 Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 40
Greenhorn
|
OP
Greenhorn
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 40 |
I've been fortunate to get a fair amount of riding in - even in the summer which isn't summer that we've been suffering in upstate NY. After 2-3 hours in the saddle my posterior craves a more comfortable relationship w/ the seat. It's not the firmness of the foam or shape of the saddle --- more like it's too hot on the leather. All right, I'll say it --- I'm sweating & it's ****** uncomfortable. Any suggestions as to what's the best cover w/out breaking the bank from any seat comfort gurus out there?
When the going gets weird the weird turn pro... HST
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 6,060 Likes: 6
Worn Saddle
|
|
Worn Saddle
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 6,060 Likes: 6 |
The other fella's like to make fun of me, but the simplist thing works for me. Cut the legs off a pair of sweat pants, shorts in other words, and wear them over your underwear and under your pants. They provide just a little padding, and wick up the moisture from your posterier. Try it just once, and you'll see.
Fidelis et Fortis
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1
Worn Saddle
|
|
Worn Saddle
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1 |
That's a clever idea. I've been using one of those Alaska Sheepskin butt pads which does have a great anti-heat effect but it also has the unfortunate side effect of gluing my butt into one position. Who'd-a-thunk you can't slide around on one of those?
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 432
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 432 |
On long rides, the wife and I wear Under Armour which can be bought at most sporting stores. They work very well.
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 10,721 Likes: 5
Should be Riding
|
Should be Riding
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 10,721 Likes: 5 |
Quote:
That's a clever idea. I've been using one of those Alaska Sheepskin butt pads which does have a great anti-heat effect but it also has the unfortunate side effect of gluing my butt into one position. Who'd-a-thunk you can't slide around on one of those?
I don't have the stuck butt problem like Ed does, I think it works rather well
Always remember to be yourself. Unless you suck. Then pretend to be someone else.
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 40
Greenhorn
|
|
OP
Greenhorn
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 40 |
Thanks all - I'm going sheepskin - looks to be the next step. I'd rather put something on the bike and not on myself!
When the going gets weird the weird turn pro... HST
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 128
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 128 |
Got an Ikea store nearby? I bought a genuine sheepskin rug from Ikea for $20 and it covers both the rider and pillion seat.  I also have the Alaskan Leather sheepskin but it cost me $50.
- I love the rain the most when it stops.
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 298
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 298 |
I don't doubt the comfort of the sheepskin but I can't bring myself to put a furry seat on my bike. Seems like the motorcycle equivalent of a shag carpet dashboard, if ya know what I mean... 
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1
Worn Saddle
|
|
Worn Saddle
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1 |
Quote:
Quote:
That's a clever idea. I've been using one of those Alaska Sheepskin butt pads which does have a great anti-heat effect but it also has the unfortunate side effect of gluing my butt into one position. Who'd-a-thunk you can't slide around on one of those?
I don't have the stuck butt problem like Ed does, I think it works rather well
Hmmm, I suppose it might be due to the Corbin saddle's more restrictive seat or even worse (dare I say) by a larger butt... 
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 95
Member
|
|
Member
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 95 |
I have a friend who put sheep skin on his BMW. It just ain't right.Kinda looks odd. When it gets wet its a pain. I like the under armouridea. I heard biker pants (bicycle) worked.
2008 BA, Ageon Blue, roadster shield, light bar. tach, big bags, square engine guard, short sissy with rack. All Triumph parts. No mods.
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 10,721 Likes: 5
Should be Riding
|
|
Should be Riding
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 10,721 Likes: 5 |
Quote:
Hmmm, I suppose it might be due to the Corbin saddle's more restrictive seat or even worse (dare I say) by a larger butt...
sorry Ed, I have a Corbin too, so that only leaves one option left 
Always remember to be yourself. Unless you suck. Then pretend to be someone else.
|
|
|
Re: Seat Covers - sheepskin perhaps?
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1
Worn Saddle
|
|
Worn Saddle
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 6,432 Likes: 1 |
Quote:
sorry Ed, I have a Corbin too, so that only leaves one option left
Well, then, there you have it 
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
|
|
|
|
|
