How high you set the saddle is very important in order to have the right balance between push and pull. A saddle that is too high does not allow the possibility of traction, while too low does not allow the muscles to unload all the power onto the pedals and, in the long run, can cause problems for the knees. Saddle height is usually measured from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the saddle. There are numerous methods for calculating saddle height, the most commonly used being the one that multiplies the height of the horse by the number 0.885. It is recommended to use a biomechanical study in order to have your own personal value.