Originally Posted by
shreksur
Thank you for the reply Squid. I have looked at pictures of the saddles before but I didn't notice the dip until you pointed that out so thanks for that. I was wondering if you would tell me what bikes you have each saddle on and what the height difference is between your saddle and your handlebar? I have read that the B-17 was meant more for an upright seating position. Does that apply to the B-17 Narrow as well, given that it is narrower? As I described earlier, there isn't much of a difference between my saddle and bar height.
Also, I am looking at another saddle as well. It is a Gilles Berthoud. The model is the Aspin. It is described as a touring saddle but to me it seems like it would be closer to the Swallow or the Team Pro. Do you have any knowledge or experience with this saddle? I'd appreciate any input from anyone.
Thank you
All my bikes have an upright riding position, so the B17 works for me. BUT, they are tilted nose up significantly, and I assume that would/could make things crowded if one were bent forward in a more aero position. The B17 narrow would be the same I'd bet. I have the swallow on an upright bike too. I mostly got it to match the aesthetic theme of the bike.
I have no experience with Gilles Berthoud saddles, but have read mostly positive thing about them. The Aspin looks very flat to me.
Here is a pic of one of my bikes to give you an idea of how much tilt is needed with a B17.
