Originally Posted by
The Weak Link
So I just got off Ebay to check out Brooks saddles. Questions:
--Would you ever buy a used saddle, or is the butt-specific break-in critical?
--Which of the many types of Brooks is the most old coot friendly?
Used Brooks? Maybe, depends on what it's been treated with and how old. If relatively new (say <5,000 miles) then yes.
The B17 Standard Imperial would be the most friendly assuming by "old coot" you mean someone that rides more upright. I said it before and I'll say it again, anyone who rides more aero really would benefit from a saddle that has some perineal relief. Of the Brooks, only the Imperial provides this. The rest are a recipe for ED. As always with leather saddles, YMMV.
Good luck
