This seat replaced a previous Selle Royal seat that came stock on my bike. This seat has 2x the cushion of the old seat and is so much more comfortable! The perineal groove has eliminated the pain I would get in my tailbone after riding. I can't tell if the airflow system is helping at all, but it looks neat and the mesh seems securely attached. Either way, I appreciate the attempt at breathability. The seat material seems to be a faux leather type.