ISM PL Series Noseless Bike Saddle - Split Nose Comfortable Bicycle Seat for Road, Mountain & Gravel Bikes - Ergonomic Unisex Design for Blood Flow & Pressure Relief - Perfect for Long Distance Cycling, Commuting & Triathlon Training

Okay, gave it a 5 star rating but if I could it would be 4.5 total. This is a saddle more than likely not for every cyclist for sure. Different design and setup as well as how it rides. I went from a Selle Italia Max and looked at many options. The ISM is a unique beast for sure and you have to pay careful attention to their setup instructions. I mounted my saddle to a EC90 carbon seat post (non-setback). It needs to set back further than a traditional saddle so you personally may also have to purchase a set back seat post if you run out of adjustment room. The main thing you will see is the front (nose) will not be visible while you are seated in a normal riding posture/position. You will also never really sit back far enough to be on the back edge of the saddle either. It just takes a few miles and testing to setup properly then your sit bones have to get use to the new dynamics. As to firmness, the 30 is firm, more firm than my Selle. I also put the very slight downward angle on the nose as suggested by ISM of maybe 1-2 degrees. But really one should start from a perfectly level saddle position to start the setup feel. The result for me to date has been a great feeling ride and mounting and dismounting from a seated riding position is seamless. I was worried the open nose would catch my bibs from a standing back to seated but not one bit. The saddle new is rather slick and you slide a bit until it gets a bit worn I suspect. Overall, if you just need a fine upgraded saddle you may want to consider this funny looking saddle. These are also designed for posture related issues too and may eliminate back issues you experience after long ride days. Like I said, probably not for everyone, but worth a look.