Originally Posted by ehenz
Is this (trimming a brooks) a common practice? I don't like the look of the b-17 on my road bike (I know, who cares), but I would do this if the saddle will still last. ehenz
Yes, it used to be very common practice decades ago until the Brooks Swallow was introduced. But seems like this practice is gaining popularity once again. Even Wallingford has a page dedicated to modified Brooks. Who wants to pay $300 for a newly re-introduced Swallow? Aftermarket Swallows are available for much less but they are crap.
I've been riding a butchered Team Pro for over a year now....no problem. Thing is, these butchered Brooks look so much better on modern frames.
George