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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

12-01-14, 09:32 AM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

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Posted By thrllskr

So here is what I experienced. I tried out the...

So here is what I experienced.
I tried out the Specialized Romin Evo Comp Gel 155mm for a week using it for 300 miles. It was a good saddle and provided adequate support. It was not "the one." The...

Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

11-21-14, 12:17 PM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

Views: 8,905

Posted By thrllskr

I agree with being able to ride up to about 50...

I agree with being able to ride up to about 50 miles is done on any saddle. I am taking the specialized saddle out tomorrow for 150+ miles to give it a good test.

Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

11-21-14, 08:11 AM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

Views: 8,905

Posted By thrllskr

I went and got a loaner last night. Put it on...

I went and got a loaner last night. Put it on this morning before my 15 mile commute. Loving the saddle so far. Have to do some minor adjustments, and giving it a shot while I wait for the saddle....

Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

11-20-14, 08:58 AM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

Views: 8,905

Posted By thrllskr

Analysis paralysis. There are two things that I...

Analysis paralysis. There are two things that I hope B17 is going to solve. Wider area for my sit bones ( I need 155+) and with a wider area for sit bones I wont have have all my weight on the area...

Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

11-19-14, 12:45 PM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

Views: 8,905

Posted By thrllskr

I am going to try it out. It might work and it...

I am going to try it out. It might work and it might not. Not knowing would be worse than not having tried. My wife has already confided in me that she will use the saddle if it does not fit my...

Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

11-19-14, 11:54 AM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

Views: 8,905

Posted By thrllskr

I have not ridden the saddle yet (I can still...

I have not ridden the saddle yet (I can still return it) and you are the first person that I can interact with about the difference in saddle to bar height. What was your experience? Did you go with...

Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

11-19-14, 11:44 AM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

Views: 8,905

Posted By thrllskr

I have tried Fizik Antares, San Marco Regal,...

I have tried Fizik Antares, San Marco Regal, Forza Stratos, and Prologo Scratch Pro and they all had the same result. I measured my sit bones and added the 2cm which puts me around 150-155 mm. I...

Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling

11-19-14, 09:01 AM

Replies: 32

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

Views: 8,905

Posted By thrllskr

First Brooks B17 Standard saddle.

I have tried 4 different saddles over the past 6 months and the results were always the same...at the 85+ mile my rear was very very uncomfortable. I am excited to say I have finally ordered a...

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