I purchased my first Stratos seat in 1987, after the disintegration of another 'reputable' seat within 3 months. I quickly purchased the matching passenger seat after realising the difference a quality supportive seat meant when travelling long distances and over often rough terrain. After 25 years I still can’t bear to part with these seats, which have only slightly deteriorated from many years in the tropics. I have decided to have them refurbished in order to get many more years of comfort on my travels. I’d recommend them for any long distance traveller.