SwitchGrade - Blackout
The PERFECT Saddle Position. Every Time.
Tilt forward for easier & pain-free climbing. Tilt back for more clearance and control on descents.
- 3 ergonomic positions optimized for climbing, descending, and undulating terrain: -10 degree forward, 0 degree mid setting, 12 degree rear position.
- Haptic feedback provides positive engagement for fast no-look changes on the fly, no tools.
- >1 degree change in effective seat angle.
- 20mm adjustable effective reach.
- Machined from 7075 T6 and 6061 T6 aluminum.
- Dimensions: 10cm (L) x 5.5cm (W) x 4cm (H).
- Weight: 170g (actual net change approx. 100-120 grams because SwitchGrade replaces stock rail clamps which average 60-70 grams).
- Compatible with a wide range of market leading seatposts and saddles (saddles must have 7mm rails). See Compatibility Guide.
- Designed and tested on the North Shore. Made in Whistler, BC, Canada.
- Patent Pending.
WHICH VERSION DO YOU NEED? Go to the Compatibility Guide to find out.
"This device could be a game-changer for many bikes and riders of all types."
"I ride with multiple folks for whom this could be the best upgrade to their riding experience since the dropper post."
"One seat position isn't actually the optimum position most of the time… sometimes on the super steep climbs you've got to get your weight right over the front and at the same time keep some pressure on the saddle so I think this is a really cool idea."
"All body types will benefit from the improved ergonomics when climbing and feel less vulnerable with a seat in a friendly, positive angle while descending."
"Absolutely genius!"
Customer Reviews
Installation and set up are just as easy as installing a new seat. My first test of the SwitchGrade was a 7 day bike trip to Vancouver Island and it does exactly what they say it does. The forward title position makes long climbs wat more comfortable and it was nice to be able to get the back of the seat out of the way for the steeper descents.
Highly recommended if you do extended climbs to get to the good stuff!!
Sono molto soddisfatto del prodotto,tecnicamente ben fatto e curato nei minimi dettagli,molto utile nel suo funzionamento, consigliatissimo.
Quality and performance is absolutely perfect.
I have ordered one for my Santa Cruz Nomad and increased my climbing substantially in AZ. I loved it so much when I bought my canyon, I purchased one for that bike as well. It’s a great product with a fair price and outstanding support!!
The switchgrade is a great Product. I have found that it is most useful in up only and down only situations. These are somewhat few and far between in my area in the Pacific Northwest, where steep ups and downs are typical even on Downhill trails. What this translates to has similarities to early attempts at dropper seat posts that had mechanical actuation under the saddle. It is difficult to find enough composure on challenging trails to make use of the switch grade angle frequently. I could envision the switchgrade action being fundamental to future drop posts and marking a dramatic step forward in dropper technology. I recall Specialized was exploring this a while back.
