formulation, slightly thicker around the ischial sit bones area to support a more upright riding posture. The cushioning is slightly softer and more progressive than the type we use on our racing saddles, providing more long-distance comfort. Argo is a product of the fizik Concepts program, a cross-disciplinary collaboration of leading industry experts and academics carrying out research and analysis on technology, design, physiology and bike-fitting in search of ways to improve cycling performance.
R1: A combination of a ride-compliant carbon reinforced nylon shell and a highly stiff carbon rail
Argo Tempo: Versatile endurance road saddle with a short-nose design and generous ischial support that encourages stability.Rail: 10×7 mm
Wingflex: The shell’s side edges flex and adapt to rider’s inner leg movement
Type 2 Foam: Progressive cushioning, with lower compression modulus
Purposeful design shape that helps the rider achieve a better riding posture
MS3 –
Incredible Comfort for Long Rides – Worth Every Penny
I can’t say enough good things about the Fizik Argo Tempo saddle. This bike seat has completely transformed my riding experience. I used to struggle with discomfort and pain on long rides, but with the Argo Tempo, all that is a thing of the past. I recently completed a 100-mile ride, and while I experienced the usual minimal numbness and pain, it was significantly less than with any other saddle Iâve tried.One of the key things to note is the importance of checking your saddle width. I made sure to get this measured at a local bike shop, and it made a world of difference. If you canât get to a shop, there are plenty of tutorials online to guide you. Once you have the right width, the installation and configuration are a breeze. The saddle is easy to install, and adjusting it to the perfect angle and position didnât take much time at all.For anyone who does long rides or endurance cycling, this saddle is a game-changer. The design is spot-on, providing just the right amount of support where itâs needed most. Itâs well worth the money, offering incredible comfort and making those grueling long rides much more enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking to upgrade their saddle and enhance their cycling experience!
Kjeld W –
Comfortable
Very comfortable saddle that is solidly built and firm and lets you ride for hours. If you have slightly wider sit bones then you canât go wrong with the 160mm version. The padding is soft enough to add comfort but still firm enough to provide a solid base from which to pedal. The price makes this an excellent value.
Luke –
Great saddle, but a touch too wide
I wish I liked this saddle. It looks great, the padding is just right, the cutout is huge, it has a line/mark at 75 mm from its widest point so setting it at an exact distance from the bars is easy, and it’s relatively flat front to back, so you can tip the nose down without feeling like your sliding forward like saddles with the back swooped up. The only problem for me, with my narrow 110 mm sit bone width and my bike set up with a few inches of saddle to handlebar drop, is that due to its more triangle shape when viewed from the top it impedes on movement of the back of legs (right under my butt). Every pedal stroke at full leg expension I could feel the edges somewhat digging into the inner/back my thighs. It was very noticeable and annoying compared to my typical saddles were the wide part of saddle quickly narrows towards the thin section. It’s a shame, cause otherwise I love the saddle. I think I’ll give the narrower and more race oriented 140 mm Vento version a try… If you are okay with a little wider saddle and/or you don’t have as much saddle to handlebar drop, I think this saddle would work well for you. For now, I’m sticking to the unfortunately discontinued Specialized Toupe saddles in 143 mm wide. For reference, I’m 5’10”, 150 pounds.
MJLx2 –
Great road bike saddle
I ride a road bike for fitness and endurance ⦠rides of 20-25 miles 6 days / week. Trying to work up to a century ride. Although I ride mostly at a zone 2 pace, comfort during and after the ride is critical to me. After trying a handful of traditional 160-180mm road bike type saddles that were advertised as soft yet supportive, I found myself uncomfortable about 8-10 miles in on the ride and a bit sore for a couple hours after the ride. After much investi-googling I concluded that soft doesnât necessarily equate to comfortable for road bike saddles. Iâve been using the Fizik Tempo saddle for a couple weeks and am very pleased with the level of comfort and support. No during or after sit bone (or tail bone) pain. Likewise no soft tissue perineal issues at all. Which brings me to another great design feature of this saddle vs more traditional road bike saddles, itâs a short-nose saddle. Very noticeable in a positive way in the nether areas while keeping you more planted in the saddle and allowing freer leg movement vs traditional road bike saddles. Iâm 6â; 180 lbs. self measurement of my sit bones using a couple online video methods yielded approximately 120-125mm. The videos suggest adding 20-30mm when sizing your bike saddle. I ordered the 160 Fizik and am very pleased. Iâd highly recommend.
Pakorn Technology –
If you are looking for comfortability and stability this is the one to get
I have been testing many saddles before settling down with this one. Other ones I’ve tested is either too stiff/too brittle or does not provide enough comfort for longer rides. I chose to get the largest width at 160mm for maximum support and comfort. This saddle does not disappoint. R5 will provide you with the friendliest price but with heavier total weight while R1 is the lightest but also the most expensive. I chose R3 which is the mid range in terms of pricing and weight. If you got the money and want to save the most weight then I recommend the R1.
nhmtnbkr –
Meh, comfort could be better
I was hoping this would turn out to be a good road bike saddle that would suffice for longer rides, seeing the many positive reviews, but this was a disappointment. While the padding in the back part of the saddle is decent and reasonably supportive for 20-40 mile rides, that in the nose and around the middle of the relief channel isn’t. In a dozen or so rides on this I’ve had some numbness in my dangly bits thanks the spartan level of padding and firmness of it, and playing with cant and/or fore/aft positioning didn’t remedy it. Wouldn’t recommend this for larger riders, or those over 190lbs. Seems better for little people.
