DE202019102909U1 - Bicycle saddle and saddle shell - Google Patents

Abstract

A bicycle saddle comprising a saddle shell, the saddle shell comprising a saddle nose merging into a wider buttock area in a transition region, characterized in that the saddle shell comprises two longitudinally extending recesses between which a central web is located extending from the saddle nose extends the transition area to the buttocks area.

Description

Field of the invention

The invention relates to a bicycle saddle and a saddle shell. In particular, the invention relates to a saddle shell with receptacles for a frame (so-called "rails"), wherein the frame can be clamped to a seat post.

Background of the invention

With bicycle saddles, a common construction method has prevailed that the bicycle saddle comprises a saddle shell made of a plastic, on which a frame of struts, so-called rails, run from a saddle nose to a rear buttock area. The rails are clamped in a seatpost mount.

The document EP 2 628 668 B1 shows, for example, such a bicycle saddle, wherein on the underside of the saddle shell stiffening ribs are present.

From practice, cuts in the saddle shell, in particular in the buttock area of the saddle shell, are known, which are intended to increase the flexibility, in particular in the buttocks area. Such a saddle is available, for example, under the trade name Cube® Race SL.

In a saddle shell, a torsional ability of the saddle, especially in the transition region from the saddle nose to the buttocks area, is desirable, as this way the saddle can deflect in accordance with the pedaling movements of the driver. The torsional ability can be increased by a saddle shell of softer material or by a saddle shell with lower material thickness. But then there is the disadvantage that the saddle shell tends to an increased extent for bending in the longitudinal direction.

Object of the invention

The invention is in contrast, according to one aspect of the invention, the object to provide a bicycle saddle or a saddle shell for a bicycle saddle, in which a high torsional, especially in the transition region between saddle nose and buttocks, given and in which at the same time the saddle shell by the weight the driver turns as little as possible.

According to a further aspect of the invention, an ergonomic saddle with high comfort is to be provided.

Summary of the invention

The object of the invention is already achieved by a bicycle saddle and by a saddle shell according to one of the independent claims.

Preferred embodiments and further developments of the invention can be found in the subject matter of the dependent claims, the description and the drawings.

The invention relates to a bicycle saddle which comprises a saddle shell.

The saddle shell comprises a saddle nose, which is in particular pointed and which merges in a transition area into a wider seat area on which the driver's seat bumps rest.

According to the invention, the saddle shell comprises two longitudinally extending recesses, between which a central web is arranged, which extends from the saddle nose through the transition region into the seat region.

Due to the uninterrupted central web, which merges both at its front end and at its rear end in the saddle shell and thus firmly connected to the saddle shell, sagging of the saddle can be largely prevented even with low material thickness of the adjacent saddle shell.

The saddle is divided into three parts in its central region and the outer regions of the saddle adjoining the central web act as springy wings.

The invention can therefore also be defined by the fact that the saddle shell is divided into three parts in a central region between the saddle nose and the buttock region in the longitudinal direction. As a result, the saddle shell is divided into sections in a central web and two adjacent to the central web wings.

Preferably, the tripartite portion extends over a centerline of the saddle which divides it into a front and a rear portion.

The tripartite region preferably extends over at least 25%, preferably at least 30%, particularly preferably at least 50% and / or less than 80%, preferably less than 70% of the total length 1 the saddle shell.

The central web of the tripartite region preferably occupies at least in sections 20 to 60% of the width of the saddle shell.

The three-piece structure increases the torsional capability of the saddle shell. This supports that at the zenith of pedaling one leg is at the top and the second leg is at the bottom.

Preferably, the recesses are strip-shaped and mirror-symmetrical along a longitudinally extending central axis. The recesses preferably do not include interruptions.

According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the recesses in the transition region run apart in sections. In the transition region of the saddle, the recesses thus occupy a greater distance from one another than in front of and behind the transitional region ("front" in the sense of the invention is the saddle nose and "rear" the buttock region of the saddle). The recesses run apart in the transition region in which the saddle widened, so that the sides of the saddle adjoining the central web are narrow and can deflect well. The central web is accordingly formed widened in the transition region. This relieves the dam area.

