Sheepskin?

[mrfats]

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

 

[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.

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree: Did you ever smell a wet sheep?? :shocked: :barf:But they sure are comfy; just be prepared to stow them when the weather gets cranky!

 

[Bob Denman]

Are you filling the frunk with fresh pelts for sale???

 

[Bob Denman]

Cogitation and rumination...

 

[rcturner]

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.

 

[GloryRyders]

:agree: with Scotty............warm in winter, cool in summer and added comfort for the butt!:yes: 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.:2thumbs:

 

[Pennyrick]

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.

 

[sealfloorboards]

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

 

[Pandy]

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

 

[thehawk]

I have a synthetic one I bought at IKEA. fits and works fine. some place around $25 if I remember.

thehawk

 

[thehawk]

Cogitation and rumination...

and constipation :roflblack::roflblack:

thehawk

 

[BikerDoc]

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...

 

[ARtraveler]

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 :spyder2:,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.

 

[CMA Cowboy]

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.

 

[harrypottar]

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

 

[kyspyder]

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

 

[spyderbirds]

I have heard that sheep swear by them, they wont go out without them on.

 

[stevedfive]

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?39816-Sheepskin-seat-covers&highlight=Sheepskin

 

[Starrider]

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.