RJH –
Personal choice…works for me 500lm per week
K –
Good quality, arrived on time. Couldnât put to use too much as winterâs here. Looking forward to use it next summer.
Ricardo C. –
Muy a gusto, en muy cómodo
Cuitlahuac Plata Cruz –
El asiento es muy confortable, he rodado con el mas de 300km y no he tenido problemas. el asiento corto es perfecto para viajes largos ya que no te molesta en las partes sensibles asi como tambien tiene una muy buena abertura para evitar problema con la prostata. el asiento tambien es muy ligero y de muy buena calidad. si lo compraria de nuevo.
Amazon Kunde –
Ich habe den Fizik Tempo Argo R5 nun seit einigen Monaten im Einsatz und möchte meine Eindrücke mit euch teilen. Schon beim ersten Auspacken war ich von der hochwertigen Verarbeitung und dem schlichten, aber modernen Design begeistert. Der Sattel macht einen sehr soliden Eindruck und sieht auf meinem Rennrad einfach klasse aus.Komfort im Alltag und auf langen FahrtenEines der wichtigsten Kriterien für mich war der Komfort, da ich oft längere Touren fahre. Hier hat mich der Tempo Argo R5 nicht enttäuscht. Die verkürzte Nase sorgt tatsächlich dafür, dass weniger Druck auf empfindliche Bereiche ausgeübt wird â besonders, wenn ich in einer aerodynamischen Position unterwegs bin. Ich hatte zuvor häufiger mit Taubheitsgefühlen zu kämpfen, aber mit diesem Sattel ist das Problem nahezu verschwunden. Die Polsterung ist zwar etwas straff, was ich am Anfang gewöhnungsbedürftig fand, aber nach ein paar Fahrten hat sich das positiv bemerkbar gemacht. Sie absorbiert Vibrationen gut, ohne dass es zu weich oder schwammig wirkt.Besonders geeignet für Fahrer mit moderater SitzpositionEin groÃer Vorteil des Fizik Tempo Argo R5 ist, dass er sich hervorragend für Fahrer eignet, die nicht übermäÃig flexibel sind oder keine extreme Lenkerüberhöhung fahren. Ich selbst habe eine Lenkerüberhöhung von etwa 3 bis 5 cm, und der Sattel unterstützt diese eher aufrechte Sitzposition perfekt. Die ergonomische Form des Sattels sorgt dafür, dass ich trotz meiner limitierten Flexibilität bequem und effizient fahren kann, ohne dass ich das Gefühl habe, mich in eine unangenehme Haltung zwingen zu müssen. Das macht ihn zu einer idealen Wahl für Fahrer, die nicht unbedingt in einer aggressiven Profi-Position unterwegs sind.Stabilität und SitzgefühlEin weiterer Pluspunkt ist die hervorragende Stabilität. Egal ob ich im Wiegetritt unterwegs bin oder auf langen, flachen Strecken in den Lenker greife â der Sattel fühlt sich immer sicher und stabil an. Besonders auf steilen Anstiegen hat mir die Form geholfen, eine effiziente Position beizubehalten. Die Unterstützung im Bereich der Sitzknochen ist ausgezeichnet, was sich vor allem auf längeren Fahrten auszahlt.Gewicht und Preis-Leistungs-VerhältnisMit einem Gewicht von etwa 250 Gramm liegt der Sattel im mittleren Bereich und ist weder besonders schwer noch ultraleicht. Für meinen Einsatzzweck â komfortables und effizientes Fahren ohne Rennfokus â ist das Gewicht absolut akzeptabel. Ich wollte keinen High-End-Sattel, sondern ein Modell, das Komfort und Leistung zu einem fairen Preis bietet â und genau das bekomme ich mit dem Tempo Argo R5. Für den aufgerufenen Preis finde ich die gebotene Qualität mehr als zufriedenstellend.Mein FazitDer Fizik Tempo Argo R5 hat sich für mich als ein echter Glücksgriff erwiesen. Besonders, wenn man eine leicht aggressive Sitzposition bevorzugt oder eine moderate Lenkerüberhöhung fährt, spielt dieser Sattel seine Stärken aus. Er kombiniert Komfort mit Stabilität und sieht dabei auch noch gut aus. Der Fokus auf Unterstützung für weniger flexible Fahrer macht ihn zudem zu einer hervorragenden Option für Hobbyfahrer oder Langstreckenenthusiasten, die keine extreme Rennradgeometrie bevorzugen.Ich würde diesen Sattel auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen â besonders für Fahrer, die lange Strecken fahren und auf der Suche nach einem guten Mix aus Komfort und Performance sind.