Saddle Cover

[Jeff Z]

Can anyone recommend a waterproof saddle cover for my B17 that won't blow off or shred when I transport on the car? Hoping for some real-life success stories or cautionary tales.

[Brian Turner]

Randi Jo!

On May 2, 2026, at 12:58 PM, Jeff Z <jeff.ze...@gmail.com> wrote:

Can anyone recommend a waterproof saddle cover for my B17 that won't blow off or shred when I transport on the car? Hoping for some real-life success stories or cautionary tales.

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[Michael Moore, Jr.]

I second that. I have been using the waxed canvas since December and it is holding up well.

Saddle Covers - Randi Jo Fabrications https://share.google/WyAmI22FVIPUNb5de

Michael Moore, Jr.
Arcata, CA

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[Andrew Scherer]

Jandd makes covers in two sizes that are pretty sturdy.

Andy Scherer

Manhattan & Woodstock NY

[Kim H.]

I thirdly recommend Randi Jo Fabrications out of Oregon. 

I bought one for my Brooks B67S saddle in the navy color to go with my RBW blue Clem five years ago. It has a sewn in flap that covers the underside of my saddle with snaps ? of which I don't use, because I have full fenders. Outstanding design !! It hasn't failed me yet. 

Kim Hetzel. 

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[Curtis McKenzie]

Well....Randi Jo

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[Josh C]

Another vote for Randi Jo Fab. I’ve hand mine on my commuter for a few years now, don’t take it off, and it still looks/works great. 

[Keith Paugh]

Sounds like Randi Jo are the way to go, but for options sake: I use cheap nylon, cinch-up seat covers off amazon all the time when transporting on bike racks.

They’ve done the job in lots of sun, road debris and rain storms, and I don’t have to worry too much if I misplace them.

I worried that the silver inside layer might rub off onto the seat, but it hasn’t yet after a fair amount of use.

k.

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[Todd G]

Another Randi Jo fan here. Their quality and craftsmanship is outstanding!

[Brian Turner]

I have Randi Jo covers for a Berthoud Aravis, a Berthoud Aspin, a Berthoud Mente, a Brooks B17, and a Brooks B67.
Needless to say, I’m a fan of everything Randi Jo makes. Here’s a good testimonial: I travel from Kentucky to Florida 4-5 times a year. 13 hour drive one-way, straight down I-75. I suit mine and my wife’s saddles up with our RJ covers during each trip, and they’ve always remained steadfast and reliable every trip. And our saddles stay dry thanks to the full coverage her covers provide.

Brian
Lexington KY

[Ron Mc]

I have Randi Jo saddle covers on 5 bikes (+ 2 more of my daughter's bikes)

Waiting for one on the 6th bike (green waxed canvas), but her wait list is currently 8 weeks (borrowed grey from other bike works for now)

[Chris Halasz]

Ditto Randi Jo on my B68

[Jeff Z]

There seems to be a consensus. Thanks everyone!

[Mike in BK]

Yep. With those amazon ones the silver rubs off on Brooks leather if you ride with it on. I'm glad it happened to my second favorite Brooks. Still has silver on it since last summer. I replaced it with the Brooks cover Riv sells. Half the price of Randi Jo. No complaints.

[Cheng-Hong Li]

For protecting the leather saddles from rains, both Brooks and Berthoud sell covers for their own saddles: Brooks, and Berthouds 1 (the older version? But it's definitely cheaper), 2 (the newer version?). When not in use, you can fold them and stash them in your saddle bag. Brook's is big enough to cover a Berthouds, but the reverse is not true. The newer Berthould cover is more form fitting. 

Although I have no experience in your use case, I would put a rubber band or bungee cord to tighten the cover over the saddle when transporting the bike on a car. But better yet, put your bike in your car to get the best protection. That usually require the backseats to be folded down, even on a big SUV. Or the wheels need to come off.

[JP Fasano]

Another waxed canvas saddle cover is Fifth Season sold by Analog Cycles.  I have two and they are great.
https://analogcycles.com/products/fifth-season-waxed-canvas-saddle-cover-brooks-b17-camo-2