Another Seat Question

[taranis]

Originally Posted by Top Cat

If a hard seat is better why do some people use air cushions, gel pads and sheepskin on their seats ?

The best thing Ann and I did for comfort was put sheepskin pads on. They not only make the seat a little softer, but the wool puts an air cushion between you and the seat itself. No issue with monkeybutt after a full day in the saddle (600 miles plus).

Another thing I did was put a utopia backrest on and adjustable pegs. I can stretch my legs out either with my heels on top of the pegs, or heel/toe with the floorboards ... Or just use them normally. The multiple footrest options also helps on the longer rides.

I've also discovered that I can lock my knees on the pegs and prop myself up off the seat against the backrest just enough while I'm going down the road to give my keister a rest.

With this setup I don't feel the need to sit further back too often, and I'm still comfortable.