{"id":5838,"date":"2026-09-03T15:02:52","date_gmt":"2026-09-03T13:02:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingstuff.nl\/?post_type=product&#038;p=5838"},"modified":"2026-09-03T15:05:22","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T13:05:22","slug":"switchgrade-pro-blackout","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/cyclingstuff.nl\/en\/product\/switchgrade-pro-blackout\/","title":{"rendered":"SWITCHGRADE PRO BLACKOUT"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The\u00a0<strong>SwitchGrade Pro\u00a0<\/strong>features our top-level saddle positioning technology offering 2 to 8 positions separated by 5 degrees. Designed to make climbing easier, more comfortable, and less painful.<\/p>\n<p><strong>FEATURES<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Loc8<\/strong>\u2122<strong>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>provides 8 discrete saddle positions separated by 5 degrees.<\/li>\n<li>35 degrees of saddle tilt range.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Climb-it Control<\/strong>\u2122<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; user-defined<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>hard stops limit forward and rearward tilt, preventing over-rotation.<\/li>\n<li>Sleek, stylish and minimalist design.<\/li>\n<li>Narrow lever with chamfered blade enables fitment across a wider range of saddles.<\/li>\n<li>For use on mountain bikes, e-bikes, bike-packing, adventure, gravel, road bikes and more.<\/li>\n<li>Modular compatibility system enables use across a wide range of popular droppers and seatposts.<\/li>\n<li>Compatible with round and oval rails 7&#215;9 and 7&#215;10.\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/www.aenomalyconstructs.com\/collections\/spare-parts-hardware\/products\/switchgrade-2-0-oval-rail-clamps\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aenomalyconstructs.com\/collections\/spare-parts-hardware\/products\/switchgrade-2-0-oval-rail-clamps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Oval Rail Clamps sold separately<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Spring-loaded haptic lock for fast no-look changes.<\/li>\n<li>Compact lever prevents snagging on shorts, pants, or tow-bars.<\/li>\n<li>Machined grips add security.<\/li>\n<li>Low profile, low stack design.<\/li>\n<li>Fully rebuildable with basic tools.<\/li>\n<li>Made in Canada.<\/li>\n<li>US Patent. 12448072<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Machined from 7075-T6 and 6061-T6 aluminum.<\/li>\n<li>Dimensions: 92mm x 55mm x 40mm.<\/li>\n<li>Weight: 145g (excluding installation hardware).<\/li>\n<li>Additional stack height dependent on dropper post, average 10mm.<\/li>\n<li>SwitchGrade Pro measures 22mm from centre of the rail clamps to the top. Allow 5mm lever throw and 5mm saddle flex for a total recommended clearance of 32mm below the saddle body.<\/li>\n<li>Compatible with round and oval rails. **\u00a0<strong>OVAL RAIL CLAMPS SOLD SEPARATELY<\/strong>\u00a0**<\/li>\n<li>Product of Canada: manufactured in Whistler, individually hand-assembled, packaged, and shipped direct from Vancouver, BC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>BENEFITS<\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion__body rte\" data-collapsible-body=\"\">\n<div class=\"accordion__content\" data-collapsible-content=\"\">\n<p><strong>Climb easier<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Tilting your saddle nose down takes pressure off your legs and lets you pedal smoother uphill.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ride faster with more power<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; The right angle helps you push harder on the pedals without wasting energy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pedal comfortably<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Seat adjustment relieves pressure on sensitive areas, and reduces strain on hips, wrists, and knees.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pain-free riding\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Saddle tilt increases lumbar support and provides better lower back posture. No more hunching over and straining your back.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Breathe easier\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Dropping the nose down on climbs opens up your chest and lungs, making it easier to take in more air and keep your legs powered up.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Descend with more control\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Tilting back drops the saddle down 30mm for increased clearance, safely stowing the seat away from sensitive body parts while preventing clothing snags.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW<\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion__body rte\" data-collapsible-body=\"\">\n<div class=\"accordion__content\" data-collapsible-content=\"\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Space Requirements:\u00a0<\/strong>SwitchGrade Pro requires enough space under the saddle to function properly, and to allow saddle flex.\u00a0<strong>YOU MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 35mm\u00a0<\/strong>between the centre of the saddle rails to the underside of your saddle before you purchase.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Weight: 210 lbs \/ 95 kg.<\/strong>\u00a0Includes full rider weight inlcuding helmet, body armour, hydration, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Installation:\u00a0<\/strong>SwitchGrades come with everything needed for installation. Follow the Instruction Manual or have a certified technician assist with installation.\u00a0<strong>IMPORTANT: medium (blue) threadlocker, such as Loctite, must be used on ALL fasteners.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Setup and Operation:<\/strong>\u00a0&gt;&gt;&gt;\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/hRX9jUVeTCU\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/hRX9jUVeTCU\"><strong>Watch this video<\/strong><\/a>. &lt;&lt;&lt; The SwitchGrade PRO is a precision-made component and requires careful installation, setup, and operation for proper use. 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