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Dave_Thompson wrote:

Me? I use Brooks saddles exclusively.

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I have wondered about Brooks for a while. I actually like the way they look. They are a tad bit heavy. Do you have a B17? Has the weight been an issue? How is the break in time?

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Bruce

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Because of the type of riding I do, comfort is absolutely everything. Weight takes a far back seat. I have a B-17 on my Ottrott and a Swift on my Spectrum. I had a B-17 on the Luna Pro.

Break-in of a Brooks is really an issue of getting the adjutments to exactly where they need to be. When I install a Brooks on a bike I know from past experience where it needs to be and for me no 'break-in' is required, I have it adjusted perfectly. It's good from the get-go.

If you are interested in a B-17, a good used one can be had for $30~$40 or so. Buy one, play with it and see if it suits you. If not, no great loss. If it does work for you, then you can buy a new one in the color you want and if weight weighs on you buy a titanium model.

Depending on your riding style, saddle-to-bar drop and your size, other Brooks saddles may be more appropriate to you.
Wallingford Bikes http://www.wallbike.com/ is a *huge* wealth of Brooks information and they have a very generous return policy for Brooks. You might give Bill a call.

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