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product_id: 1674846
title: "Brooks England B17, Supremely Comfortable Leather Bike Saddle"
brand: "brooks england"
price: "2075 kr"
currency: DKK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Brooks England"
url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/1674846-brooks-england-b17-supremely-comfortable-leather-bike-saddle
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# Full-grain vegetable-tanned leather Lightweight 580g steel rail frame 100+ years of craftsmanship Brooks England B17, Supremely Comfortable Leather Bike Saddle

**Brand:** brooks england
**Price:** 2075 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚴‍♂️ Ride in Legendary Comfort & Style — Join the 100-Year-Old Saddle Revolution!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Brooks England B17, Supremely Comfortable Leather Bike Saddle by brooks england
- **How much does it cost?** 2075 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/1674846-brooks-england-b17-supremely-comfortable-leather-bike-saddle)

## Best For

- brooks england enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted brooks england brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Adaptive Comfort:** Leather molds uniquely to your shape, delivering personalized comfort after just a few rides.
- • **Iconic British Style:** Handmade in England with premium steel rivets and a sleek black finish that elevates any bike.
- • **Performance Suspension:** Hammock-like leather suspension flexes with every pedal stroke, reducing pressure points.
- • **Timeless Craftsmanship:** Over a century of perfected saddle design for unmatched durability and style.
- • **Optimized for 60° Riding:** Engineered specifically for the ideal 60° riding angle favored by serious commuters and road cyclists.

## Overview

The Brooks England B17 is a premium leather bike saddle, handmade in England with 100% vegetable-tanned full-grain leather and steel rails. Designed for riders with a 60° riding angle, it offers a unique hammock-like suspension that molds to your body over time, delivering personalized comfort. Weighing just 580g, this saddle combines lightweight durability with classic British craftsmanship, making it a top choice for commuters, gravel, road, and touring cyclists seeking both performance and timeless style.

## Description

Our best-selling model for over 100 years, the B17 is the ideal bicycle saddle for commuting, gravel, road and touring use. A supremely comfortable saddle thanks to its flexible, hammock-like, performance that moves with every pedal stroke, the B17 is a bike seat designed for the 60° angled riding position. Handmade in England from beautiful and durable 100% vegetable tanned leather that will mould and shape individually to each rider, the B17 is finished with premium steel rivets and undercarriage.

