Anyone who thinks this towel is a real seat cover is wrong. This is a temporary seat protector that can be used when you are dirty/sweaty or as a sunscreen. You put it on, go home, you take it off. If you leave it on like a permanent seat cover before every ride, yes, it will break sooner or later. It is not designed or intended for this purpose. After dressing, do not forget to fill the part of the towel between the backrest and the bottom of the seat, do not leave it "thrown” on the seat. If you're draping, this hanging piece of towel will tug at the grommets as soon as you sit down, increasing the likelihood of tears.