It should feel good from day one, for up to 100 km rides. You need to spend the month that you have riding around with an allen key (commuting will work) and focused on getting the saddle positioning right. This can make or break your entire position on the bike.
What is the best oil to use on a saddle?
A liquid saddle dressing like Neatsfoot Blend (also available in a Squirt Bottle) is ideal for a new saddle because it soaks into the leather very easily and it can be poured or squirted into hard to reach places. Pure vegetable oil or olive oil is also good.
Can I oil my saddle with olive oil?
Saddles need to be completely dry before oiling. A liquid saddle dressing like Neatsfoot Blend (also available in a Squirt Bottle) is ideal for a new saddle because it soaks into the leather very easily and it can be poured or squirted into hard to reach places. Pure vegetable oil or olive oil is also good.
Should you oil your saddle?
In order to properly maintain your leather saddle, you may occasionally need to oil it. Depending on the saddle, the climate, and how often you ride, you may need to oil your saddle every few months to a year. However, some saddles do not need to be oiled and can be ruined by being over conditioned.
How do you look after a Brooks saddle?
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How do you soften a Brooks leather saddle?
I soak a new Brooks saddle in neatsfoot oil for a day and in a bucket of water for a day then ride it wet. After a 20 mile or so ride you will be amazed how comfortable the saddle will feel. I then use Proofide and tension the saddle as Brooks recommends.
Do you oil a Roughout saddle?
This will help get the dirt out of the pores and bring back the nap of the roughout. Applying neatsfoot oil to roughout will initially darken the leather dramatically, but will eventually lighten as the product is absorbed. If youre riding a lot in dry or variable weather conditions, you should oil it sooner.
What is the best oil for a saddle?
Neatsfoot oil To properly deep clean and oil a piece of tack youll need saddle soap, Neatsfoot oil or a substitute and a couple of pieces of sheepskin or clean cloth. I use Neatsfoot oil but other oils such as olive will work. I dont use leather conditioners or other products that leave a film on the leather.