Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Tips for setting your saddle height 👉 youtu.be/IczxF4WImAU
Tips for setting your saddle angle 👉 youtu.be/e5uFyP8RYtQ
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Before you start, you’re going to need the following items;
*A measuring device with millimeter increments
*A piece of corrugated cardboard at least 15 x 30 cm
*And, a flat and firm surface to sit on
Taking your measurement is a breeze.
You just need to find a position that puts your weight through your sitbones so that when you sit on the cardboard, it leaves a clear impression.
Elevating your legs so that your knees are higher than your hips, and your thighs are at around 40 degrees should do the trick.
A wooden or concrete staircase works great for this because you can sit a few steps up, and bring your feet up to find the right position.
If you’re using a bench then just find a box or something similar to put your feet on.
I’d recommend making sure you’ve got the setup dialled before going straight for the cardboard - especially if you’ve only got one piece.
When you’re happy with the position, place the cardboard near the edge, and carefully sit on it ensuring your sitbones are making good contact.
For the best results, you want to stay seated for at least 30 seconds.
You can even rock side to side slightly to help push your sitbones into the cardboard.
When you stand back up, you should see two depressions left in the cardboard.
The goal is to measure between the centre points of each depression, and the easiest way to do that is to carefully mark the centrepoints before grabbing the measuring device.
The reading should be in millimeters, and will most likely be between 80mm and 165mm.
I like to repeat the process a few times to make sure I’m getting consistent results.
Once you’re happy with your measurement, you’re ready to start shopping.
Just hit the link in the description below and use our Fit Right saddle finder to help you decide which WTB saddle is most suited to your riding.
Try Fit Right Now 👉 wtb.com/pages/fit-right-system
Tips for setting your saddle height 👉 youtu.be/IczxF4WImAU
Tips for setting your saddle angle 👉 youtu.be/e5uFyP8RYtQ
Learn more about Fit Right 👉 youtu.be/FEXiMyOqclg
Before you start, you’re going to need the following items;
*A measuring device with millimeter increments
*A piece of corrugated cardboard at least 15 x 30 cm
*And, a flat and firm surface to sit on
Taking your measurement is a breeze.
You just need to find a position that puts your weight through your sitbones so that when you sit on the cardboard, it leaves a clear impression.
Elevating your legs so that your knees are higher than your hips, and your thighs are at around 40 degrees should do the trick.
A wooden or concrete staircase works great for this because you can sit a few steps up, and bring your feet up to find the right position.
If you’re using a bench then just find a box or something similar to put your feet on.
I’d recommend making sure you’ve got the setup dialled before going straight for the cardboard - especially if you’ve only got one piece.
When you’re happy with the position, place the cardboard near the edge, and carefully sit on it ensuring your sitbones are making good contact.
For the best results, you want to stay seated for at least 30 seconds.
You can even rock side to side slightly to help push your sitbones into the cardboard.
When you stand back up, you should see two depressions left in the cardboard.
The goal is to measure between the centre points of each depression, and the easiest way to do that is to carefully mark the centrepoints before grabbing the measuring device.
The reading should be in millimeters, and will most likely be between 80mm and 165mm.
I like to repeat the process a few times to make sure I’m getting consistent results.
Once you’re happy with your measurement, you’re ready to start shopping.
Just hit the link in the description below and use our Fit Right saddle finder to help you decide which WTB saddle is most suited to your riding.
