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Brooks B17 Standard Saddle Honey - 175mm
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Description

A Best-Selling Saddle For Over A Century

Brook's best-selling model for over 100 years, the B17 Standard Saddle is the ideal bicycle saddle for commuting, gravel, road cycling, and touring. They are made by hand and shaped by you.

The B17 combines durability, comfort, and style at an affordable price. They are a bit heavier and take longer to break in than more contemporary designs, but the comfort they provide once broken in is why so many riders still swear by them.

Leather is a naturally breathable material that provides a unique type of saddle feel. The leather top is suspended over the saddle rail to create a suspended molded seat, similar to a hammock, for tailored lasting comfort.

The Brooks B17 is designed for the 60° angled riding position, which is a relaxed and comfortable position for most riders.

Pick one up and figure out for yourself why so many people swear by Brooks.

Features

  • Durable, 5mm thick vegetable tanned leather
  • Shapes over time
  • Tubular steel rivets
  • Distinctive side stamp
  • Iconic Brooks backplate
  • Lasting comfort & breathability
  • Available in various colors, all with black steel rails.
  • 530 grams (weights may vary due to leather thickness)
  • Extended 10-year guarantee
  • Handcrafted in England since 1866

B-Stock - This product has one or more B-Stock units available. These units can be purchased at a discount (see option select). B-Stock units were returned from other customers and may have missing or damaged packaging materials. Saddle rails may have minor scratches. These units are otherwise as new. The full manufacturer warranty applies. Click Here for more information.

The product weight specified is an approximate weight based on the manufacturer's specifications (if available) or our measurement of one or two examples. For most products, the weight will typically vary by 5% to 10%.

Specifications

Weight: 530 grams

Rail Material: Chromoly 

Length: 280mm 

Width: 175mm 

Black - 175mm

Mfg PartNum: B2000926 

Honey - 175mm

Mfg PartNum: B2000927 

Brown - 175mm

Mfg PartNum: B2000928 

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Reviewed 4/25/2019
by HoboSteve
Cycling Enthusiast
Maine. USA
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1 of 4 customers found this review helpful.
Absolutely the GOLD Standard in touring saddles!

I bought a new bike (Cinelli Railway HoBootleg '18 leftover) 319. Without ever even trying out the stock seat, a Selle San Marco that, just in my lvg rm was unbearable. I pulled the trigger on the B17 on sale at BTDirect for a steal. Best choice ever! Although it is new, and rock hard, it is supposed to be, it is not a couch seat. It was the best seat I ever had right out of the box! It will only get better, AND I only wear merino shorts, no pads, etc. I tour, not race, The B17 will undoubtedly become my best touring friendpartner in the years ahead...Bravo!

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Reviewed 11/23/2018
by Anonymous
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3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
Amazingly comfortable!

Super comfortable. why did I wait so long?!

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Reviewed 9/6/2018
by Capt.Whitebean
Cycling Enthusiast
Midwest
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4 of 5 customers found this review helpful.
Support beats all

Great price for a great saddle.

Brooks has been around and is preferred by many who know the secret to comfortable riding. Gel and other materials that make your saddle softer or more comfortable are ultimately making you more uncomfortable in the end. It's a great big lie that many people fall into. I have seen many people buy a new bike with a decent saddle and then they buy a gel saddle cover before riding the bike for the first time. Bollocks!

Sit on a sound piece of supple leather that supports you where you need support without cushion and you couldn't be happier after a long day of touring with another long day to follow that one.

Day after day.

It does take a few miles (100 or so?) to break in any good saddle so expect it, fight through it, and stay the course.

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Reviewed 8/10/2018
by moses
Cycling Enthusiast
Vernon, CT
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2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
The perfect touring saddle.

I purchased this saddle for my touring bike and it is by far the most comfortable saddle, even partially broken in, although I think it felt great right out of the box. It just fit my anatomy perfectly and I can't wait to start touring full time on this saddle. You can't beat the comfort or the quality of this saddle and I am very happy with my purchase, there is a reason this is such a popular saddle for touring.

