Originally Posted by
tspoon
Mine lasted less than 3000k, which is on the low side considering the price. It stretched so far in that distance that the adjusting screw was adjusted so far it broke off from too much sideways force on it. In fairness this was some time ago, perhaps they have corrected this problem, but as a result they have lost me as a future customer. I went to a Brooks C17 and haven't looked back, hands down the best saddle straight out of the box I have used.
tspoon...I haven't tried a Brooks C17 yet but would like to at some point. I think I'll give my B17 a good run and then look into a replacement down the road. There's less care required on the C17 so it would be ideal for longer, wetter rides. I know I'll encounter some rain at some point but I'll see how the leather holds up on my current saddle. It's good to know there's no break in period with you saddle though.