| Subject: Re: Aftermarket Seat - springs vs foam |
Author:
Dave
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Date Posted: Sunday, December 23, 07:42:05am
In reply to:
Mike Hall
's message, "Re: Aftermarket Seat" on Saturday, December 22, 10:42:36am
Here's what Rick Mayer has to say about srings vs foam at his web site:
"What about sprung seats and how does yours compare?
Since I am the only person alive today besides the present owner and builder of the sprung seat that actually built hundreds of sprung seats, I feel uniquely qualified to answer that question; The sprung seat is a very good idea anytime saddle width exceeds pan width. As saddle width approaches the width of the pan, foam and foam products can support very well, if not better. In other words, a fat guy on a narrow-pan seat like a KLR should really consider a sprung seat while the more average body on most of today's touring bikes will find the pan width more than ample to support the saddle without overhang. The down side of a sprung seat is a higher than stock (usually) seat and shorter riders can find the sprung seat reduces foot contact with the ground. I will refer anyone that I feel would benefit from a sprung seat to that seat company."
And this is from the Bill Mayer site:
"The Bill Mayer Saddle doesn't need wings or springs. Advances in foam technology over the years along with improved design have rendered spring construction obsolete. The Bill Mayer Saddle features a sleeker, trimmer profile that blends artfully with the lines of your bike, but doesn't sacrifice comfort.
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