Originally Posted by
schonnk
Could anyone help me with recommendations for a saddle that is comfortable and doesn't shred my jeans? I take pride in riding my bike everyday through all sorts of east-coast weather. Hot summers, bitter cold winters. I like to wear jeans because I live in a city and usually I am riding my bike just to get somewhere. Whether it be work or going out to a bar. That being said, I don't like the idea of changing every time I get on and off my bike.
But recently, I've noticed a pattern in a tear developing in the seat of all of my jeans in the same exact spot. Just to the left of the right back pocket. I plan to improvise an inside patch to mend these weathered jeans, but in the long run, I want to swap out my saddle to prevent these things from happening again. Because my wallet is also experiencing some premature wear due to the short lifespan of my pants.
I ride a perforated leather saddle, and I think that the material of it is to blame. It is possible the profile can make contributions to the wear in my jeans too. Therefore, I am looking for a replacement saddle that doesn't share the same material as my current one and that is just as comfortable, as well as fitting my commuter needs.
Thanks!
i can't give you any long-term advice but i just switched to a Bontrager Montrose saddle that doesn't seem to "grip" my jeans.
Mostly, the saddle seems to have much less of a grip on my jeans than my old Selle Italia gel flow saddle did.
the saddle seems pretty tough so far with some very light padding. it's comfortable for me.
i hope that helps.