In another embodiment, in particular in a saddle for a road bike, the central web can also be designed as a strip with substantially constant width in the transition region.

In a further development of the invention, the recesses in the buttocks area have a curved end.

It is provided in particular that the arcuate end extends in each case around a Sitzhöckerbereich.

An arcuate end is understood to be a rear region of the respective recess, in which the respective recess changes its direction and, in particular, extends up to an angle of at least 90 ° to the central axis of the saddle shell.

Thus, around the seat bumps around a resilient area is formed, in which the seat bumps can sink, which increases the comfort.

The recesses may be formed as open slots.

Further, according to another embodiment, it is provided that the recesses, for example for protection against moisture, are filled with a softer material than that of the saddle shell, in particular with a foam and / or with an elastomer.

Preferably, the central web is formed at least solid in the transition region than the laterally adjacent region of the saddle shell.

In particular, a central web can be provided, which is thicker than the side of the central web adjacent region of the saddle shell.

Alternatively or in combination, it is also conceivable to provide the central web with at least one, preferably two, stiffening ribs.

The saddle shell preferably has frame receptacles located at the rear end of the buttock area which leave enough space to guide an arcuate end of the recess around the seat bump area.

It is understood that the saddle shell can be covered with a coating, wherein in particular a coating is arranged between the cover and the saddle shell.

The saddle shell according to the invention is suitable for almost all common production methods known from practice, with which these can be provided with a cushion and / or cover. In particular, vacuum production methods are known in which a foam serving as a cushion is glued into a saddle shell with a peripheral edge. The saddle shell according to the invention can also be used for so-called "hand wrapping", "vacuum" or "atom shaping".

The saddle shell is usually made of plastic, in particular of a thermoplastic. Thus, the saddle shell can be produced by injection molding. It is also conceivable, the saddle shell made of a composite material, such as CFRP produce.

The middle web is preferably formed with the saddle shell as a one-piece component, in particular as a plastic injection molded component.

The invention further relates to a bicycle saddle, in particular a bicycle saddle with one or more features described above.

The bicycle saddle comprises a saddle shell with at least one strip-shaped recess.

In particular, the bicycle saddle comprises a saddle shell with a strip-shaped recess, which is formed as a recess which divides the saddle shell partially into several segments which can spring in separately from each other.

The strip-shaped recess is formed in particular as described above.

According to the invention, the strip-shaped recess ends in at least one rounded widening. This is understood to mean that the width of the strip-shaped recess increases at least in sections at its end. As a result, the recess may end in a larger radius than that corresponding to its width. The risk of cracking at the end of the strip-shaped recess is reduced by the larger radius and it can be provided at the same time a lighter saddle shell.

The rounded recess is formed in particular in a plan view of a circle segment. The strip-shaped recess ends, so to speak, in a loop-shaped end.

According to one embodiment of the invention, the rounded expansion is reinforced edge.

As edge-side reinforcement in particular a border is provided, in which the saddle shell is formed thicker than in the adjacent area.

The rounded expansion can in particular be provided by a conical border.

The reinforcement is preferably located on the top of the saddle shell.

The invention further relates to a bicycle saddle, in particular a bicycle saddle with one or more features described above.

Also according to this aspect of the invention, the bicycle saddle comprises a saddle shell with at least one strip-shaped recess.

According to the invention, the strip-shaped recess is reinforced edge.

As a reinforcement is provided in particular that the saddle shell edge adjacent to the recess adjacent increases.

It has been found that can be prevented by such edge-side reinforcement in a simple and efficient manner, the increased material load of segmented due to the strip-shaped recess areas of the saddle.

According to a further aspect, the invention relates to a bicycle saddle, in particular with one or more features described above.

The bicycle saddle includes a saddle shell with a first pad. The first pad is in particular a foam.

According to the invention, the first pad comprises in a seat region of the bicycle saddle two opposite recesses, in each of which a padding insert is inserted, wherein the recesses are open to the front, so that an edge of the pad is formed by a respective padding in front.

