Originally Posted by
Chicago Al
How timely this forum is. I'll have some bike-y issue come up, formulate a question about it, and find that the very subject is being discussed. (Of course I only have these questions because I started reading C&V in the first place!)
So I just picked up a Wright's saddle for $8. Have to look hard at those pics on CL sometimes. It seems to be in good shape, the leather all intact and smooth, but it is hard as a rock. I did a light Proofide treatment on top and bottom and let it sit in the hot sun after doing so. It looks prettier now but still seems just as hard. I have to admit I have not ridden it yet; maybe that would help, but I'm leery of entrusting my hiney to the equivalent of a 2x4 for two hours. Any thoughts?
I think you'll be fine. It's a hard leather saddle; it's supposed to be hard. It should be comfortable from the beginning. If it becomes more comfortable over time, it will be mostly from your getting accustomed to it; the saddle's shape may change a little over the years, which is fine, but not to be encouraged.
I'd love to pick up a rock-hard Wrights saddle for $8. They're great saddles.
Give it some time; if you don't like it, you can easily sell it again.