Limited Availability Carbon Saddle

As with all Alpitude special editions, the Gardena Giro 2026 is produced in extremely limited numbers due to the complexity of the handcrafted carbon process. Orders are therefore advised and we expect one month production time.

Availability in Australia will remain exceptionally limited.

Is this the most handsome saddle on the market?

The Alpitude Gardena Giro 2026 is a celebration of everything that makes Italian cycling special: craftsmanship, performance, beauty and obsession with detail.

Handcrafted one by one in Italy, this limited-edition saddle pays tribute to the colours, passion and heritage of the Giro d'Italia while delivering the extraordinary performance expected from one of cycling's most respected boutique component manufacturers.

Constructed entirely from premium high-grade carbon fibre, the Gardena is remarkably lightweight, with weights ranging from approximately 69–76 grams depending on saddle width. Every saddle is individually produced using Alpitude's meticulous carbon layup process, creating a component that feels as much at home in a collector's display as it does on a dream bike build.

Yet the Gardena is far more than a showpiece.

Its signature short-fit design measures 245mm in length and incorporates a generous central pressure-relief cutout designed to reduce perineal pressure and support comfort during long rides. The ergonomic profile encourages a stable riding position while allowing efficient power transfer whether you're climbing alpine roads, attacking rolling terrain or settling into a long day in the saddle.

For Australian riders, the Gardena feels perfectly suited to the roads we love most. Lightweight enough for ambitious climbing builds, refined enough for custom Italian road bikes, and distinctive enough to transform the appearance of any machine it touches.

The exposed carbon construction, Giro-inspired graphics and handcrafted finish make this one of the most distinctive carbon saddles currently available. It is a component chosen not simply because it saves weight, but because it expresses a rider's appreciation for exceptional design and authentic Italian craftsmanship.

Like all Alpitude special editions, production is extremely limited. Once sold through, future availability cannot be guaranteed.

Whether you are chasing personal bests on your favourite climb or completing a dream custom build, the Gardena Giro 2026 brings a small piece of Italy to every ride.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Handmade in Italy
• Full carbon fibre construction
• Short-fit ergonomic design
• Length: 245mm
• Widths available: 128mm / 140mm / 150mm
• Weight: approximately 69–76g (depending on width)
• Extra-wide central pressure-relief cutout
• 7x9mm oval carbon rails
• Maximum rider weight: 85kg
• Limited Edition Giro 2026 finish