PUT THE SOLID FOUNDATION FOR FLANK. YOU Don't HAVE TO USE THE FLANK STRAP. JUST USE THE FRONT CINCH TO RIDE. IF YOU DO MAKE THE REPAIR YOU HAVE MORE OPTIONS FOR THIS SADDLE. THE FLEECE UNDERNEATH THE SADDLE.
IS VERY GOOD AND SOLID. Very lightweight, easy to use. Weight approximately 18 - 20 lbs. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT MY PHOTOS FOR MEASUREMENTS. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT MY OTHER QUALITY ITEMS.