Originally Posted by Machka

The reason why mine broke in quite suddenly at 800 kms was because of a situation somewhat similar to that. But I don't talk about it much here because anytime I've mentioned what worked for me, there are a million posts telling everyone never to do what I did. <<shrug>> Mine broke in at 800 kms and I've put approx. 30,000 kms on it in total ... and it's still the most comfortable saddle I've ever owned. Obviously getting mine wet didn't destroy it.