Thanks for the hints, especially about the triathlete shorts, I've never looked at them before. And I'm glad to hear that the saddle will break in some more, even towards the front - it seems so darn hard, like my soft tissues don't stand a chance.
I saw pictures of the Brooks Imperial and don't see any reason why I couldn't make those same mods to the saddle myself, so I may try that later. First I have to make sure this really is the right saddle for me. I have an appointment with my fitter in two weeks.
This forum is great! (I just wish I could read it at work, but it is blocked.)
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04-18-2008, 07:24 PM #1
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04-18-2008, 07:47 PM #2
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Takes about 400 miles to get it really broken in, plus a little extra work on the nose with your hands.
That's why Wallbike gives you 6 months to return a Brooks. I love Wallbike...Last edited by KnottedYet; 04-18-2008 at 07:50 PM.
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04-19-2008, 05:15 AM #3
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anyone find a picture of one of those Brooks imperial saddleS??
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04-19-2008, 05:31 AM #4
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There are some pictures and reviews on this bikeforums thread.
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04-19-2008, 07:43 PM #5
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Check this out! Originally Posted by mimitabby
http://www.brooksengland.com/imperial/default.aspx
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04-20-2008, 06:44 PM #6
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I tried to post this yesterday, but it didn't get through the moderators, I guess. You can see the saddle at: Originally Posted by mimitabby
www dot brooksengland dot com/imperial/default.aspx
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04-20-2008, 06:57 PM #7
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I'm skeptical of the shape of that cutout. It looks very narrow, at its narrowest, and the decorative corners look like they could cause unwanted friction (and/or wear a funny pattern in your shorts
). It also seems pretty far back...
Keep in mind, this comes from someone who doesn't find cutouts comfortable in the first place, so maybe I should stick to commenting on something I know something about
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04-20-2008, 07:05 PM #8
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Here, I stole one of the images from the bikeforums thread for your discussion:
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