The opposing recesses are arranged in particular in the buttock area of the saddle such that the seatbone bumps of the driver can deflect into the cushioning inserts made of a different material.

However, the first pad, which is preferably made of a harder foam than the padding inserts, surrounds the padding inserts only at the edge and to the rear, so that a front edge of the saddle in the area of the padding inserts is formed by the padding inserts themselves. It is understood, however, that by definition the padding inserts can still be provided with a covering.

By reaching up to an edge towards cushioning inserts the comfort of the saddle is improved in a surprisingly effective manner, since now also the leg movements when pedaling through the cushioning inserts can be optimally absorbed.

The first cushion preferably forms a web between the recesses. The padding inserts are designed for sinking the ischial tuberosities.

The cushion inserts are preferably made of a softer foam, in particular with a hardness according to Shore A by at least 10 below the hardness of the first pad.

According to a further preferred embodiment, the cushion inserts consist of a shape memory polymer foam (memory form). The saddle adapts in the area of the recesses of the anatomy of the user.

The invention also relates in particular to a saddle shell, which may have all the above features described in connection with the saddle shell.

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• 1 ist eine Draufsicht auf die Oberseite eines Ausführungsbeispiels einer erfindungsgemäßen Sattelschale.
• 2 ist eine Draufsicht auf die Unterseite der in 1 dargestellten Sattelschale.
• 3 und 4 zeigen in einer perspektivischen Ansicht auf die Unterseite der Sattelschale zwei verschiedene Ausführungsvarianten mit unterschiedlichen hinteren Gesellaufnahmen.
• 5 ist eine Draufsicht auf die Oberseite und 6 eine Schnittansicht entlang der Linie A-A der 5.
• 7 ist eine Draufsicht und 8 eine Schnittansicht entlang der Linie B-B der 7.
• 9 und 10 zeigen den fertigen Fahrradsattel, wobei die zuvor dargestellte Sattelschale mit einem Bezug bzw. Polster versehen ist.
• Bezugnehmend auf 11 bis 16 soll eine weitere Ausführungsform eines erfindungsgemäßen Fahrradsattels näher erläutert werden.
• 11 ist eine perspektivische Ansicht.
• 12 ist eine perspektivische Ansicht der Sattelschale.
• 13 ist eine Draufsicht auf die Sattelschale.
• 14 ist eine Detailansicht eines Schnitts quer zur Sattelschale im Bereich des Endes einer streifenförmigen Ausnehmung der Sattelschale.
• 15 ist eine Detailansicht eines Schnitts quer zu einer streifenförmigen Ausnehmung der Sattelschale.
• Bezugnehmend auf 16 bis 17 soll eine weitere Ausführungsform eines Sattels erläutert werden.
• 16 ist eine perspektivische Ansicht des Sattels und 17 eine perspektivische Ansicht der Sattelschale.
• Bezugnehmend auf 18 bis 20 soll eine weitere Ausführungsform eines Sattels näher erläutert werden, bei dem das Polster Polstereinsätze aus einem Formgedächtnis-Polymerschaum aufweist.

• 18 ist eine perspektivische Ansicht des Fahrradsattels.
• 19 ist eine perspektivische Ansicht der Sattelschale.
• 20 ist eine perspektivische Explosionsdarstellung des Sattels, bestehend aus Sattelschale, ersten Polster und Polstereinsätzen.

The object of the invention will in the following reference to an embodiment with reference to the drawings 1 to 16 be explained in more detail.