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Reviewed 8/29/2023
by Steve
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Great seat

I wish I would have bought this seat years ago. Very comfortable and no pain so far.

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Reviewed 7/12/2021
by agshane
Cycling Enthusiast
Sherwood Arkansas
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2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
I was Wrong! Low Tech is Better

I have literally have spent hundreds of dollars on bike saddles over the past several years! I have put off buying a saddle that was born over 100 years ago, because I thought high tech must be better. Wrong! From day 1 the Brooks B-17 was comfortable, even though there is no padding. Currently, I'm averaging 180 to 200 miles per week, on an indoor trainer or roads and the Brooks continues to feel better every time I ride.

I have tried the other well known leather saddle, it was OK, however, the cutout was causing major wear on my bibs. A big plus for the Brooks they are guaranteed for 2 years and ten if you register the saddle.

But it's not all Roses: The saddle requires a 20 deg setback seat post for most riders. (Short rails). Leather Brooks Saddles should not get soaked with water and needs a cover. And lastly, you should purchase from Proofide (conditioner) to use to break-in and semi-annual treatments when you purchase the saddle.

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Reviewed 7/25/2022
by Sisyphus
Cycling Enthusiast
Amherst. MA
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Classic defined

This saddle has been in existence for how many years? It will extend your endurance to sit and pedal all day. It can only be improved if Brooks increased the leather thickness and quality like they once had prior to the 80's.

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Reviewed 3/14/2022
by Martin
Inlet beach, Florida
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Saddle up with this one

My first B17 Brooks saddle was purchased over 20 years ago and used on my road bikes and touring bike for at least 90,000 miles so when it finally broke I really missed it. I ordered another one and after a brief break-in I am happy to say that it is just like the first one. Not only does it look classy on my mountain bike but it is a very comfortable saddle of all the ones that I own. Try one, you will love it.

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Reviewed 11/1/2018
by Texas Redfish
Cycling Enthusiast
Sugar Land Texas
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2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Great Saddle! Unbelievable Quality

I have several on all of my road bikes. Never had a more comfortable saddle.

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Reviewed 9/17/2018
by Bill
Daily Commuter
Seattle, WA
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5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.
This is the best bicycle saddle I've ever used.

Currently I'm using my B17 Books saddle on my REI CO-OP Adv 2.1 bike. The leather surface makes it easy to shift your weight while riding allowing for more comfort. The only challenge I've had is positioning the seat a bit further back on the seat post. The rails under the seat could be a bit longer to allow for a greater distance from the handlebars since I have a long torso. I plan to correct this by buying a new seat post that sits back bit further.

At this time I've put about 200 miles on this new saddle, every ride now is becoming more comfortable as it is molding to my pelvis.

The only other concern I have about this saddle is keeping the leather dry since I live on the coast of the Pacific Northwest. This Winter I'll have to take extra care to keep it dry from the rain.

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Reviewed 9/6/2018
by TidewaterBob
Cycling Enthusiast
Williamsburg, VA
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4 of 14 customers found this review helpful.
I wish I could say something good about it.

I bought this saddle partly on the basis of the glowing reviews I read here. My own experience has been (sadly) much different. I eagerly swapped out my old, much used and nearly worn out saddle and replaced it with this one. As soon as I sat on it for the first time I suspected that this might not work out. I set my reservations aside and took it for a 20 mile test ride. Those had to be the most painful 20 miles of my life. This leather saddle is slick, rock hard, inflexible and unyielding. I had sore spots that I never had before. I ride a Trek Domane SL6, well known to be a smooth and very comfortable endurance road bike. It can go over very rough surfaces without transmitting the shocks up to the rider. But with this saddle I felt every bump and jar. (And yes, I was wearing padded cycling shorts.) At the 10 mile mark I was desperate to get home. I was moaning in agony the whole way back. The trouble as I see it is that the leather is so hard that it could be used to make a hardhat or even a helmet. I really can't see it ever getting softer or more forgiving. This was an experiment that failed.

