Originally Posted by
LeeG
Dunno, but if it hurts don't do it. I got a Spezialized Avatar after getting a vasectomy because my old Concor just didn't feel right, maybe it was that I was riding more also. Any way after raising the bars to accommodate my gut I got the Avatar in a size wider than recommended and it was great.
I retired my B17 after only 6 months use for the widest Specialized Avatar also. I really wanted that Brooks to work but gave up. Much happier on the Avatar. You should try one. Most shops give a 30 day money back guarantee.