Elton

I'm currently building up a touring bike for a fairly lengthy ride next summer. (accross Canada). I'm wondering what type of saddle I should be using. Right now, there is a Selle Italia leather road bike saddle on it. It's fairly thin, but has some cushion. Should I consider a wider/softer saddle for riding 6-8 hours a day?

Thanks,
Matt

goldener

Lots of people like to ride the brooks or other leather classic styled saddles, but if you saddle is comfortable, then use it!

jcm

The saddle is very important, and the best test it to ride yours at least 3 days in a row for about 125kms (60-80miles) each day. You'll soon find out if it is the one to take across Canada, for your "fairly lengthy" tour. Personally, I use Brooks.

cyclintom

There's a very good reason that touring bikes still use Brooks saddles particularly the B17.