Brooks B17 Arguably the most popular saddle in the Brooks range, the B17 has barely changed its design for over 100 years. It has a traditional steel frame with riveted leather and three air-holes for ventilation.

Which Brooks saddle is best for touring?

Brooks B17 Saddle – The Best Brooks Touring Saddle For Your Butt! The B17 Brooks touring saddle is the first choice of bicycle touring saddle for many long distance cyclists. After using a Brooks saddle for touring over thousands of miles myself, heres why I think its the best bike saddle for long rides.

Why do I feel my bones when I sit?

If youve ever been sitting for a long time and noticed a pain in your buttocks, it could be a problem related to the tuberosity in your pelvis. Its also referred to as your sit bones or seat bones because it absorbs your weight when you sit.

Is Brooks cambium comfortable?

Its a great saddle thats comfortable, durable, unique and worth every penny. Truth is, the Brooks Cambium doesnt feel like any other saddle Ive ridden—because I cant feel it.

Does your bum get used to cycling?

Like all aspects of cycling training, you have to build-up slowly and allow your body to adapt. Theres no doubt that your undercarriage does get used to time in the saddle but you cant rush it. Novice riders tend to sit fairly heavily on their saddles and, because of this, typically bounce more in the saddle.

What is your butt bone called?

What is the tailbone/coccyx? Your coccyx is made up of three to five fused vertebrae (bones). It lies beneath the sacrum, a bone structure at the base of your spine. Several tendons, muscles and ligaments connect to it.