Carbon saddle repair

[R3awak3n]

there is a reason most carbon places don't do forks, wheels, bars and saddles. Also, would probably cost at least half of the price of the saddle.

[VTR1000SP2]

It’s in the shell as pictured


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[prototoast]

Originally Posted by VTR1000SP2

It’s in the shell as pictured


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Okay, that actually looks repairable. You could try doing it yourself (that's what I'd do), but if you find someone to repair it (I second the prior recommendation for Drew @ CycloCarbon), it would probably be at least $100, which might not make it a good financial decision.

[R3awak3n]

I agree that would be a good candidate for a DIY

[VTR1000SP2]

Appreciate the reply's. I have reached out to a few more repair businesses and the lowest quote so far is $120. Supplies would be a fraction of that so I may actually try this myself.

Any tips or suggestions on doing it right the first time?

[prototoast]

Originally Posted by VTR1000SP2

Any tips or suggestions on doing it right the first time?

Do a dry run of whatever you plan to do to get compaction. Use more carbon fiber than you need so you can sand it smooth. When all is said and done, you'll appreciate what a good deal $120 was.

[VTR1000SP2]

Originally Posted by prototoast

Do a dry run of whatever you plan to do to get compaction. Use more carbon fiber than you need so you can sand it smooth. When all is said and done, you'll appreciate what a good deal $120 was.

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[C40_guy]

Originally Posted by prototoast

Do a dry run of whatever you plan to do to get compaction. Use more carbon fiber than you need so you can sand it smooth. When all is said and done, you'll appreciate what a good deal $120 was.

I came to the same conclusion when I considered repairing my fiberglass kayak. With the investment in all of the supplies, equipment, gear, etc., it was cheaper to have a local boat repairer do the repair. And she's a cyclist, so it was a win all around!

[Ken Robb]

duct tape!

[VTR1000SP2]

Originally Posted by Ken Robb

duct tape!

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