• 1 is a plan view of the top of an embodiment of a saddle shell according to the invention.
• 2 is a top view of the bottom of the in 1 illustrated saddle shell.
• 3 and 4 show in a perspective view on the underside of the saddle shell two different variants with different rear societies.
• 5 is a top view on the top and 6 a sectional view along the line AA the 5 ,
• 7 is a top view and 8th a sectional view along the line BB the 7 ,
• 9 and 10 show the finished bicycle saddle, the saddle shell previously shown is provided with a cover or pad.
• Referring to 11 to 16 a further embodiment of a bicycle saddle according to the invention will be explained in more detail.
• 11 is a perspective view.
• 12 is a perspective view of the saddle shell.
• 13 is a plan view of the saddle shell.
• 14 is a detailed view of a section transverse to the saddle shell in the region of the end of a strip-shaped recess of the saddle shell.
• 15 is a detailed view of a section transverse to a strip-shaped recess of the saddle shell.
• Referring to 16 to 17 another embodiment of a saddle will be explained.
• 16 is a perspective view of the saddle and 17 a perspective view of the saddle shell.
• Referring to 18 to 20 a further embodiment of a saddle is to be explained in more detail, in which the pad has cushion inserts made of a shape memory polymer foam.

• 18 is a perspective view of the bicycle saddle.
• 19 is a perspective view of the saddle shell.
• 20 is an exploded perspective view of the saddle, consisting of saddle shell, first cushion and upholstery inserts.

Detailed description of the drawings

1 shows a saddle shell according to the invention 1 in the plan view.

The saddle shell 1 includes a tapered saddle nose 2 that have a transition area 4 in a wider buttocks area 3 passes.

To the torsion ability of the saddle shell 1 To increase and at the same time to reduce longitudinal deflection includes the saddle shell 5 two mirror-symmetrically arranged recesses 5 which are different from the saddle nose 2 starting from the transition area 4 in the buttocks area 3 extend.

Through the recesses 5 is the saddle shell 2 partially divided into three parts, in a central bridge 6 , to which laterally two wings 21 adjoin.

Preferably, the recesses extend 5 through the entire thickness of the saddle shell 1 and thus form longitudinal cuts.

The recesses 5 are preferably formed strip-shaped and each have a width of 0.1 to 8 mm, more preferably from 0.5 to 5 mm.

The recesses 5 running in a central area, especially in the transition area 4 , apart and take here a wider distance, so that in the transition area 4 the center bar formed between the recesses 6 includes a widened section.

In particular, the recesses are in the middle region around the length b3 spaced apart, which preferably between 1.5 and 2.5 times the distance of the distance b1 the recesses corresponds, with which these in the saddle nose 2 spaced apart from each other.

In the buttocks area 3 the recesses run 5 again together, then in an arcuate section 8th to end.

The arcuate section 8th is preferably arranged such that it in each case around the Sitzhöckerbereich 7 of the cyclist.

In the arched section 8th become the recesses 5 preferably deflected such that the ends of the recesses run at an angle of at least 90 °, more preferably at least 110 ° to the longitudinal center line m.

The ends of the recesses 5 can be at the end of the arcuate section 8th include an angle α, which is preferably between 30 and 180 °, more preferably between 80 and 120 °.

In the Sitzhöckerbereich 7 so can the saddle shell 1 soft spring.

In the arched section 8th are the recesses 5 preferably by a distance b2 maximally spaced apart, which has a length of 40 to 70% of the maximum width b of the saddle shell 1 Has.

The saddle shell 1 preferably has a maximum width b between 13 and 19 cm and / or a length 1 between 20 and 30 cm.

The saddle shell 1 can through a centerline 10 be divided into a front and a rear area.

The recesses 5 preferably extend over a distance 11 in the saddle nose 2 which is 30 to 70%, preferably 40 to 60%, of the distance from the midline 10 to the front end of the saddle shell 1 (ie half the length of the saddle shell).

Furthermore, the recesses preferably extend 5 by one length 12 in the buttocks area 3 , The length 12 is preferably 50 to 80%, more preferably 60 to 70% of the distance from the centerline 10 to the rear end of the saddle shell 1 (ie half the length of the saddle shell).

Preferably, the central web extends 6 over the middle line 10 and takes at least 25% of the total length 1 the saddle shell 1 on.

The saddle shell has a circumferential web at the edge 9 up to which a saddle pad (not shown) may extend.

