HIGH-PERFORMANCE BIKE SADDLES THAT EASE YOUR PAIN
ZETA SADDLES help you ride free from sit bone pain, numbness and chafing. If you are tired of dealing with saddle pain, try a ZETA SADDLE risk free for 30 days*.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE BIKE SADDLES THAT EASE YOUR PAIN
ZETA SADDLES help you ride free from sit bone pain, numbness and chafing. If you are tired of dealing with saddle pain, try a ZETA SADDLE risk free for 30 days*.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE BIKE SADDLES THAT EASE YOUR PAIN
ZETA SADDLES help you ride free from sit bone pain, numbness and chafing. If you are tired of dealing with saddle pain, try a ZETA SADDLE risk free for 30 days*.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE BIKE SADDLES THAT EASE YOUR PAIN
ZETA SADDLES help you ride free from sit bone pain, numbness and chafing. If you are tired of dealing with saddle pain, try a ZETA SADDLE risk free for 30 days*.
ZETA SADDLES ARE DESIGNED AROUND PROPRIETARY MULTI DENSITY REACTIVE PADDING™
Inventor And Lifelong Cyclist Dr. Patrick O’Shea Has Applied His Biomechanical And Anatomical Knowledge With The Physics Of Cycling And Plus Advanced Shock Absorbing Materials To Develop Unique Zeta Saddles. (Patent# 10,464,624_B2)
ROAD BIKES * MOUNTAIN BIKES * E-BIKES * SPIN BIKES * COMMUTERS
ZETA SADDLES Performed BEST over ALL top brands!
*Engineer run gebioMized Saddle Pressure Mapping Results:
ZETA SADDLES had LOWEST overall “Pubic area” contact pressure and LOWEST OVERALL saddle pressure numbers!
Zeta Saddles proprietary REACTIVE PADDING formula of advanced materials provide riders MAXIMUM COMFORT + SHOCK ABSORPTION.
Our unique patented designs are the new
Gold Standard in bike saddles!
Zeta Saddles VS other Top brands:
RED is bad!!!
Our Customers Say It Best!
"I'm loving my Zeta. I can hop on without padded bibs and cruise without soreness. I've had to adjust it a few times to get it perfect but did 32 miles a few days ago and wasn't sore after. The best. And the customer service is top top tier. I can't say enough good things about this company. So far it's great." Dustin Webb via email
Hi Patrick, I’ve had my new saddle now for a month and have several rides now with the saddle. After dialing in the seat angle all I can say is WOW. The saddle disappeared. What I mean by that is I wasn’t giving it any thought. My rides are 1-1/2 - 2 hours long and I usually dealt with so much pain that I could barely continue sitting by the end of the ride. Such an improvement. I’m riding a Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo that came with the best of everything. Everything except the saddle. Now I can fully enjoy both the bike and the ride. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Dale Stanton via email
Steffen Sommers, left the following 5 star review for the product Optima: Bigger Difference than Expected. This is a game changer, I switched to Zeta based on a recommendation and was shocked my how much more comfortable this seat is than anything else I've tried. No pain or soreness whatsoever.
New Zeta for an 8hr
I tried bought a Zeta because I have had a LOT of pain during long MTB efforts (particularly races over 35 miles).
I put it on for an 8 hr race last month and it helped significantly.
After doing shorter rides on another bike (not equipped with a Zeta saddle) I realized even more how much I liked it.
Looks like I will be buying a couple more for my other bikes. Reasonably priced and well worth the small weight penalty.
Steve Sommers
HOW ZETA'S REACTIVE PADDING™ CUSHIONS THE RIDER ANATOMY
Zeta Saddle's proprietary design and technology reduces pain for spin, MTB, road, gravel, and commuter cyclists.
No risk 30-day money back guarantee!
Excruciating...
Every now and then we get a customer who says exactly the right sentiment.
And helping customers is rewarding for us.
Thank you Ger.
TOP SELLERS
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2026 Destefano Cycling Wall Calendar - sponsored by Zeta Saddles
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Optima 155mm Bike Saddle
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Optima Carbon 145mm Bike Saddle
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Reactive Padding™
Saddle designers and engineers deploy shock absorbing materials to dissipate bump forces.
Entry level saddles often use a single layer of inexpensive foam or gels which are highly susceptible to “compression set,” allowing a rider's pelvic sit-bones to sink to the hard saddle base.
The result is hard contact pressure. In addition, higher frequency vibrations from uneven surfaces make there way up into the base of the saddle, ultimately creating continuous impact to the pelvic bones, spine and soft tissues. Zeta’s 7-piece dynamic padding composite structure absorbs the bumps and dissipates the forces while eliminating contact with the saddle's rigid base.
Like carbon bike frames, Zeta ‘lays-up’ different shapes, thicknesses and densities of proprietary elastomers in each saddle to optimize force dissipation. The dynamic forces a rider feels in the body are reduced, eliminating acute sit bone pain and reducing the fatigue experienced as you ride longer.
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FAQS
How does Reactive Padding™ work?
Zeta’s proprietary Reactive Padding™ is not susceptible to compression-set, whereas foam saddles are highly susceptible to this compression-set which makes them fail miserably at protecting and providing the much-desired comfort riders seek. (see Explainer Video)
What is the main difference between the different Zeta models?
Each of Zeta’s saddles is designed and made with the same high-quality elastomers for both high performance and incomparable comfort. There are only slight differences in weight due to the differing amounts of Reactive Padding™ used in each. (See detailed product descriptions).
