Brooks

I had purchased the Brooks Swift road saddle almost 10 years ago at the fraction of what it cost to buy new now. Warning. You have to be patient to break these in. I would say that it will take over 1000 miles of rigorous riding and proof hiding it frequently. Most items needs TLC when it ages but the this saddle requires TLC in the beginning and then once it conforms to you your anatomical shape, it will the the last saddle you will ever thing about purchasing. Basically, I am saying that you don't feel that you are sitting on the saddle when you side, it's quite amazing. All you feel is your legs as you ride hard.

But I repeat. You need to be absolutely patient until it's broken in. There's no way around it. But once you do, you will be glad you persevered to make it your life time partner (no pun intended).

I ride a gravel bike mostly on paved streets in the hilly parts of Portland. I tried several saddles (dozens over the years) and a friend suggested I take a look at the Brooks Cambium saddles. I got a C-17, and for my anatomy, it's a big flat area that accommodates my sitz bones just fine, but it just wasn't comfortable. I finally found a description of what makes the C15 different ' it's made for people riding in a more forward position (45'). Though I don't race or ride in a crouch, this saddle fits me well: it doesn't put my weight on my hamstrings. The weight rests to the inside of my hamstrings' attachment, so riding is far more comfortable, and my riding posture isn't tweaked by the saddle design. And the carved portion actually prevents pressure on those nerves. Finally!

The Brooks B17 is the gold standard for long distance bike touring my last B17 lasted nearly 8000 miles and may have lasted longer if I took better care of it. Brooks build quality is exceptional and the leather conforms to your body over time. Bike Tires Direct has become my new go to source when my local bike shop doesn't carry something. They have a great selection of products for the type of riding I do and their customer service has been excellent.

The Brooks B17 is the gold standard for long distance bike touring my last B17 lasted nearly 8000 miles and may have lasted longer if I took better care of it. Brooks build quality is exceptional and the leather conforms to your body over time. Bike Tires Direct has become my new go to source when my local bike shop doesn't carry something. They have a great selection of products for the type of riding I do and their customer service has been excellent.