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Brooks B17 Standard Saddle

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Review by Anonymous

Fantastic - by far my favorite saddle
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by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
florida
4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.

Hi, I labored over choosing a saddle. Bottom line, I have extensive issues with surgery in the lower region (use your imagination). I was very concerned over saddle selection because of so much scaring. With this saddle no part of the saddle is able to make its way up into you rear end and irritate you. Only your rear bones touch the saddle. Exactly what I needed. I was unable to ride around the block with a Selle San Marco without irritation. I did 30 miles yesterday on my Brooks B17 without even thinking about my rear end or the saddle. Also, there is no numbing the groin area.

Negatives the saddle is hard and not light. But I think the design is what makes it work. The weight penalty is worth the ability to ride without issue. This will be the only saddle I use for the remainder of my cycling years.

Reviewed 9/9/2013
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Review by Anonymous

A Great Saddle that lives up to its stellar reputation.
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by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Florida
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

The Best saddle for touring. Solid, yet comfortable. It requires some maintenance since it is leather. With a Super price & quick delivery from Westernbike Bike Works, this deal made my day!

Reviewed 8/6/2012
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Review by Anonymous

Brooks B17 standard saddle
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by Anonymous
Casual Cyclist
New London, CT
0 of 2 customers found this review helpful.

Fantastic iconic product! Everything it's supposed to be!

Reviewed 4/28/2012
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Review by gretchen lee

so so so beautiful, a perfect gift!
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by gretchen lee
Cycling Enthusiast
lexington ky
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.

got this for my girlfriend's xmas gift. she was stunned. we are both avid cyclists (daily commuters) and appreciate the timeless beauty & comfort of the brooks saddle. color is dead on jolly rancher apple green, starting to fade to olive.

Reviewed 2/6/2012
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Review by allwaysbybike

Big Surprise
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by allwaysbybike
Cycling Enthusiast
New York NY
7 of 8 customers found this review helpful.

I bought a B-17 for my single speed to give it a more retro look. I had a team professional as a kid on my Raleigh Professional MKIV but took it off, too hard and never seemed to break in.

I bought the B-17 because of all the great reviews and figured I'd give Brooks another try.

OMG right out of the box with ZERO break in it was comfortable. I think the fact I'm no longer a 150 lbs skinny teenager helps. Now at 190lbs I felt the seat immediately start to mold. I can't wait to see how it feels a few 100 miles from now. I think I'll replace the saddle on my road bike with a Brooks Swift. Go ahead buy one!

Reviewed 8/12/2010
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Review by Anonymous

Amazingly comfortable!
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by Anonymous
3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.

Super comfortable. why did I wait so long?!

Reviewed 11/23/2018
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Review by Capt.Whitebean

Support beats all
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by Capt.Whitebean
Cycling Enthusiast
Midwest
4 of 5 customers found this review helpful.

Great price for a great saddle.

Brooks has been around and is preferred by many who know the secret to comfortable riding. Gel and other materials that make your saddle softer or more comfortable are ultimately making you more uncomfortable in the end. It's a great big lie that many people fall into. I have seen many people buy a new bike with a decent saddle and then they buy a gel saddle cover before riding the bike for the first time. Bollocks!

Sit on a sound piece of supple leather that supports you where you need support without cushion and you couldn't be happier after a long day of touring with another long day to follow that one.

Day after day.

It does take a few miles (100 or so?) to break in any good saddle so expect it, fight through it, and stay the course.

Reviewed 9/6/2018
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Review by moses

The perfect touring saddle.
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by moses
Cycling Enthusiast
Vernon, CT
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.

I purchased this saddle for my touring bike and it is by far the most comfortable saddle, even partially broken in, although I think it felt great right out of the box. It just fit my anatomy perfectly and I can't wait to start touring full time on this saddle. You can't beat the comfort or the quality of this saddle and I am very happy with my purchase, there is a reason this is such a popular saddle for touring.

Reviewed 8/10/2018
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Review by Steve

Great seat
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by Steve

I wish I would have bought this seat years ago. Very comfortable and no pain so far.

Reviewed 8/29/2023
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Review by agshane

I was Wrong! Low Tech is Better
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by agshane
Cycling Enthusiast
Sherwood Arkansas
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.

I have literally have spent hundreds of dollars on bike saddles over the past several years! I have put off buying a saddle that was born over 100 years ago, because I thought high tech must be better. Wrong! From day 1 the Brooks B-17 was comfortable, even though there is no padding. Currently, I'm averaging 180 to 200 miles per week, on an indoor trainer or roads and the Brooks continues to feel better every time I ride.

I have tried the other well known leather saddle, it was OK, however, the cutout was causing major wear on my bibs. A big plus for the Brooks they are guaranteed for 2 years and ten if you register the saddle.

But it's not all Roses: The saddle requires a 20 deg setback seat post for most riders. (Short rails). Leather Brooks Saddles should not get soaked with water and needs a cover. And lastly, you should purchase from Proofide (conditioner) to use to break-in and semi-annual treatments when you purchase the saddle.

