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woodysroad 11-07-15 04:51 PM

Reupholster Saddle
 
I've got an old saddle that came with my Fuji Touring bike (2005) that I would like to get reupholstered with same or similar material as came on it originally. The seat is still in good condition, but the covering is cracked and broken. I just want to put it on an old Diamondback that I use to knock around town with, as I have a Brooks B-17 on the touring bike. Anyone ever have that done? If so. any suggestions for an online business to contact? Thanks very much.

stumpjumper2076 11-07-15 05:30 PM

I would check with someone who does auto upholstery. Also motorcycle seats are often done so might check there also. This must be a really comfortable saddle :)

Tourist in MSN 11-07-15 09:34 PM

You might be better off with just a cover over it. I have bought several of these, I never trust water proof seat covers to be water proof so instead when it rains I put plastic bags over the saddle and put a lycra cover over that plastic bag to hold it in place.

Sunlite Lycra Bicycle Seat Cover, Racing/Mountain, Black

Since my usage is short term, I have no clue how long these would last.

saddlesores 11-07-15 09:59 PM

silly rabbit! ebay!

Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring
buy it now: $3.99

Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring | eBay

veganbikes 11-08-15 12:49 AM


Originally Posted by saddlesores (Post 18302575)
silly rabbit! ebay!

Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring
buy it now: $3.99

Fuji Viscount Seat Saddle 1980s Off A Fuji Flair Seat Road MTB Touring | eBay

Different saddle OP's saddle would be a Fuji Road Sport Saddle since the bike is from 2005 but aside from that you made a useful comment. the Electronic Bay would be a good place to check. I would also get in touch with Fuji and see if they know who might have made the saddle (sometimes they use a different brand but put their name on it).

Though if it is just a random saddle for a knock around bike you could find a cheaper Fuji/Oval saddle or really something from anyone (WTB is a good one price wise and comfort wise)

Bezalel 11-08-15 01:07 AM

You can try a motorcycle upholsterer but it's likely to cost more than a new mass produced saddle or a NOS original.

fietsbob 11-08-15 10:09 AM

I used Leather ,, sheepskin chamois treated , is in the Auto care department of your big box Store.

then I used a Shoe Dye to change the color.

Check Your LBS, 'take offs' are under $20 .. they're new But removed and resold when a Bike Buyer wanted something else.

woodysroad 11-30-15 07:11 PM


Originally Posted by stumpjumper2076 (Post 18302149)
I would check with someone who does auto upholstery. Also motorcycle seats are often done so might check there also. This must be a really comfortable saddle :)

Broken in well, and has sentimental value as it has over 50,000 miles on it :) I hate to throw away an old friend that has been good to me.

rex615 11-30-15 08:48 PM


Originally Posted by woodysroad (Post 18355888)
Broken in well, and has sentimental value as it has over 50,000 miles on it :) I hate to throw away an old friend that has been good to me.

You might find this thread interesting, Great restorations with pics.

Aubergine 11-30-15 10:44 PM

This link will explain exactly what you need to do.

Recovering Bike Saddle

MichaelW 12-01-15 07:33 AM

How is a leather covering treated. I think a lot of commercial ones have a plastic coating. Will wax work OK?

You also need a foam of the right consistency, which is quite hard, not spongey.
A local shoe mender or saddle-maker will probably have the heavy duty tools needed, but I might try this with my old Specialized saddle.


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