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Reviewed 8/31/2018
by The Rev
Cycling Enthusiast
Northern Kentucky
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4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.
A bit of a throwback, but a Brooks still works

If you have never ridden on a Brooks saddle, I'll warn you in advance that it takes a few miles (400-500) to get it broken in. Follow the instructions about waxing it and making sure you tighten the tension screw. (Instructions are provided.) Other than that, It's a great, comfortable ride. I'm glad I decided to purchase my B17.

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Reviewed 12/3/2021
by Gary
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Honolulu
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Nothing beats a classic

Broke in easily after a few rides. Note that the saddle comes with a small packet of Proofide , even to get you through the break in period. But you will probably want more for long term maintenance.

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Reviewed 8/10/2021
by Ted
Pacific Northwest
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Brooks B17 best for touring &� road

OK, disclaimer: I'm 70. I've used the B17 on my touring bikes for years. Now I have one for my carbon fiber road bike, too. Smooth

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Reviewed 6/28/2021
by WWFeltrider
Casual Cyclist
Long Beach, Ca.
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Brooks B17 Saddle is the best I've ever put my butt on!!

I ride a Felt 2sp Burner bike 40+ miles a week. I finally replaced my original saddle with this Brooks 17. Only thing I regret is not replacing it long ago! Must comfortable saddle one can ride with!

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Reviewed 6/21/2021
by dogbreath
Cycling Enthusiast
Tucson, AZ
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The B17 is hard to beat

I've tried a lot of saddles, but I always come back to Brooks, and the B17 is tops - sturdy, comfortable, and durable. I've put 1000s of miles on Brooks saddles, and this most recent purchase was for a new bike in the quiver. It's every bit the quality I expect.

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Reviewed 6/1/2021
by Scott
Daily Commuter
San Francisco
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Usually a great deal, but....

I found what I thought was a great deal - a replacement for my worn out and retired Brooks saddle at a lower price point than my first Brooks bike seat. The lower cost was a result of the pandemic, so I had to wait months for the new saddle, but it arrived and was great...except one rivet was out of alignment and gave me a saddle sore. I guess the factory was still getting back into order when they made and shipped this Brooks saddle.

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Reviewed 5/28/2021
by Stuart
Casual Cyclist
Western Virginia
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Just as Good as Ever!

In an era when so many consumer goods are plagued with diminished quality, it is most refreshing to review the B17 saddle. I first rode on Brooks in 1971 and have had Brooks saddles on various bikes over the years. This 2021 version is every bit the great quality of craftsmanship and material that has been the norm over the last 50 years even with the several different owners of the Brooks brand.

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Reviewed 12/3/2016
by Shark Boy
Cycling Enthusiast
Colorado
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Tried one, now have three

Had a leather saddle 40 years ago, and gave it away with the bike. Was trying to ride on the cheap for many years thinking that the new technology had to be better. Wrong. Tried over a dozen different saddles, finally went back to the Brooks B17. Was as good as any of the others, and only got better. Now have three for four bikes, including a B17 Imperial on a full custom Ti roadster. Fourth bike? Kid rides it in another state, that's why I don't have 4 Brooks. Expensive? Yes. Worth it? After 450 miles in 7 days over Colorado mountains with no saddle sores or hot spots, abso-freaking-lutely!

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Reviewed 3/29/2021
by Roy
Casual Cyclist
New York City
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Lowest price anywhere, highest quality product and customer service

Waited three months for this saddle to arrive from the UK because of a huge pandemic backlog, and well worth it (stores here in NYC were out of this saddle for many more months than that). The customer service folk at biketiresdirect could not have been more responsive and helpful -- and by far, this was the best price I found anywhere.

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