Last week I put a new B17 on my touring bike, replacing a Sella Italia Turbo saddle, a model I have used on all my bikes except vintage models, for decades. It is amazing how comfortable the B17 is right out of the box. I have 50 miles on it now and find it much better for the touring bike. I do ride it with regular shorts and skivvies. No cycling apparel required.
I do find the Turbo saddle very comfortable, but wanted something a little more broad for the touring rig, and the B17 works perfectly. It may be being 235 pounds of pure mass has something to do with it! LOL