Selle Italia SLR 3D Elite Road Saddle - Black

Selle Italia SLR 3D Elite Road Saddle

The Selle Italia SLR 3D Elite is where cutting-edge 3D-printing technology meets the everyday demands of serious road riding. Built to perform across long miles and varied conditions, it delivers the kind of intelligent comfort and reliable durability that riders need when performance can't be a one-day affair.

Weighing just 172 grams in size S3 — a significant 28 grams lighter than its predecessor, the SLR Boost 3D TI316 — the SLR 3D Elite represents a meaningful step forward without moving into the ultra-premium price bracket. Lightweight tubular steel rails at Ø7mm provide a well-balanced combination of stiffness, shock compliance, and long-term resilience, making them an ideal choice for riders who want genuine performance credentials alongside day-to-day reliability.

At the heart of the saddle is Carbon DLS (Direct Light Synthesis) 3D-printed padding — the same technology found in Selle Italia's flagship models. Unlike conventional foam or gel, Carbon DLS builds the padding layer as a precise lattice structure, creating differentiated cushioning zones that vary in density and flex across the saddle's surface. The result is targeted support exactly where your body makes contact, with no unnecessary rigidity or dead spots.

The familiar SLR silhouette keeps the SLR 3D Elite grounded in proven road geometry — a profile shaped by years of use at every level of the sport, from amateur sportive riders to seasoned club racers. It's a shape that works, and one that requires no break-in period.

For riders who want 3D-printed comfort and meaningful weight savings without stepping all the way up to carbon rails, the SLR 3D Elite makes a compelling and well-considered case for itself.

Key Features

• Carbon DLS 3D-Printed Padding — Variable cushioning zones for targeted support and pressure relief
• Lightweight Tubular Steel Rails — Ø7mm for a performance-focused balance of stiffness and compliance
• 172g in S3 — 28g lighter than the previous SLR Boost 3D TI316
• Classic SLR Silhouette — A proven road profile with no break-in required
• Built for Everyday Performance — Durable enough for training, light enough to race

Specifications

Which Size Is Right for Me?

The SLR 3D Elite is available in two widths to match your sit bone measurement:

• S (130mm) — Suited to narrower sit bone widths and riders in a more aggressive, forward-leaning position
• L (145mm) — Suited to broader sit bone widths or those riding in a more upright, relaxed position

The Selle Italia SLR 3D Elite — 3D-printed technology, meaningful weight savings, and the reliability to back it up mile after mile.

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.