Crossrodes said:
...The problem is that I can't get the cover to slide in under the front of the saddle between the saddle and the tupperware....
While I won't speak for Russell, I think I understand your problem...a tight fit between the horn of the saddle and the top-shelter is preventing you from wedging the rain cover in place. Over time, you will come to appreciate the tight fit as it helps hold the rain cover in place and reduces the likelihood of water seeping under the saddle.
I’ve had two Russell seats and here’s what I’ve learned to do:
Step one...gently place your fingertips between the seat cover and the top-shelter and pull back. You should be able to create some space between the two. If so, release and the seat should return and touch the shelter. I use this step just to see if there's sufficient padding on the horn. If there’s room, go to next step…
Step two…grasp the front center of the rain cover with both hands and gently pull until the elastic is taut. Now, with the cover stretched, begin working the cover between the seat and shelter. This action will resemble using dental floss. The rain cover should begin to work its way between the seat and shelter and you should be able to get as much as two or three inches below the seat line.
Step three…with the front of the rain cover in place, begin working the rest of the rain cover under the seat’s edge down towards the side panels.
Note…I generally stop here and fit the rain cover over the rear of the seat. Then I finish fitting the cover over the rest of the seat.
The rain cover does require some practice to install. But after a couple of times, I found I could install it in less than a minute.
Hope that helps…