The B17 is Brooks flagship saddle and the backbone of the reputation that Brooks saddles has built. The Brooks B17 saddle is designed to fit a variety of niches and is a great choice for riders who need a long distance saddle that can serve dual duty as a sport saddle, trekking saddle and even as a mountain bike saddle.
The Brooks B17 Special deviates from a standard B17 by adding the hand-hammered copper rivets around the perimeter of the saddle. A very nice and classic touch. The Brooks B17 lineup is known for their comfort and have developed almost a cult like following of loyal and dedicated owners. If you own one then please feel free to leave a Brooks B17 Saddle Review below or if you buy one then come back and tell us what you think.
Brooks Saddles B17 Special is our flagship model, ideal for long distance sports touring, trekking and atb use. It has been on the market for over 100 years, being featured in as early as the 1898 catalogue. The frame is made of copper plated steel, and the black leather seat features hand hammered copper rivets. The saddle weighs 540 grams.
Copper Plated Steel
Flagship Model
Hand Hammered Copper Rivets
Wider Seat
Ideal for Touring or Trekking
Brooks B17 Special Saddle -- excellent quality & comfort
Review Date: February 6, 2009
Reviewer: D. Atherton, Boston, MA
I'm currently training for a brevet series and am starting to rack up the miles. I find that my B17 Special growning more comfortable with each passing day. It's narrow enough for fast spinning and supporative enough for long hauls. While the sweet spot in its tail section is wide and accomodating during tempos riding and climbs, you won't be able to shift your weight to its nose when the pace picks up, if that's your habbit. It just isn't designed for crit-style riding and its nose is just too narrow and unforgiving. For long-distance training, Century rides, trecking and touring, this saddle is wonderful!
Brooks B17 Special
Review Date: August 10, 2009
Reviewer: Kenneth D. Colbert, Arkansas
They don't call it B17 Special for nothing.I have had mine for about a month now and the ride is getting better each day.I got the green one.I just can't say enought about it.Go get your self a good seat buy your self a Brooks Saddle they have so many to pick from buy the one that right for you.
Great
Review Date: August 14, 2009
Reviewer: andre carrington, brooklyn, NY USA
Product shipped in a timely fashion and was exactly as expected. May take a while to break in, but it's a hit so far! It was a gift for an avid cyclist, the best saddle on the market by far.
I’ve tried other saddles and this one fits me perfectly. Forget about breaking it in. Your sit bones will break in first, though it has softened somewhat and has gotten more comfortable over time. I’ve personally found harder saddles such as this one and the Brooks Professional more comfortable than padded saddles that I’ve tried. I found it comfortable day one, rock hard as it was, because it supports my sit bones without letting me sink into the seat. I also like that I can easily move around on it. The large copper rivets and copper rails are beautiful and I hung a Carridice bag on the saddlebag loops.
Brooks B17 Special Saddle -- excellent quality & comfort
US $109.99
I’ve tried other saddles and this one fits me perfectly. Forget about breaking it in. Your sit bones will break in first, though it has softened somewhat and has gotten more comfortable over time. I’ve personally found harder saddles such as this one and the Brooks Professional more comfortable than padded saddles that I’ve tried. I found it comfortable day one, rock hard as it was, because it supports my sit bones without letting me sink into the seat. I also like that I can easily move around on it. The large copper rivets and copper rails are beautiful and I hung a Carridice bag on the saddlebag loops.
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