I am currently riding a Brooks. When I bought my new bike last year, I decided to take the leap. While not plush like my Velo, I am getting used to it. Total miles on the saddle are still in the 100s and it still feels very hard, though that isn't necessarily a bad thing. I went on a 3 hour ride yesterday, and my butt isn't even sore today, so I guess I can't complain.