Originally Posted by
shreksur
Hi Squid and again thanks for the pic. Based on what I see in it, the B-17 is definitely out of the running for me. My seating position wouldn't allow for the nose of my saddle to be pointed up like that. I'll take your advice and try to find a LBS that will let me test out the Swallow and Team Pro.
That's a sharp ride you have. If you don't mind me asking, what is it?
Thanks. It's a 1977 Schwinn Varsity conversion. All 29 lbs.
A couple more random points.,,,
My experience differs from Leegf's, all of my Brooks were comfy right out of the box, with zero break in required.
The tilt you see on my B17 is actually mild compared to some I've seen.
I agree with Leegf about the Swallow. Thinner leather and narrower/skirt-less cut make it pliable from day one. And they are Retro Racer sexy IMO.
