Originally Posted by
ianjk
Was told this by an old-timer that has been biking for primary mode of transit for like 50 years.
He is overweight, pulls centuries like nobody's bidness, drinks beer like water, and occasionally takes the motorcycle (old 1970's race bike) on a 180mph spin.
If he told me the world was flat, I would believe it
Treat it, don't treat it, it's none of my business. But, why would you take such a risk with such an awesome saddle? I use Lexol to treat it, keeps her nice and soft. A $12 bottle will last a few years.
And I have some doubts about the butt sweat thing. It's more salty water than oil. Salt + Water + leather = Cracked and dry leather.
Mr. Wizard told this to me himself. Then he showed my how to make silly putty.