Liz-

Welcome to TE! I always wonder how *anyone* can really give saddle advice (meaning simply that everyone's needs are so different). I spoke to Bill about mine - I had a bike with a pre-loved B17S, and ordered the B17. He actually asked me to give him feedback when I decide how it's working (how cool is that!). Your own marketing research!

The only tip I have to share (now) is if you steer with your thighs, the women's models will be way too short for you to be happy!

Oh yeah - and proofhide is cool (but caution should be exercised when opening after shipping in hot weather - duh!)

CA