Well, don't base your decisions on my ranting and raving. I'm quite opinionated.

But I also specialize in women's bike fits, I get paid to be opinionated!

Perhaps you should just buy the complete, and get the Brooks B17 saddle of your dreams from www.wallbike.com If you decide the B17 doesn't suit you within 6 months of purchase, you can send it back for full refund. Will your LBS give you a full refund within 6 months?

Ride, ride, ride. That's the best way to learn what you need most.