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wildwest
I have bought a b17 and when its arrived well, I defintely know the previous owner dressed to right if you get me! There's also a bit of a ridge running front to back, quite sharp and uncomfortable to sit on.
So I'm going to try blocking it up to get it back in a better shape.
A few of the things I've read talk about taking the tension off the top before soaking but this saddle hasn't had any tension added ie the bolt is at it's most relaxed position, there's nothing to undo. Do I just go ahead and soak it as is or do I need to somehow undo the nose? There's no threads showing infront of the adjuster nut but maybe I can still undo it a bit? I haven't tried yet, just reading up while at work and the saddle is at home.
I've also read of people soaking their saddle then fitting it and going for a decent length ride and it does a sort of accelerated break in/reshaping. Anyone know whether this or blocking is a better idea?
There' seems a bit of debate about whether to soak in cold or warm water. Some people saying warm water works quicker, some people saying cold doesn't disturb and oils etc that are already in the leather. Any words of wisdom here?
Cheers.