2 is a top view of the bottom of the in 1 illustrated saddle shell 1 ,

On the bottom, the saddle shell 1 a marginal bridge 13 have, which serves for example the application of a stringing.

The saddle nose 2 includes a front frame support 11 at which the rails (not shown) converge.

From the front frame holder 1 The rails run to the two rear frame shots 12a . 12b ,

Between front frame pickup 11 and the two rear frame shots 12a . 12b the recesses run 5 ,

The rear frame shots 12a . 12b are therefore arranged such that the arcuate portion 8th each around the Sitzhöckerbereich 7 can extend.

3 is a perspective view of the underside of a saddle shell 1 , The rear frame shots 12a . 12b are designed as so-called open shots, the edge in the saddle shell 1 go over and otherwise from the bottom of the saddle shell 1 are spaced.

As in 4 pictured, the rear frame mounts 12a . 12b but also be designed as a so-called closed frame recordings, which directly from the bottom of the saddle shell 1 out.

5 is a plan view of the saddle shell 1 and 6 a sectional view along the line AA the 5 ,

It can be seen that the saddle shell 1 arcuately curved.

At least in a central region, in particular in the transition region, in this embodiment, the central web 6 thicker than that through the recesses 5 from the central pier 6 separate adjacent area 15 the saddle shell 1 ,

In particular, the middle bridge 6 at least 1 . 2 , preferably at least 1 . 5 , sometimes as thick as the adjacent areas 15 ,

Alternatively or in combination, the middle bridge 6 be reinforced at least in the transition region by stiffening ribs (not shown).

In this embodiment, the saddle shell comprises 1 a marginal, gutter-shaped indentation 14 , to which the peripheral peripheral web 9 belongs.

8th is a sectional view taken along the line BB the 7 in which the saddle shell 1 is shown in a plan view.

The cut BB runs through the buttocks area of the saddle shell 1 ,

It can be seen that in this area the to the middle bar 6 adjacent area 16 the saddle shell is thicker than the adjacent area in the transition region of the saddle shell ( 15 in 6 ).

From the to the Mittelsteg 6 adjacent area 16 the wall thickness of the saddle shell tapers 1 until this is the circumferential jetty 9 reached.

Due to the arcuate sections 8th can the sitting area 7 the saddle shell 1 deflect.

9 and 10 show in a perspective as well as a side view of the bicycle saddle 17 ,

The saddle shell shown above 1 was with a foam pad and / or a cover 18 Provided.

The recesses are now by cover / upholstery 18 covered and not seen. The saddle 17 includes to protect the dam area a through the pad 18 formed, extending in the longitudinal direction groove-shaped depression 19 that leaks towards the saddle nose.

Between cover or upholstery 18 or under the saddle shell 1 For example, a water-impermeable layer (not shown) may be arranged to prevent water from passing through the recesses.

As in particular in the side view according to 10 to recognize the saddle 17 over with the saddle shell 1 connected rails 20 be attached to the seat post.

11 to 15 show a further embodiment of a bicycle saddle according to the invention.

11 shows the bicycle saddle 17 in a perspective view.

The bicycle saddle 17 includes in this embodiment, a groove-shaped recess 14 which extends from the saddle nose to over the buttocks area.

12 shows the saddle shell 1 of in 11 illustrated bicycle saddle.

The saddle shell 1 includes strip-shaped recesses 5 whose course is essentially related to 1 to 10 corresponds to recesses described.

The recesses 5 run in particular from the saddle nose starting parallel to each other to the buttocks area, where they end in an arcuate portion.

As a result, as described above, the saddle shell is partially divided into three segments.

13 is a plan view of the saddle shell 1 ,

It can be seen that, in contrast to that with reference to 1 to 10 illustrated embodiment, the strip-shaped recesses 15 in rounded expansions 22 end up.

The rounded expansions 22 are formed in the form of a circle segment in plan view and enlarge at least in regions relative to the in 1 to 10 illustrated embodiment, the edge radius at the end of the recesses.

Otherwise, the saddle shell 1 according to the description according to 1 to 10 be educated.