Reviewed 7/12/2021
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Review by Sisyphus

Classic defined
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by Sisyphus
Cycling Enthusiast
Amherst. MA

This saddle has been in existence for how many years? It will extend your endurance to sit and pedal all day. It can only be improved if Brooks increased the leather thickness and quality like they once had prior to the 80's.

Reviewed 7/25/2022
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Review by Martin

Saddle up with this one
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by Martin
Inlet beach, Florida
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

My first B17 Brooks saddle was purchased over 20 years ago and used on my road bikes and touring bike for at least 90,000 miles so when it finally broke I really missed it. I ordered another one and after a brief break-in I am happy to say that it is just like the first one. Not only does it look classy on my mountain bike but it is a very comfortable saddle of all the ones that I own. Try one, you will love it.

Reviewed 3/14/2022
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Review by Texas Redfish

Great Saddle! Unbelievable Quality
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by Texas Redfish
Cycling Enthusiast
Sugar Land Texas
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.

I have several on all of my road bikes. Never had a more comfortable saddle.

Reviewed 11/1/2018
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Review by Bill

This is the best bicycle saddle I've ever used.
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by Bill
Daily Commuter
Seattle, WA
5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.

Currently I'm using my B17 Books saddle on my REI CO-OP Adv 2.1 bike. The leather surface makes it easy to shift your weight while riding allowing for more comfort. The only challenge I've had is positioning the seat a bit further back on the seat post. The rails under the seat could be a bit longer to allow for a greater distance from the handlebars since I have a long torso. I plan to correct this by buying a new seat post that sits back bit further.

At this time I've put about 200 miles on this new saddle, every ride now is becoming more comfortable as it is molding to my pelvis.

The only other concern I have about this saddle is keeping the leather dry since I live on the coast of the Pacific Northwest. This Winter I'll have to take extra care to keep it dry from the rain.

Reviewed 9/17/2018
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Review by TidewaterBob

I wish I could say something good about it.
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by TidewaterBob
Cycling Enthusiast
Williamsburg, VA
4 of 14 customers found this review helpful.

I bought this saddle partly on the basis of the glowing reviews I read here. My own experience has been (sadly) much different. I eagerly swapped out my old, much used and nearly worn out saddle and replaced it with this one. As soon as I sat on it for the first time I suspected that this might not work out. I set my reservations aside and took it for a 20 mile test ride. Those had to be the most painful 20 miles of my life. This leather saddle is slick, rock hard, inflexible and unyielding. I had sore spots that I never had before. I ride a Trek Domane SL6, well known to be a smooth and very comfortable endurance road bike. It can go over very rough surfaces without transmitting the shocks up to the rider. But with this saddle I felt every bump and jar. (And yes, I was wearing padded cycling shorts.) At the 10 mile mark I was desperate to get home. I was moaning in agony the whole way back. The trouble as I see it is that the leather is so hard that it could be used to make a hardhat or even a helmet. I really can't see it ever getting softer or more forgiving. This was an experiment that failed.

Reviewed 9/6/2018
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Review by The Rev

A bit of a throwback, but a Brooks still works
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by The Rev
Cycling Enthusiast
Northern Kentucky
4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.

If you have never ridden on a Brooks saddle, I'll warn you in advance that it takes a few miles (400-500) to get it broken in. Follow the instructions about waxing it and making sure you tighten the tension screw. (Instructions are provided.) Other than that, It's a great, comfortable ride. I'm glad I decided to purchase my B17.

Reviewed 8/31/2018
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Review by Gary

Nothing beats a classic
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by Gary
Cycling Enthusiast
Honolulu
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

Broke in easily after a few rides. Note that the saddle comes with a small packet of Proofide , even to get you through the break in period. But you will probably want more for long term maintenance.

Reviewed 12/3/2021
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Review by Ted

Brooks B17 best for touring &� road
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by Ted
Pacific Northwest
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

OK, disclaimer: I'm 70. I've used the B17 on my touring bikes for years. Now I have one for my carbon fiber road bike, too. Smooth

Reviewed 8/10/2021
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Review by WWFeltrider

Brooks B17 Saddle is the best I've ever put my butt on!!
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by WWFeltrider
Casual Cyclist
Long Beach, Ca.

I ride a Felt 2sp Burner bike 40+ miles a week. I finally replaced my original saddle with this Brooks 17. Only thing I regret is not replacing it long ago! Must comfortable saddle one can ride with!

Reviewed 6/28/2021
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Review by dogbreath

The B17 is hard to beat
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by dogbreath
Cycling Enthusiast
Tucson, AZ

I've tried a lot of saddles, but I always come back to Brooks, and the B17 is tops - sturdy, comfortable, and durable. I've put 1000s of miles on Brooks saddles, and this most recent purchase was for a new bike in the quiver. It's every bit the quality I expect.

Reviewed 6/21/2021
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