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 Sheepskin?
I see there's going to be a Sheepskin vendor at SpyderFest. What's the general opinons of sheepskin? What are the advantages/disadvantages? As always, I value the knowledge that comes from this forum.
Thanks, John
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Motorbike Professor
I love the sheepskins. I have ridden with them for years and years. Good comfort, warm in cool weather, and surprisingly cool in warm weather. The biggest problem I have found is that they get wet in the rain...especially when you get off and park. Tossing it in the trunk helps...or carry a large trash bag to cover it.
-Scotty
2011 Spyder RTS-SM5 (mine)
2000 BMW R1100RTP, motorized tricycle & 23 vintage bikes
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Are you filling the frunk with fresh pelts for sale??? 
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We always ride with sheep skins. It makes the ride much more enjoyable. Last year at the Victory Rally in Sprit Lake, Iowa, I had a set custom fit for my bike. The guy did a great job for a reasonable price.
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 with Scotty............warm in winter, cool in summer and added comfort for the butt! We also carry a large trash bag to cover it when we travel and don't know what the weather is going to be. We wouldn't be without one.
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We ride with sheepskin covers on both of our Spyders.
Beware of the dyed ones however, because if you get caught in a downpour you can turn the color of the sheepskin very quickly.
We finally went to a tack store (supplies for horses) and bought two natural sheepskin saddle covers. They fit around the Spyder seat perfectly and are warm in the cold and cool in the warmth.
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i rode on an Alaska Leather Sheep Skin for several years and was very happy with it. Today I use an Airhawk Med. Cruiser for my RT and for me it works great. Both let me.........
Ride in comfort,
John
Seal Floorboards
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 Originally Posted by NancysToy
I love the sheepskins. I have ridden with them for years and years. Good comfort, warm in cool weather, and surprisingly cool in warm weather. The biggest problem I have found is that they get wet in the rain...especially when you get off and park. Tossing it in the trunk helps...or carry a large trash bag to cover it.
We also have our Airhawks for that change of pace, butt-wise.
Patrick
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I have a synthetic one I bought at IKEA. fits and works fine. some place around $25 if I remember.
thehawk
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In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice ... in practice, however, that's just a theory.
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I love the sheepskin when its dry and not too hot outside.. In the hot and rainy season I switch out with my beadrider to get air circulation under me and no problem if i leave it on in the rain...
220,000 Mile Spyder Ryder, IBA Premier member #59352, Saddlesore 1000 (11), Bun Burner 1500 (3), Saddlesore 2000 (2), Bun Burner Gold, MILEEATER SILVER
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As a former leather vendor, I agree with the above. Sheepskin is a great insulator against both hot and cold. Don't get them wet though. The pad will raise your riding position slightly on the seat.
I used to sell custom sheepskin seat covers, whatever color you wanted and made to fit your seat exactly. That program is long gone at this time.
Currently, I have an Alaska Leather sheepskin/gel pad for both  ,s that we carry along for those days when a little extra is needed for a comfy ryde. I also use an airhawk pad and use sometimes in combination with the sheepskin on some days.
These types of pads can be purchased at many places that sell motorcycle accessories. I of course recommend Alaska Leather.
 
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Pinkyjo and I love our sheepskins. She has been riding with one for several years. I got one when I added the locking gas door on the seat. Chrome gets hot against the leg. Do like the comfort on long rides. Have a half cover I put on the bike if its going to get wet.
Ray
"Instead of arriving in Heaven in a nice well perserved body I'd rather slide in feet first, all beat up, loudly proclaiming thank you Jesus for a great ride!"
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I found them uncomfortable
Not sure what all the fuss is about, a while back a friend and myself bought sheepskins each but found that they just got in the way.
Harry
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Nimbus 2000, Ford Anglia, 2012 Spyder RT Limited, Pre 14 Vintage Classic Collectors Edition!
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Nimbus 2000 boy this thing can fly.
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Charm of invisibility, Reparo Charm (cuts down on service cost)
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Sheepskin
I would like to 2nd the recommendation for Alaska Leather Sheepskin.
I have been using their products for many years and they really help on those long rides.
KYSPYDER
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I have heard that sheep swear by them, they wont go out without them on.
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Misty Mountain
Got sheepskin covers for both Queen B's Spyder and my V-Star from Misty Mountain. Love them. Both of ours are dyed, mine black tipped silver, hers pure black: no problem with bleeding out to clothing.
Great vendor, works with you to get just the right fit. Guarantees his product. Been a local business for years.
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But they sure are comfy; just be prepared to stow them when the weather gets cranky!
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