Originally Posted by
gauvins
Soaked after a night-long rain followed by a day-long ride. Once is enough to alter the shape, 3-four times and the saddle gets uncomfortable. WRT Selle Anatomica (by far the most comfortable saddle I've owned), they are known to stretch over time. I could probably get one more season but would rather start a long tour with a fresh saddle.
I am still undecided. I plan a cross country ride on Cambium + Patagonia's Nether bike liner (which doesn't feel like a diaper and can be worn during dinner in town). I am also considering purchasing a new Selle Anatomica skin. Will eventually update.
Gotcha. Yeah, Selle Anatomica saddles don't hold up as well as the Brooks, but they are definitely a very comfortable saddle. My B17 has been soaked many times over the years but it still good. I do keep it treated with Proofide, when I remember it, and I do carry a cover. If it is parked outside and I believe it may rain, I cover it. I have a good Brookes cover, and a simple shower cap. If it begins to rain while I am riding, and it looks like it will be a fairly heavy rain, I will quickly throw the shower cap over it. I don't obsess over it though.