Originally Posted by
flargle
You talk sense. There's this bizarre notion about leather saddles being delicate -- perhaps because Brookses have become boutique items.
Yeah, I agree. These things are thick leather. They are indestructible. They're like the bikers' jackets of seats, except not that heavy. We owners don't have to baby them either. I basically apply the proofride heavily once a year, wipe off the excess, and bob's your uncle.
The only reason I bring a small plastic bag for the heavy rain is that I always leave the bike out in the elements for a while.
People should are skeptical should go and read the reviews of Brooks saddles at Road bike review. com
In fact, the only reason I'd avoid a Brooks would be weight. But then I bought a ti version that's not too bad, except compared to serious weight weenie saddles.