I have just learned that Saris is now shipping the PT SL. I talked with them and learned that the production problem was the result of (1) an unadvised change in o-rings by one of their Taiwan suppliers (Joytech); and (2) inadequate quality control. Their overall problem rate was about 10%, although that varied from dealer to dealer. They have made production and quality control changes and the Saris employees have been riding the new production units for a while now. They are highly confident of the quality of the new units. They have been shipping replacement units for warranty returns for a couple of weeks, and began shipping new orders 2 days ago. I have ordered an SL body and will post a ride report in a few weeks.
