I've tried a couple of WTB saddles (Vigo and Pure V), and while they're OK, neither completely got rid of my soft tissue discomfort.
Two that do work for me are a Specialized Alias on my go-fast, and the wider Terry Liberator Y "Gelissimo". For a B17 replacement, I'd recommend the Terry. its gel layer is firm enough to not feel squishy, and the cutout is well placed to relieve the pressure that causes me pain. BTW, I have slotted a B17 and a Flyer, and that does help. My process: Start with a 1/2" drill to enlarge the existing vent holes, drill more holes in between and (for my anatomy) one more hole forward of the forward hole, then trim out the waste with a razor knife. A sharp vegetable peeler works well as a skiver to smooth and shape the edge of the cutout. Ride it, see where you still have contact with the edges, and trim to suit. If you reach underneath and give yourself a poke, you may be amazed at how much flesh extends through the hole - all that was getting crushed before You might want to wait until the neighbors aren't looking to try that. Burnish the raw cut edge with some Proofide and the round shaft of a screwdriver. If the saddle wants to sag too much, drill a few holes along the bottom edge and lace it up with a leather shoelace. Bill On Nov 22, 7:02 am, JGS <jonat...@jonfipro.com> wrote: > Hey there, > > I've been riding w/ Brooks saddle for several years and I've come to > worry that I'm putting too much pressure on my softer parts. I've try > adjustments but I'd love to know if anyone has a recommendation for a > simple saddle w/ a slot to protect me that might be great and look > good w/ my Atlantis. > > Thanks so much! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