14 is a detailed view of a sectional view, wherein a section transverse to the saddle shell in the region of a rounded expansion 22 was carried out.

Here it can be seen that the rounded expansion is reinforced edge.

In this embodiment, the rounded expansion has a border 23 within, within which thicken the strength of the material of the saddle shell.

The conical border 23 is preferably arranged on top of the saddle shell.

Next it can be seen that the inner wall 24 the rounded expansion 22 widens upwards. The rounded expansion is thus conically formed on the inside, wherein the diameter tapers from the top to the bottom.

This provides the largest radius on the top of the saddle shell, where the material is exposed to greater loads.

15 shows a detail of a transverse to a strip-shaped recess 5 extending sectional view.

It can be seen that even away from the rounded expansion, which in 14 is shown, the strip-shaped recess is reinforced edge.

In this embodiment, the saddle shell has edges to the recess 5 an increase 25 on which in a transition area 26 returns to the regular height of the saddle shell.

The marginal increase 25 follows on both sides of the strip-shaped contour of the recess 5 ,

Referring to 16 to 17 another embodiment of a bicycle saddle according to the invention will be explained in more detail.

16 shows the bicycle saddle 17 in a perspective view.

The bicycle saddle includes a gutter-shaped indentation 14 which extends in this Ausfürungsbeispiel only over part of the saddle nose in the buttocks area, but expires after reaching the buttocks area.

17 is a perspective view of the saddle shell 1 of in 16 illustrated bicycle saddle.

The saddle shell 1 covers on the one hand in the transition area 4 a recess 27 for the genital area of the driver. The recess 27 has the contour of a kite in this embodiment.

Next is in the buttocks area 3 in a central area a recess 28 intended.

This can serve, for example, the weight savings.

The recess 28 is polygonal in this embodiment, in particular formed as a pentagon.

The saddle shell 1 further includes in the buttocks area 3 strip-shaped recesses 5 which the buttocks area 3 subdivide into segments, which are wing spring-like separately from each other.

Also in this embodiment, according to the reference to 11 to 15 illustrated embodiment, the end of the strip-shaped recesses 5 each as a rounded expansion 22 shown.

The design of the rounded widenings 22 corresponds in particular to the illustration according to 14 and 15 ,

A special feature is that to reduce the risk of cracking the strip-shaped recesses 5 at a front end a deflection 29 have, in which the strip-shaped recesses curve backwards in the direction to run to the rear.

Referring to 18 to 20 an embodiment will be explained, which relates to a further aspect of the invention.

18 shows in a perspective view of another embodiment of a bicycle saddle according to the invention 17 ,

This includes a cushion 18 with a channel-shaped indentation 14 which extends in this embodiment of the saddle nose to the buttocks area.

19 is a perspective view of the saddle shell 1 of in 18 illustrated bicycle saddle. It can be seen that the saddle shell 1 in contrast to the previously illustrated embodiments have no strip-shaped recesses.

But it is also conceivable for referring to 18 to 20 described bicycle saddle to use a saddle shell with strip-shaped recesses.

20 is an exploded perspective view of the components of the bicycle saddle.

On the saddle shell 1 is first a first cushion 30 applied from a foam.

The first upholstery 30 forms the gutter-shaped indentation 14 ,

In the buttocks area includes the first pad 30 two recesses lying transversely to the direction of travel 31 ,

The recesses 31 serve the introduction of two upholstered inserts 34 from a different material.

The recesses 31 be bordered by a wall 32a limited to a tub forms, which edge the respective cushioning insert 34 limited.

On the opposite side is through a central jetty 36 of the first pad 30 also a wall 32 educated.

Only forward are the recesses 31 open and end at the edge 33 , in this embodiment at the level of the bottom of the recess 31 lies. Below the edge 33 So is still another foam material of the first pad 30 available.

The in the recesses 31 used padding inserts 34 now have a front edge 35 , which forms the front of the saddle cushion.

The cushion inserts 34 consist of one opposite the first upholstery 30 softer shape memory polymer foam.

