I agree. I've been doing the same with leather therapy. Can't recommend highly enough. Just needs to be applied sparingly over a period of time and make sure never to bend dry leather as it cracks the fibers. Once the oils have had time (weeks, months) to absorb the oils naturally, the fibers will be like new and flex well and regain strength...
Rob Goughary Stamford ct USA
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On May 1, 2010, at 4:25 PM, Jay Fichialos <quadmod@gmail.com> wrote:
Bill,
I've had good success using Leather Therapy products. I've used their Restorer product on dried saddles and brought them back into usable condition. I've also used their Finish as an alternative to neats foot oil, no complains after years of service.
Jay Fichialos Pleasant Grove, Utah, USA
On Sat, May 1, 2010 at 11:21 AM, Bill Gibson <bill.bgibson@gmail.com> wrote:
This topic comes up now and then, but products for and myths surrounding leather preservation and restoration come and go. Are there any good references, in print or online, that members have found useful as they use and preserve cycling heritage? Any general principles that apply? Saddles, gloves, shoes, toe clip straps all are exposed to sweat, wet, dirt, and sun, and all are more or less wear & tear items like tires and chains and everything else.
Products that have served well should be currently available or have a recipe with ingredients that exist, not possess magical powers, and be reasonably priced, if possible! I'm comfortable with Chemistry, and am thinking this might be a good topic for a cycling centered article.
There's a lot online, but I'm looking for some of your wisdom and
experience to share! Thank You!
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Bill Gibson
Tempe, Arizona, USA