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Fix your torn bicycle seat with Duck Tape! Follow our step-by-step tutorial to make your ride comfortable again. Easy, quick, and fun repair for any cyclist!
Summer is here, and it's time to pull the bikes out of the shed and get them ready for fun.
My husband fixes the flat tires, but when my daughter complained about a pinchy seat, she was directed my way.
Her bike is in good condition and didn't need to be replaced, but the seat was another story.
In this post, I'll show you how to easily fix a torn bicycle seat with Duck Tape, so you can enjoy comfortable rides all summer!
Supply List:
Some links may be to similar items when exact items couldn't be found online.
Sadly this exact pattern is no longer available, but there are so many other fun patterns to choose from!
Instructions:
This is the old bicycle seat my daughter was riding around on. I can understand why she was complaining of a pinching seat.
I started with the front of the seat and worked toward the back.
Cut a shorter strip of Duck Tape and wrap it around the front tip of the seat.
After applying the first strip, I decided to match the chevron pattern on the whole seat.
It was pretty easy with this chevron pattern, but it could be more difficult depending on the pattern on the tape.
Working one strip at a time, line up the pattern and adhere the strip to the seat.
I found it easier to match the chevron pattern starting in the middle of the strip and then wrap the tape around the seat.
Not all of the Duck Tape pieces lined up perfectly, but it was good enough for me.
Wrap the ends of the tape underneath, and stick them to the bottom of the seat.
All done, and it only took 6 strips of Duck Tape to cover this child's bike seat.
My daughter is thrilled to have a new bike seat and is ready to take summer on! With a helmet, of course.
My other daughter wants her seat done too, and hers is fine! Only the cool kids have Duck Tape seats.
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Jessica
That turned out really cute! I may cover my seat and it's not torn! LOL
Jessica
Steph @ Crafting in the Rain
What a great idea--it's cute too!
Meredith
OK, that is seriously too cute! (And I love that you were concerned about matching up the chevrons. It really makes a difference!) My kids will definitely want me to do this to their seats, even though they're not ripped. I think you've started a trend. (Found you on Say G'day Saturday and now following you on pinterest!)
Kristina & Millie
Super cute and probably quite comfy! the colors make me think of summer so perfect!
Katy @ Purposely Frugal
NICE! I love simple ways to fix things and it looks fabulous!
Bobbie
Such a great idea! I featured you this week on The Creative Exchange Highlights. Thanks again!
Emily @ My Mom Made That
Aww, she looks so happy! What a great use for cute Duct tape! Pinned and Stumbled!
Shirley Wood
The chevrons matched great! I love the repair rather than replace philosophy! Stopping by from Do Tell Tuesday 🙂
Shirley @Intelligent Domestications
Amy W
How cool is this project! I love that you could customize your bike seat to any tape color, really! Please come share at our link party going on now.
Elina P
What a cool idea, would have never thought to use duct tape to repair a bike seat.
Stopping by from the LouLou Grils Linky Party to say Hi!! 🙂
Marti
That is such a great idea and it looks so pretty!! 🙂 Pinning!
Jess
What a great idea and I love the pattern you chose for the seat! Stopping by from the Blogger's Digest blog hop!
Ashey @ 3 Little Greenwoods
Awesome repair! I need some "boy" duct tape for all that mine tear up! HA! Thank you so much for sharing your creativity with us at Show-Licious Craft & Recipe Party! Join us again this Saturday morning!
~ Ashley
Linda
Yes!! And it's so much CUTER!!! I love it. Now I have to duck tape my bicycle. PINNING. Linda Crafts a la Mode
Mel {MamaBuzz}
Love this repair! Now I kinda want a Duck Tape seat too! lol Love it. I remember having a pinchy seat when I was a kid. Very cool life hack. Thanks so much for sharing on Inspire Me Wednesday. Featuring you in this week's issue.
Allie
Love this idea, and love the Chevron Pattern! I've featured it on Worthwhile Wednesdays!
~Allie http://thecraftiestallie.blogspot.com
Carole West - Garden Up Green
I love this project, what a great way to personalize your bike.
Carole
Kimberly
Hello Gorgeous! This looks incredible! Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm, so we can party with you! Lou Lou Girls