Originally Posted by
foxrider71
I would think the rain splatter from the back tire might get under the saddle and could damage it a bit but surely there is a way to treat it?
Both of my Brooks (B17 Narrow and Swift) are treated with proofide, top and bottom - they're infused with it, and repel water very well.
I have not had any issues riding in the rain - fenders keep the lion's share of the water away from the underside, and my butt covers the saddle up top. I use a cover when the bike is parked and rain is in the forecast, but honestly, I think the proofide does the trick.
To the OP - many (myself included) find certain Brooks saddles to be comfortable. Both of mine took some time to break in, but once broken in, they are great (for me). Until they broke in, they were less comfortable than most saddles I had ridden, so I was leery at first.
The longest ride I've been on since switching to Brooks is about 60 miles, and I found the saddle to be extremely comfortable - no numbness or such things.
YMMV, of course.