Thanks SurferRosa, that Fizik microtex is nice stuff! I have it on another bike and I like it a lot--- certainly gives a leather-ish look and feel with a lot less hassle. We'll see how the removal goes--- if the leather is still in decent shape when I get it off, I may try re-lacing just for the challenge.

Or I may get bored and decide to just go ride....!


Thanks all...