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...I have a couple of their older model leather saddles, with no cut out. Like all suspension design leather saddles, they tend to stretch as they break in. Unfortunately, in my case this makes them less comfortable. I have laced this one to restore some stiffness, but honestly I think I'm not going to buy any more of these. I guess their current designs are different materials and construction. I have no advice, in this case, other than you could try punching and lacing before you throw them away.