Selle Italia Storica Leather Saddle – Honey Brown Retro
Brand: Selle Italia
Type: Bicycle Saddle
Model: Storica
Colour: Honey Brown
Material: Full Leather
Weight: 550 g
Dimensions: 147 × 283 mm
Rail: Chromed Steel
The Selle Italia Storica Leather Saddle is part of the classic saddle collection created to celebrate the 120th anniversary of Selle Italia. This exceptional collection combines the traditional craftsmanship and design philosophy of the company’s early years with selected elements of modern technology.
The Storica saddle is handmade in Italy from genuine leather, following the traditional methods used when Selle Italia first began producing saddles. The leather construction is combined with modern Sandwich Leather-Tech technology, providing an authentic appearance while maintaining the practical qualities expected from a modern saddle.
The saddle comes with a leather tensioning tool, allowing the rider to adjust the tension of the leather and customise the level of comfort according to personal preference. A leather care cream is also included, helping to maintain the leather, preserve its appearance and ensure long-lasting performance.
The Honey Brown finish and traditional construction make the Storica a perfect choice for vintage and retro bicycle builds, particularly classic steel road bikes. It represents a genuine connection to the golden era of Italian cycling and the legendary riders who tackled the Dolomites and Alps on steel racing bicycles.
Key Features
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Part of the Selle Italia 120th Anniversary collection
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Traditional Italian handmade leather construction
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Premium full-leather saddle
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Honey Brown retro finish
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Adjustable leather tension for personalised comfort
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Includes leather tensioning tools
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Includes leather care cream
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Classic chromed rail construction
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Ideal for vintage and retro bicycle builds
Technical Specifications
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Brand: Selle Italia
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Model: Storica
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Product Type: Leather Bicycle Saddle
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Colour: Honey Brown
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Material: Full Leather
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Weight: 550 g
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Dimensions: 147 × 283 mm
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Rail: Chromed Steel
Materials and Shapes
Full Leather Construction
The saddle is made from genuine full leather, providing an authentic appearance and natural feel. The leather develops its own character over time, making each saddle unique.
Leather Tensioning System
The included tensioning tools allow the leather to be adjusted according to the rider’s preference. This traditional system makes it possible to fine-tune the saddle’s comfort as the leather naturally adapts through use.
Chromed Rail
The classic chromed rail construction provides a durable mounting solution while complementing the saddle’s traditional appearance.
Applications
The Selle Italia Storica is ideal for:
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Vintage and retro road bikes
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Classic steel bicycles
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Italian retro bicycle builds
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Urban and lifestyle bicycles
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Collectors and enthusiasts of classic cycling equipment
In Practice
The Storica brings the character of traditional Italian leather saddles to modern riders. Its adjustable leather construction allows the saddle to be personalised over time, while the included leather care cream helps maintain the material and prolong its service life.
With its Honey Brown leather finish, classic proportions and chromed rails, the Storica is more than just a bicycle saddle — it is a tribute to Selle Italia’s heritage and to the golden era of Italian road cycling.
