Biciclista, the worst experience I've had with the Brooks was getting caught in a downpour during my first 300k. I also had two flats during the rain, so the saddle was exposed while I was fixing my tire. The saddle got soaked, and I couldn't wait around for it to dry so it stretched out a bit. I've since learned to keep my body over my saddle as much as possible during rainstorms, cover it with a plastic bag if I stop, and ride with a cover if the rain lasts very long. Fortunately that's an unusual occurrence where I live.