My experience with sierra is that what they sell is usually not the current year, but that is clearly stated in a global way. The prices are great and the return policies are generous and easy. In my opinion the changes shebeest made to their chamois this year were for the worse, so you are lucky to have picked up the older model at such a good price. They decided to put a 'cut out' in the chamois, but if you aren't using a saddle with a cut out its a big problem, not enough support where you need it.