Patching Small Hole in Leather Saddle

[Greg]

I have an older (C1996) and much beloved Selle Italia Turbomatic II
saddle. Recently, I have worn through the leather cover along the
flank of the saddle where my inner thigh rubs the saddle while
pedaling.

Since the saddle is in otherwise excellent condition, I am looking for
recommendations on materials to patch the small hole (approx. 1 cm x
0.5 cm) in the saddle. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Greg

 

[flatline]

Instead of patching the hole, consider replacing the entire cover.
This approach gets around the problem of seam or stitch rub against
your leg. Try an auto or motorcycle seat reupholstering shop.

[email protected] (Greg) wrote in message news:<[email protected]>...
> I have an older (C1996) and much beloved Selle Italia Turbomatic II
> saddle. Recently, I have worn through the leather cover along the
> flank of the saddle where my inner thigh rubs the saddle while
> pedaling.
>
> Since the saddle is in otherwise excellent condition, I am looking for
> recommendations on materials to patch the small hole (approx. 1 cm x
> 0.5 cm) in the saddle. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
> Greg

 

[g.daniels]

goop
prep clean surface follow directions reseal tube after wiping threads
place plastic grocery bag plastic pathc over hole(the tube's hole)and
cap store in cool place repoeat covering as needed do not allow saddle
to sit in sun uncovered unless cycling in wessex