Distinct from other saddles, we don’t rely on sit bones, and a nose, to support the rider’s weight.
With advance in medical technology, we have greater understanding of how we are affected. A great deal of research has been conducted on the effects of cycling on riders, with a focus on the saddle, the weakest link in an otherwise healthful and joyful activity.
Any pressure on the perineum is too much, so remove the nose! Sure, but the support you remove, needs replacing.
Numerous studies link the use of traditional saddles with even long-term damage to areas involving the perineum, which were not evolved to take a human’s bodyweight, around 7x bodyweight riding over potholes, kerbs, speed bumps, etc.
Riders are now more aware of problems caused by saddles, negative health impacts that were simply tolerated, for so long.