How do I know which model makes the most sense for me?
Zeta offers three different models based primarily on your desired comfort level, then your bike type and riding style. Racing, serious fitness, or fun and recreational, we have the most comfortable and uniquely designed saddles for you!
Which model is the lightest?
Modus is our lightest, high-performance carbon racing saddle, offering greater comfort without sacrificing performance being in the lightweight range of the best carbon saddles.
Let customers speak for us
from 96 reviewsOutstanding!
As always, every page of the Destefano Cycling Calendar transports us to the most beautiful moments captured in the best light, in the most stunning places. Great thanks to Mr. Destefano for creating this calendar. We look forward to it every year.
Love the 2026 Destefano calendar!🤜🏻🤛🏻
I know, saddles are a subjective issue because everyone's bodies and needs are not the same, so I'll throw in my two cents.
I'm a 78 year old rider with a lot of saddle time (40 plus years) under my butt. I have purchased all makes of saddles over the years. Most have worked for a time, but as I age I started feeling uncomfortable cramping and pain in my sit bones, call it old age or whatever, but we all change over time. So when I saw the add for Zeta saddles I was of course skeptical. There was a Holloween special that was offered and the discount made it appealing to try an Optima Ti 145. After 60 miles of riding I must say I am more than pleasantly surprised. So far no cramping or pain . A lot of testing to do but I am optimistic that this saddle is the real deal. The padding under the sit bones is different than anything I have experienced. Cushy but not mushy or overly thick. I went ahead and purchased another. With a money back return policy, it's worth a try for sure.
Nice quality, good price point and after 5 rides approximately 100 miles I am happy to say that the comfort level exceeded my expectations thanks for putting a quality product on the Market.
Darin Viar
Chris Destefano’s Cycling calendars are absolutely a must have…for yourself, your friends, family, etc. He puts his heart and soul into his cycling photography through the year and then chooses his most beautiful, most epic images for the calendar. HIGHLY recommend this piece of art for your wall…we have all of his calendars and have really enjoyed them through the years!
Without a doubt, CD’s photography is a work of art! Each month’s photo is frame worthy! Not only have I ordered one for the past 5 years, but also ordered one for my LBS last year. And they’ve got it hanging in their newest shop up front on the wall right by the register!😉. These calendars make great Hanukkah and Christmas gifts too! They’ll be gone quickly, so I recommend ordering today! I’ve got 2 on the way again.
Thanks again, Chris, for capturing nature with an artists eye! Can’t wait for the new one!
You put this on your wall and you're guaranteed to look at it every time you walk by. Where is that? How did he get that shot? and I wish I could ride there are questions you will ask every time you see these EPIC pics.
This saddle takes the edge off of all variety of bumps and roughness.
Thanks again for the ultima and the baseball cap!! I just placed another order I’m on my 3rd one now!!
The ZETA optima resolved sitting issues. Comfortable! Used on a two day shakedown overnighter ride and then a 5 day bikepacking tour in Kentucky. All good for longer trips.
Very comfy saddle! Bought used but the saddle was in like-new condition! Great customer service and fast shipping
Didn't know it was coming - needed ateast a large, but received a S/M! Too bad, nice hat!
Riding on Zwift I find that I sit a lot more than I would on the road. This saddle actually made my long rides less painful, No numbness or soreness at any point
I’ve tried practically every brand of saddle (some more than once), even a couple 3D printed saddles. The Zeta Optima is by far the best fitting, and most comfortable saddle I've tried. Before the Zeta I could only manage 45-60 minutes pain-free; with the Zeta I’m still comfortable after 2+ hours of riding!
TESTIMONIALS
RISK FREE TRIAL
Try a Zeta Saddle for 30 days
Order your seat, set it up and give it a test ride. If it does not give you the pain-free ride we claim, return to us and we will refund your order.
REACTIVE PADDING™ INVENTOR AND ZETA FOUNDER DR. PATRICK O’SHEA
As a cyclist, I’ve long been aware of the issues with mass-produced bike saddles causing numbness, post-ride soreness, and damage to the perineal region. Being a Doctor of Chiropractic who specializes in soft tissue injuries and biomechanics, I treat hundreds of cyclists, mountain bikers, triathletes, and spin enthusiasts who suffer from the build-up of adhesive scar tissue, brought on by overuse and altered body mechanics.
One day while treating a cyclist for chronic pain in the sit bones, I explained how the inability of foam saddles to dampen and absorb forces into the body was one of the main contributors to progressive pain and damage in these areas.
I’ll never forget their reaction: “Why hasn’t anyone invented a bike saddle that prevents this?
”I realized in that moment that I’ve always understood the problem but had not considered taking on the challenge myself. And because of my expertise in biophysics and soft tissue injuries (mixed with my love for cycling) I was the perfect person to solve this universal problem once and for all.
It took a long time. But after years of research and hundreds of iterations, I succeeded in my mission to create Zeta’s 7-piece, proprietary Reactive Padding™.
All of our Zeta Saddle’s provide the ultimate level of comfort and safety without sacrificing performance or speed.
Our saddles remain ultra-light and are made of the highest quality while protecting you from the painful ground reaction forces that come with riding.
By ordering your Zeta Saddle now, you’re helping us in our mission to protect riders around the world from pain, soreness, and soft-tissue damage. Thank you for joining us!
-Dr. Patrick O'Shea, licensed Doctor of Chiropractic



