If you're interested in having a classic old-style look to your touring setup, but don't want to pony up a ton of cash to get it, Velo Orange is emerging as a very attractive option. In fact, if you're looking into building a bike from the ground up, their online store can cover you from the frame all the way to the bar tape, some of which is Velo Orange branded, while other items they select from outside companies. Here are a few Velo Orange-branded components and accessories worth checking out.
VO Model 3 Touring Saddle: This leather saddle with chrome-plated rivets is modeled after the very popular Brooks B17. It is designed for touring bikes, on which you might find your handlebars set even with, or slightly higher than, your saddle. A tension bolt underneath the nose of the saddle helps keep the center of the saddle from sagging too much, and you'll find two tabs hanging off the back of the saddle for attaching a saddle bag to. One major highlight for the saddle is that it has long 80mm chrome-plated rails, which give you a lot of fore/aft adjustment. These retail for $85.
Elkhide Sewn-on Bar Covers: On the accessories side, the Elkhide bar covers are a lot of fun to have on your bike. Installation can take some patience for sure, but they include good instructions, in addition to waxed thread and a needle for sewing. This retails for $35.
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TOURING GEAR AND TIPS is written by Joshua Tack of Adventure Cycling's member services department. It appears weekly, highlighting technical aspects of bicycle touring and advice to help better prepare you for the journey ahead.
Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2011/09/velo-orange.html
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