The saddle weight of only 14 lbs. just about sums it up. The flaps on this saddle are lightly padded to provide the rider’s legs as much comfort as possible. The seat is solid and well padded. The seat has 3 channels, 2 to relieve pressure on your cheek bones and one for the center seam on your pants. The channels help to increase air flow to keep the rider dry and comfortable on warm days.This saddle was designed with “100 milers” in mind. If you ride shorter distances, just think of how comfortable you’ll be in this saddle!