p>The Silverado’s smooth, elongated shape enables riders to utilize more of the nose while climbing, while the square profile distributes more weight onto the sit bones. This saddle has 7mm x 9mm carbon rails and must be used with a top-down seatpost clamping system. Carbon rails offer the lightest weight option with extraordinary shock-absorbing characteristics. Found on all WTB saddles, the Love Channel has one very important task: protecting your body from unwanted pressure. The central depression provides soft-tissue relief without sacrificing the structural integrity of the saddle. DNA padding is a dense padding that dramatically reduces the weight of a saddle and is found on all high-end WTB saddles. DNA padding also features superior memory properties which conforms to your individual anatomy. The carbon composite shell provides a firm and supportive feel for unparalleled performance and efficiency. This saddle has Kevlar corners that are durable patches of material that protect the corners and sides of the saddle from rips and tears.