Reupholster Saddle
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Reupholster Saddle
I've got an old saddle that came with my Fuji Touring bike (2005) that I would like to get reupholstered with same or similar material as came on it originally. The seat is still in good condition, but the covering is cracked and broken. I just want to put it on an old Diamondback that I use to knock around town with, as I have a Brooks B-17 on the touring bike. Anyone ever have that done? If so. any suggestions for an online business to contact? Thanks very much.
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I would check with someone who does auto upholstery. Also motorcycle seats are often done so might check there also. This must be a really comfortable saddle
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You might be better off with just a cover over it. I have bought several of these, I never trust water proof seat covers to be water proof so instead when it rains I put plastic bags over the saddle and put a lycra cover over that plastic bag to hold it in place.
Sunlite Lycra Bicycle Seat Cover, Racing/Mountain, Black
Since my usage is short term, I have no clue how long these would last.
Sunlite Lycra Bicycle Seat Cover, Racing/Mountain, Black
Since my usage is short term, I have no clue how long these would last.
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silly rabbit! ebay!
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring
buy it now: $3.99
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring | eBay
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring
buy it now: $3.99
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring | eBay
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silly rabbit! ebay!
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring
buy it now: $3.99
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring | eBay
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring
buy it now: $3.99
Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring | eBay
Though if it is just a random saddle for a knock around bike you could find a cheaper Fuji/Oval saddle or really something from anyone (WTB is a good one price wise and comfort wise)
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You can try a motorcycle upholsterer but it's likely to cost more than a new mass produced saddle or a NOS original.
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I used Leather ,, sheepskin chamois treated , is in the Auto care department of your big box Store.
then I used a Shoe Dye to change the color.
Check Your LBS, 'take offs' are under $20 .. they're new But removed and resold when a Bike Buyer wanted something else.
then I used a Shoe Dye to change the color.
Check Your LBS, 'take offs' are under $20 .. they're new But removed and resold when a Bike Buyer wanted something else.
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Broken in well, and has sentimental value as it has over 50,000 miles on it I hate to throw away an old friend that has been good to me.
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How is a leather covering treated. I think a lot of commercial ones have a plastic coating. Will wax work OK?
You also need a foam of the right consistency, which is quite hard, not spongey.
A local shoe mender or saddle-maker will probably have the heavy duty tools needed, but I might try this with my old Specialized saddle.
You also need a foam of the right consistency, which is quite hard, not spongey.
A local shoe mender or saddle-maker will probably have the heavy duty tools needed, but I might try this with my old Specialized saddle.