Like Vlad, I tried some of the honey brown on a bike, my (OT?) Miyata 1000, with a honey B.17. When it went on, it was a fairly close match to the saddle, which was a little darker, due to being older. The problem is, while the saddle gets darker with use, the bar wrap fades from sunlight. I've considered trying some leather dye on it, but I don't really want it on my hands or gloves. I will have to try the Toshi wrap, and see if they have a Brooks honey match.
Tim "glad I didn't pay full retail" Fricker
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I tried honey brown on a bike I ride a lot. It was easy to wrap, looked pretty, and felt good to my hands. I did not use any leather conditioner or protective compound. Between lots of sun exposure and salt from sweat, it faded pretty badly within 5 months and looks unattractive. I recommend Toshi leather bar wrap. It looks and feels better.
Vlad Luskin Oakland, CA
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