Honestly had one of my better rides after installing this piece of hardware: the long grind climb was more comfortable, I was able to clean the techy climbs more easily, and my saddle was noticeably more out of the way on descents. I thought I was just getting another piece of bike bling, but I was telling everyone on the trail to get one of these.
Absolutely 5 stars for climbing comfort; my lower back is so much better. At 64 with a bad back (L4-L5) . The climbing angle forward is awesome. For descent however, I find the tilt back too pronounced, it may be ok for super steep descent, but for the most part I find it to much.
Turn your park bike into a DJ instantly. Seriously tilt it back and go BMX mode over the big jumps and then when you get to the bottom switch back to MTB mode for the very comfortable ride back up the hill. Truly a well engineered product worth every penny.
One of my favourite places to ride involves a lengthy fireroad back up the top of the hill. I don’t enjoy the climb. I usually get 3 or 4 laps in before I’m done. It just becomes too uncomfortable to enjoy any more, purely because of the climb. The Switchgrade has taken that discomfort out of the equation. Tipped forwards, that pressure on the soft tissue areas is greatly reduced. I’ve not needed the tipped back option yet but feel it will come in useful at some point. The actual quality of the product is truly impressive. Well engineered and fabricated. Straight forward installation and feels very robust in its usage. Takes a little getting used to but soon becomes second nature. Nice piece of kit. 🤓👍
The first time using this is up there with the first time I used a dropper post! The power I could put down on the climbs made me feel like I was on an e-bike. Nothing but respect and admiration for the team behind this. As others mentioned the craftsmanship is very evident and certainly a case of you get what you pay for. Will be singing its praises and benefits to other riders and putting an order in now for my second bike.
I recently mulletized my bike and increased the fork travel. I love the result, but as expected, the ride feel when climbing was worse. Felt like I was slipping off the back of the seat when climbing steeply. Just added the Switchgrade 2.0 and with the saddle tilt control my bike feels better when climbing than it did before the mods. Feels like my power goes straight into the slope. Has been a great upgrade.
Installation was quick and easy with all the needed parts in the kit.
Seems gadgety but then my spouse got one and raved about it. So I got one and also love it! It does what it says it'll do and it's solid. I worried about movement, squeaks and none of that is found here. Crotch numbness be gone on long uphill slogs!
This is one upgrade that’s worth the money and makes an immediate difference in your riding. I’ve got a larger enduro bike with geometry that’s better suited for descending, and this component helps in the climbing department. Climbing position changes your body position and mechanics to improve leverage when pedaling, putting your body forward back on top of your pedals / same effect as standing up when climbing steep inclines, but you’re still seated! Kicks back for long descents. Construction is rock solid, no jiggling.
I didn't think I needed the switchgrade until i installed it on my Specialized Epic Evo. It makes climbing easier as I don't exert as much energy when climbing and it's more comfortable. Installation was a breeze but make sure to use loctite as my rear bolt loosened without it and also be mindful that your saddle height will be higher. The craftsmanship on the switchgrade is superb and I love the click noise whenever making the switch. I highly recommend this and wish I could have gotten it sooner!
I was very sceptical on purching this item but I've always had a sore back/butt during long days in the saddle, so far this has eliminated that pain and I find myself with more traction on techy climbs! I feel as though I am putting in more power too! And it looks so good too!
After receiving my order, I assembled my device. It went together very easily. It's exactly what I expected. It's really good work. The piece is magnificent, beautiful work.
Thank you very much.
This is a great upgrade for your bike. Climbing is more comfortable and when descending, you can get the seat out of the way. Love it.
great attention to customer satisfaction!
thx
The Switchgrade is well engineered with great online install instructions. The locking mechanism is smooth in operation. I look forward to more saddle time as the weather warms up.
Absolutely amazing, helps on the climb so much and has practically eliminated back pain while riding, while allowing a downhill-like seat setup for the descent. Recommend for everyone. Super worth it
I’ve always struggled with numbness and discomfort on long climbs. I’ve tried a number of seats and while they helped a bit, the drop seat angle helps the most of anything I’ve tried. It moved the pressure back a bit which is great. Wish I would have pulled the trigger earlier.
