Why NOT a brooks ?

1. As mentioned, very heavy but can double as a boat anchor in emergency
2. Not impervious to elements like plastic
3. Not cheap
4. Can get to squeaking when moving up and down on saddle
5. I find the comfort critical of angle and positioning
6. Won't win any awards for high tech cool
7. Definitely not for everyone

That being said, I continue to ride on two of them