Selle Italia SLR Carbon Open Road Saddle - Black

Selle Italia SLR Carbon Open Road Saddle — Black

The Selle Italia SLR Carbon Open is the latest evolution of one of road cycling's most iconic saddle designs. Reimagined from the ground up with a refined silhouette, it stays true to the legendary SLR fit that has carried riders to victories at the highest levels of the sport — while pushing the boundaries of what a road saddle can weigh and deliver.

At just 118 grams in S3, the SLR Carbon Open is one of the lightest performance road saddles available. A redesigned carbon rail lay-up technique produces rails that are simultaneously thinner, stiffer, and better at absorbing road vibration — a combination that translates directly into a more responsive, more comfortable ride over long distances and challenging terrain.

The saddle's carbon-reinforced nylon composite shell provides an exceptionally rigid platform that transfers power efficiently on every pedal stroke, while keeping overall weight to an absolute minimum. Where many saddles rely on bulk padding to compensate for a flexy base, the SLR Carbon Open works the other way — a stiff shell does the structural work, allowing handmade, minimalist padding to be applied precisely where contact and comfort matter most.

Central to the design is the Superflow central cut-out, which relieves pressure in the perineal area during extended efforts — particularly valuable when you're riding hard in an aggressive position or pushing deep into a long ride. The neutral anatomical shape makes this saddle genuinely versatile, sitting naturally for both dynamic riders in a low, forward position and those who prefer a more upright, static fit.

The SLR Carbon Open isn't just a saddle — it's a precision component designed for riders who refuse to choose between speed and comfort.

Key Features

• Superflow Central Cut-Out — Reduces perineal pressure for greater comfort in aggressive riding positions
• Advanced Carbon Rail Lay-Up — Thinner, stiffer rails with improved road vibration damping
• Carbon-Reinforced Nylon Shell — A lightweight, durable platform that maximises power transfer
• Handmade Minimalist Padding — Applied only where needed for targeted support without unnecessary weight
• Neutral Anatomical Shape — Suits both dynamic (aggressive) and static (upright) riders
• 118g in S3 — Elite-level weight for a race-ready road saddle

Specifications

Which Size Should I Choose?

The SLR Carbon Open is available in two widths to match your sit bone measurement and riding style:

• S3 (130mm) — Narrower fit, ideal for riders with a smaller sit bone width or those in a more aggressive, forward-leaning position
• L3 (145mm) — Wider fit, suited to riders with a broader sit bone width or a more relaxed riding position

The Selle Italia SLR Carbon Open is the road saddle for riders who take performance seriously — engineered light, refined for comfort, and built to last.

DELIVERY

Delivery to mainland UK addresses are free for orders over £40. Except when you choose delivery to a third party (Click and Collect) there is a charge of £5.95 to cover some of the additional cost the couriers charge for this service. If you choose to collect from Fawkes warehouse there is no shipping charge.

There will an additional charge for deliveries to Highlands and Islands. 

RETURNS TO FAWKES

Whether it’s a jersey that doesn’t fit, or the colour is not quite right, sometimes you’ll need to return items to us.

If an item is 'as new' and has not been used or fitted in any way, you can return it to us by post within 90 days of delivery for a refund. Please ensure that the goods are returned in their original packaging and are in an unused condition.

Please click HERE to print and then complete the returns form and include it inside your parcel.

If you wish you can use our Royal Mail Returns service please follow the instructions on the link below to return your parcel to us.

Royal Mail Returns Service

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping.

Customers need to pay the cost of return delivery unless the item is faulty and this will be deducted from your refund, currently £3.95.

If your have a large item e.g. Child seat, Bike, trailer etc. please contact our customer service team at Guy@fawkes-cycles.co.uk to arrange the best way to return your item, the cost will be deducted from your refund.

You will not receive a refund for the retail value of any free or promotional items you are sent, and you will be charged if they are not returned.

UNWANTED ITEMS

If you change your mind on your purchase, you have a full 90 days to return it for a refund. All Goods must be unused, in a saleable condition and in their original packaging with all labels still attached.

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping.

There are some exclusions to our 90 day returns policy, which are detailed below:

Nutritional products or those with a best before date must be returned within 28 days*

Any customised items such as wheel builds cannot be returned*

GPS systems such as sports watches or cycle computers can only be returned if unregistered*

For hygiene reasons, any intimate garments such as facemasks, underwear and swimsuits can only be returned if the items are faulty.

*Unless faulty

If you wish to return your item for a refund, please follow the returns procedure above.

We try our best to process all refunds within 14 working days. We'll refund your item via your original payment method.

You will not receive a refund for the retail value of any free items you are sent, and Fawkes may charge you for this item if you fail to return it

FAULTY ITEMS

If you feel that your purchase has developed a fault, then please contact us with photographs of the issue before returning any goods - we may be able to solve your problem without you incurring any further inconvenience.

If you find a fault with your item, send it back to us and we'll take a look at it as soon as we can. Items sent back to us will undergo an inspection and it may be necessary to send the item away to the manufacturer to confirm the fault. If we confirm a manufacturing fault, we'll happily replace or refund it.

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping. 

Faulty items should be returned within a reasonable time and in a clean and dry condition. PLEASE NOTE, WE WILL NOT PROCESS DIRTY ITEMS.

Please enclose all your details and a covering note explaining the fault and any other useful details.

We'll try to get back to you within 14 working days of receipt of your parcel, although during busy periods this may take slightly longer.

Your statutory rights are not affected.

We reserve the right to recharge return carriage on items where no fault is identified.

Customer Service Email: Guy@Fawkes-Cycles.co.uk

Please contact us for our Payment & Security policy.