re: brooks
I bought a Team Professional for my bike, and have to admit it was DAMN hard and uncomfortable at first. I remember on my first ride after installing it, I said "Oh, my God, what have I done?"
Took about 1000 miles and lots of Proofide, but it did get VERY comfortable. Over 5000 miles on it now, and I like it more every day.
If I were to buy another, though, I think I'd look at the pre-aged B-17.
Good luck.