Brookes Saddles

[rb58]

Oh, and it's a hardy rider indeed who doesn't wear padded shorts with a Brooks. Chapeau!!

 

[Davidc]

I'm a long time Brooks user, but would suggest given the lack of time that it might be a high risk option. You might be better off with something like a charge spoon.

I inherited a gel saddle on one bike and tried it. Worst sore backside I've ever had on a bike.

 

[GrumpyGregry]

Oh, and it's a hardy rider indeed who doesn't wear padded shorts with a Brooks. Chapeau!!

actually, if your arse is brooks shaped 200km in cycling bottoms with no padding in is, ime, entirely doable without discomfort.

 

[Ian H]

I'm guessing that this 300 mile ride is actually going to be several days adding up to 300. If so then it's more achievable from a low base.

 

[User482]

I did the LVIS audax last Sunday - the most popular saddle seemed to be a Charge Spoon. I certainly find mine very comfortable (and it's cheap), but I did a mere 140 miles!

 

[JamieRegan]

The 300 miles is over 5 days, but we do have some mountains to go over on the Isle of Harris. I have no doubts that it's going to be the toughest thing I've ever done, but I'm mentally prepared for that. I think it'll be fine. We have B&Bs booked for each day and I'm sure that the lure of a cold beer each night will be enough to get us through.

I'll report back when I've done it and let you know how I got on.

I'll take a look at the Charge Spoon. I think there are enough people to say that a Brooks isn't for me, this time. Maybe it's something I'll look at for next time.

 

[Davidc]

actually, if your arse is brooks shaped 200km in cycling bottoms with no padding in is, ime, entirely doable without discomfort.

I'd go further Greg - I once tried padded shorts with a B17 to see what they'd be like, after having it suggested as a good idea.

The saddle was perfectly comfortable for all day riding without padding, but severe soreness set in after 1 1/2 hours with the padding. Changed into normal sports shorts and rode for the next 7 hours. I was less sore after 8 1/2 hours than after the first 1 1/2 hours!

 

[Manonabike]

Are you getting your stuff transported each day? If so get a different saddle to take as a back up in case the one grieves you.

Good idea.