mmiller wrote:
You can get the original Mirage Seat. It was a bit taller.
# 81264001 recently became available again / reworked stock to replace straps.
Adapting another seat might also be possible.
That's great news! I much prefer the older style seat. It has better shoulder support and gives a little more leg room if needed. Those who like the newer lumbar support however, may not like it as much.
In this first picture, the old seat back is behind the new version. Note the height differences at the shoulders and straps especially:
This next picture shows the thinner profile of the old seatback and again illustrates the higher strap location for better support:
The optional i comfort inflatable seat bottom is vastly more comfortable to either of the originals. Unlike the new seat (seat bottom is velcroed on), the old style is one piece top and bottom. But the i comfort bottom can still be added by cutting the bottom off. Works like a charm. Here's a how-to:
viewtopic.php?f=11&t=10141Note: some of the earlier older seat backs had aluminum staves which were subject to bending and could cause a back ache. The latest of that group had fiberglass staves and were much better! You can tell the difference by using your knee to flex the seatback. If it stays bent, it's aluminum; if it springs back, it's fiberglass. That's definitely the only one you want.
PS: The older seats also come with a MUCH larger pouch that you can put lunch, camera, tools etc. in, and has side pockets for two bottles