Specialized is proud to present our 2001 women's products. We have designed bikes, shoes, helmets, gloves, and saddles for the enthusiast female cyclist. From talking with thousands of women through focus groups, event rides, the Specialized Cycling Summits, and women at Specialized, we believe we are offering a line of women's products that address the specific needs of female cyclists and delivers the performance that an enthusiast demands.Saddles Historically, women's saddles were designed with a short nose and a significantly wider at back. When we researched the rationale behind this, we could not find a logical reason....