This causes the effect that the driver's ischial tuberosity on the one hand in the padding inserts 34 can sink. The other material of the cushion inserts 34 but extends to the front in the direction of travel, so that the movements when pedaling the pedals can be accommodated in an improved manner by the softer pad of the cushion inserts.

The invention could be provided in a simple way a saddle shell with improved comfort. At the same time, a bicycle saddle equipped with the saddle shell reduced the fatigue of the driver and increased his efficiency.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

saddle shell

2

saddle nose

3

buttock area

4

Transition area

5

recess

6

center web

7

Sit bones area

8th

arcuate section

9

circumferential bridge

10

center line

11

front frame support

12a, 12b

rear frame holder

13

web

14

gutter-shaped indentation

15

adjacent area

16

adjacent area

17

bicycle saddle

18

Cover / pad

19

gutter-shaped depression

20

Rail

21

wing

22

rounded expansion

23

border

24

inner wall

25

edge elevation

26

Transition area

27

Recess (genital area)

28

Recess (buttocks area)

29

redirection

30

first upholstery

31

recess

32a, 32b

wall

33

edge

34

upholstery use

35

edge

36

web

QUOTES INCLUDE IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Cited patent literature

• EP 2628668 B1 [0003]

Claims (22)

A bicycle saddle comprising a saddle shell, the saddle shell comprising a saddle nose merging into a wider buttock area in a transition region, characterized in that the saddle shell comprises two longitudinally extending recesses between which a central web is located extending from the saddle nose extends the transition area to the buttocks area. Bicycle saddle according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the recesses are strip-shaped and mirror-symmetrical. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the recesses divide in sections in the transition region. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the recesses have a curved end in the buttocks area. Bicycle saddle according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the arcuate end extends in each case around a Sitzhöckerbereich. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the recesses are open or are filled with a softer material, in particular a foam and / or an elastomer. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the central web is formed thicker at least in the transition region, as the laterally adjacent region of the saddle shell. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the saddle shell has arranged at the rear end of the buttocks area frame mounts. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the saddle shell is covered with a coating, wherein in particular a coating is arranged between the cover and saddle shell. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the saddle shell made of plastic, in particular on a thermoplastic. Bicycle saddle, in particular according to one of the preceding claims, comprising a saddle shell, wherein the saddle shell comprises a saddle nose, which merges in a transition region in a wider buttock area, characterized in that the saddle shell is divided into three in a central region between saddle nose and buttock region in the longitudinal direction. Bicycle saddle according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the tripartite region extends over at least 25%, preferably at least 30%, more preferably at least 50% and / or less than 80%, preferably less than 70% of the total length 1 of the saddle shell. Bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the central web has at least one, preferably at least two longitudinally extending stiffening ribs. Bicycle saddle, in particular according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the bicycle saddle has a saddle shell with at least one strip-shaped recess, characterized in that the strip-shaped recess terminates in at least one rounded widening. Bicycle saddle according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the rounded widening is formed in a plan view of a circle segment. Bicycle saddle according to one of the two preceding claims, characterized in that the rounded widening is reinforced at the edge, in particular has a conical border. Bicycle saddle according to one of the three preceding claims, characterized in that the rounded expansion has a conical inner wall. Bicycle saddle, in particular according to one of the preceding claims, comprising a saddle shell with at least one strip-shaped recess, characterized in that the strip-shaped recess is reinforced edge, in particular the saddle shell edge-side adjacent to the recess increases. Bicycle saddle, in particular according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the bicycle saddle comprises a saddle shell with a first pad, wherein the first pad in a buttock area of the bicycle saddle comprises two opposite recesses, in each of which a cushion insert is inserted, wherein the recesses forward are open, so that an edge of the cushion is formed by a respective padding in front. Bicycle saddle according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the first pad forms a web between the recesses. Bicycle saddle according to one of the two preceding claims, characterized in that the cushion inserts are made of a softer material and / or of a shape memory polymer foam. Saddle shell for a bicycle saddle according to one of the preceding claims.

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