MrCjolsen
08-11-06, 08:52 PM
And how did it affect the comfort of the saddle? Did the lacing on the sides cause any discomfort?
Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - Has anyone laced the bottom of their Brooks B-17?
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Dr. Bill
08-11-06, 09:08 PM
I laced mine earlier this year, and it helped considerably. The saddle is noticeably firmer and there is less leg chafing. I recommend it. Hope this helps.
Dr. Bill
Dr. Bill
mattface
08-11-06, 09:15 PM
I laced mine before ever riding it, so I can't compare it to the stock saddle, but it's stiff as hell in the nose and nice and narrow which is what I was going for. I think it's easy to get an idea for the effect by pressing the skirts together and pressing on the saddle. much stiffer across the top and no "spread". SOrt of minimizes the hammock effect.
I've got an old Wright w3n that is not laced. It's also a comfortable saddle, but it's way soft compared to my new chopped and laced B17 Champion Special.
I've got an old Wright w3n that is not laced. It's also a comfortable saddle, but it's way soft compared to my new chopped and laced B17 Champion Special.
econobot
08-11-06, 10:04 PM
I'm considering this as well. My B17 is flaring out on the sides something fierce.
acavengo
08-11-06, 10:29 PM
Any pics of what they look like laced up?