Can you buy proofide in a store?
 

If I'm in Chicago, is there a retail store I can buy this? Thanks

I ordered mine, it only took 2 days to come in and I didn't have to pay shipping as I would have online. Any bike shop should be able to order it for you.

SnoSeal works just as well, costs less and is availalbe in most sporting good stores.

Dude, you are in one of the biggest cities in the country. Look at the brooks site there are 19 dealers in Chicago proper, and scores in the state. Call them. If they sell Brooks saddles they should sell proofhide. Call. Ask. Ride there. Buy it.