back in september, i picked up a pair of these:



THREE MONTHS LATER, this is happening:



i ride brakeless, so i'm considerably concerned about it and don't want to let it get worse if i have to. first of all, am i wrong to worry about these? the rivets seem like they're in ok shape, but i'd rather not chance it and have them split or something in a hectic situation.

so if i do, in fact, decide to replace them, i'm torn on what to replace 'em with.

i like the feel of laminated straps, but i'd also like to try doubles. the price is right for the somas, but on the other extreme, toshis are some serious $$$. is there any happy medium?

i'd be happy with some nice single straps if they were laminated and reliable... the toshi singles looked like they might fit the bill until i noticed they're going for $60 in most places... what gives? i think i remember seeing a thread where eddibrannan said he got a pair for $40... someone want to make a suggestion?