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Old Jul 17, 2016 | 03:30 PM
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I'll be leaving for a weak long trip in a few weeks. My 16 RGU stock seat leaves a bit to be desired for long days. Upgrading the seat is just not an option right now. Beads, gel or sheapskin?
 
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Old Jul 17, 2016 | 03:54 PM
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Backrest will make a lot of difference.

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Beads and a back rest.
 
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I'll be leaving for a weak long trip in a few weeks. My 16 RGU stock seat leaves a bit to be desired for long days. Upgrading the seat is just not an option right now. Beads, gel or sheapskin?
The idea about having a backrest is a good idea, it helped me. Also, I found that the more I rode, the more I bonded with the seat and it became more comfy for me.
 
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I have a backrest. Hoping for opinions on the seat covers. Leaning towards beads right now.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2016 | 07:20 PM
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It's sheepskin for long rides, works for me, Cool in summer, warm in winter.
Beads work too..
 
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Old Jul 17, 2016 | 07:33 PM
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Check out AIR HAWK air cushions around 100$.
 
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^^^What he said...play with the inflations..but keep it very low..and a backrest works wonders
 
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Backrest for sure, I've had one on the last six bikes I've owned, never be without one.

Beads will help, so would a sheepskin.
 
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I thought a sheepskin was hot. I just bought one of the HD seat cushion that is supposed to allow airflow. I will be putting my beads back on.
 
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