The iconic Fizik Arione saddle has been relaunched with a modern evolution of its legendary design.
The Arione earned cult status in the peloton at the time of its launch in 2003. Its 300mm length was on the absolute limit of what was permitted by the UCI’s measuring jig, and it was this groundbreaking size that made it a firm favourite in the pro peloton and trusted enough that plenty of pros stuck with it for life.
This iconic design is now reimagined with contemporary materials and advanced construction methods, while retaining what made the original so good; Flexibility of position, however you like to ride. It’s the comeback of a classic, made for the modern road.
Reinvented Rails & Water Bottle Mount
Once again, Arione pushes the UCI rules to the limit. Arione is equipped with a new revolutionary rail insertion that unlocks a more aero/aggressive position than its competitors. Instead of the rails curving back to meet the shell, thus creating limits to the adjustment, the new Arione has a vertical join to the saddle, which allows the user to move it as far forward as possible. This allows the saddle to be set to achieve the ideal position to beat the wind.
Arione also borrows the ‘link’ platform from the Aeris saddle family. This allows mounting a triathlon style rear bottle cage to the saddle. Fizik has more options for this mounting point in the future to offer alternative on-bike storage in the future.
Five New Models
The new Arione comes in 5 new models, all a variation of the same core shape and style for different use cases and price points. The varying models are detailed below:
Arione R1 Adaptive
The Arione R1 Adaptive brings together the flat profile and streamlined shape of the Arione with the tailored zonal comfort of our Fizik’s 3D-printed Adaptive padding. The R1 Adaptive provides balanced support from nose to tail, for riders who prioritise complete freedom of movement and aerodynamic body positioning. Finished with a carbon-reinforced nylon shell and a weight-saving carbon rail.
 The specific 3D-printed padding features five distinctive functional zones, delivering a responsive, race-ready feeling to better connect rider and bike. Fizik have designed padding that incorporates a softer central functional zone, instead of a traditional cut-out, to distribute a rider’s weight more evenly for better pressure relief and improved comfort on longer rides. Each functional zones is engineered for a distinctive cushioning and mechanical response, joined together progressively and seamlessly in the same padding. This has led to a 60% reduction in peak pressure through improved weight distribution for increased comfort across the entire saddle surface.
No matter if you’re attacking a climb or holding the tempo on flat terrain, this saddle is designed to support you. Moving fore and aft has been made easier by a flatter, slightly extended nose that acts as an optimal base from which to produce power.
 The evolution of digital 3D printing has allowed us to develop a new type of saddle without the constraints or limitations imposed by traditional production methods and materials. The Adaptive saddle padding is crafted by Carbon® using their revolutionary Digital Light Synthesis™ technology. DLS is an additive manufacturing process that uses digital ultraviolet light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to produce parts with excellent mechanical properties, resolution, and surface finish.
Arione R1 Light
Arione R1 Light joins the wider R1 light range launched earlier this year by fizik. In this configuration, Arione R1 Light combines low-profile injected EVA padding with a ride-compliant shell and a highly stiff carbon rail. Engineered for low weight and high-performance riding, R1 Light architecture combines a carbon-reinforced nylon shell with ultra-stiff carbon rails for a responsive, lightweight platform. Raw EVA padding delivers low-profile, reactive cushioning that maintains comfort and support without sacrificing the ergonomic shape or increasing thickness. The result? The bare essentials: a minimal carbon structure with a bare EVA foam layer. A saddle that reduces weight without compromise – ideal for long, fast days on the saddle.
 In this configuration, Arione features an ergonomic cut-out, developed using detailed pressure analysis and input from medical experts, that helps to relieve pressure and facilitate blood flow. The saddle’s surface features a grippy texture that ensures a no-slip hold, minimizing unwanted movement that could compromise performance.
 Arione R3
The Arione R3 makes use of the same iconic shape as the above models, but combines a compliant carbon-reinforced nylon shell with lightweight, durable Kium hollow rails.
Like the R1 Light model, the R3 features an ergonomic cut-out, developed using detailed pressure analysis and input from medical experts, that helps to relieve pressure and facilitate blood flow. The padding on the R3 is made from fizik’s proprietary Type 1 foam: a low-profile, reactive formulation that delivers springy support for an instant response and optimal power transfer with every pedal stroke.
Arione R3 AdaptiveÂ
Arione R3 Adaptive brings together the same flat profile and streamlined shape of the R3 detailed above with the tailored zonal comfort of 3D-printed Adaptive padding. Arione Adaptive provides balanced support from nose to tail, for riders who prioritise complete freedom of movement and aerodynamic body positioning. This mode is finished with a carbon-reinforced nylon shell and lightweight, durable hollow Kium alloy rail.
Arione R5
Built with low-profile Type-1 foam padding, Arione R5 provides lasting support across all rides. It uses the same shape profile as the above models while making use of a carbon-reinforced nylon shell to save weight and an ultra-durable S-Alloy rail. Additionally, the padding is made from fizik’s proprietary Type 1 foam: a low-profile, reactive formulation that delivers springy support for an instant response and optimal power transfer with every pedal stroke.
Detailed Specs and Pricing
| MODEL | SPEC | PADDING | PRICE € | PRICE $ | PRICE £ |
| Vento Arione R1 Adaptive – 135mm | R1 | Adaptive | 299,00 € | $329,99 | £299,99 |
| Vento Arione R1 Adaptive – 145mm | R1 | Adaptive | 299,00 € | $329,99 | £299,99 |
| Vento Arione R3 Adaptive – 135mm | R3 | Adaptive | 259,00 € | $289,99 | £259,99 |
| Vento Arione R3 Adaptive – 145mm | R3 | Adaptive | 259,00 € | $289,99 | £259,99 |
| Vento Arione R1 Light – 135mm | R1 | EVA | 199,00 € | $229,99 | £199,99 |
| Vento Arione R1 Light – 145mm | R1 | EVA | 199,00 € | $229,99 | £199,99 |
| Vento Arione R3 – 135mm | R3 | PU Foam | 149,00 € | $174,99 | £149,99 |
| Vento Arione R3 – 145mm | R3 | PU Foam | 149,00 € | $174,99 | £149,99 |
| Vento Arione R5 – 135mm | R5 | PU Foam | 99,00 € | $119,99 | £99,99 |
| Vento Arione R5 – 145mm | R5 | PU Foam | 99,00 € | $119,99 | £99,99 |
| Fizik Aeris Link | 15,00 € | #N/A | £14,99 |
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