Review: Here's what they don't tell you - So this magic seat is hard but it's supposed to be incredibly comfortable? It takes hundreds of miles of break in but after that it's nirvana. It's old technology but it's far better than any of the latest and greatest technologies. Hard to believe, right? Here's the deal - the concept of this seat is very simple - it's a hammock seat - meaning instead of sitting on a bunch of padding you sit on a suspension of material. I think the break in factor is an illusion - almost every bike seat I've ever used was uncomfortable at first before getting used to it. So what if people are just getting used to it? I ride motorcycles too - and realized early on that a "plush" seat is horrible after a 2+ hour ride. Why - because what was soft is now creating pressure and bottoming out where it shouldn't. Instead, a harder seat is far superior. Same applies here. So what model to choose? Is this size the same as the narrower or really wide ones? Here's the part they don't tell you - it's all about seating angle. If you ride at a more aggressive angle - you need a narrower seat sized to your sit bones. If you sit upright - you need a wider seat sized to your tuchus. Here's something you can try with your CURRENT seat - without buying anything. Ride 100 yards at the most upright position you can. Stop. Now ride 100 yards at the about a 45 degree angle representing a touring or casual mountain bike. Now ride 100 yards at about a 60 degree angle which represents a more racing/professional/hard core rider position. Which feels best to you? Your seat will tell you which is best. That's the angle the seat was designed for. Now comes the B17. The B17 is the longest running model in the Brooks line - cool, right? It's significantly wider at about 170 mm compared to 140mm for a typical road or mountain bike seat. But the real question is what are your site bones? If you have sit bones that are wider, get the B17 or C19. If you have average build but want comfort, get a B17 or C17. For you narrower people, I have nothing but resentment and fomo so you're on your own. Do you get the B17 if you ride a beach cruiser? No - get a wider model. For some riders it will "work" but not because it's the right model but because it's a happy coincidence with body type. The B17 is for people that want a 45 degree to 60 degree riding angle and have the right sit bones to use it. It's not a "sit up on top" seat. From a pure aesthetic perspective the seat is absolutely gorgeous. The leather is top notch and if it breaks in further I will be ecstatic - but it's already quite comfortable for riding and a huge improvement over my 140mm stock seat. Looking forward to many miles. Are there other seats that would provide just as much comfort? Probably. Is this an awesome seat filled with history and eclectic British style? Oh yeah. I never knew these existed until recently. Knew I had to have one. You do, too. Just pick the right one based on site bones, riding style and riding angle.
Review: Great saddle, and quick break-in time - I had a Brooks saddle many years ago in college, and had always wanted to get another one, but only if it was for the right bike. I recently did a build on a 1994 Specialized Epic, one of the first production carbon fiber bikes sold in the US, and it seemed like the time to pull the trigger. Not only does it look amazing on the bike with the leather-wrapped handlebars (also a Brooks product), but the comfort is also top-level. It took less than three rides (about 100 miles) for the saddle to break in and become super comfortable. I ride a lot, and do a lot of miles, and saddle comfort is a top priority to me. One of the keys to saddle comfort on long rides is the ability to adjust your position often and easily, and this saddle, with its fairly slick surface, allows you to make micro-adjustments while riding without having to sit up and reposition yourself. Once the leather gets some miles on it, the longitudinal suspension really starts to loosen up and the saddle is a dream to ride. I should note that I always ride with padded cycling bibs, so I can't speak to comfort if you're wearing regular shorts and undergarments with seams... you're definitely going to feel those rubbing if you ride any length of time. But for those who wear padded cycling gear, this saddle quickly becomes very comfortable. To me, the sign of a great saddle is one you never think about, because it creates no discomfort, and this classic and beautiful saddle delivers the goods. I had it on my Wish List for about six months, and one day the price dropped considerably, so I didn't hesitate. Even at normal price it's a deal, but I really scored by being patient. Even if you're not a fan of vintage bikes, this is still a great saddle that will add a lot of comfort and class to your ride.

## Features

- Leather
- Imported
- Rails: steel
- Shell: full-grain leather
- Seat Length: 275mm
- Seat Width: 175mm
- Claimed Weight: 580g

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000HZA918 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #31,010 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #62 in Bike Saddles |
| Bike Type | City Bike, Cruiser Bike, Gravel Bike |
| Brand | Brooks England |
| Brand Name | Brooks England |
| Color | BLACK |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 3,303 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00831273005245 |
| Included Components | B17 |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 14"L x 9"W x 4"H |
| Item Height | 4 inches |
| Item Type Name | bike-saddles-and-seats |
| Item Weight | 0.53 Kilograms |
| League Name | Brooks Saddles |
| Manufacturer | Brooks England |
| Material | Leather |
| Material Type | Leather |
| Outer Material | Leather |
| Pad Type | Gel Pad |
| Product Dimensions | 14"L x 9"W x 4"H |
| UPC | 831273005245 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 2 Year Manufacturer |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Brooks England
- **Color:** BLACK
- **Material:** Leather
- **Outer Material:** Leather
- **Product Dimensions:** 14"L x 9"W x 4"H

## Images

![Brooks England B17, Supremely Comfortable Leather Bike Saddle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41n-4x91Z1L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Here's what they don't tell you
*by B***T on July 31, 2020*

So this magic seat is hard but it's supposed to be incredibly comfortable? It takes hundreds of miles of break in but after that it's nirvana. It's old technology but it's far better than any of the latest and greatest technologies. Hard to believe, right? Here's the deal - the concept of this seat is very simple - it's a hammock seat - meaning instead of sitting on a bunch of padding you sit on a suspension of material. I think the break in factor is an illusion - almost every bike seat I've ever used was uncomfortable at first before getting used to it. So what if people are just getting used to it? I ride motorcycles too - and realized early on that a "plush" seat is horrible after a 2+ hour ride. Why - because what was soft is now creating pressure and bottoming out where it shouldn't. Instead, a harder seat is far superior. Same applies here. So what model to choose? Is this size the same as the narrower or really wide ones? Here's the part they don't tell you - it's all about seating angle. If you ride at a more aggressive angle - you need a narrower seat sized to your sit bones. If you sit upright - you need a wider seat sized to your tuchus. Here's something you can try with your CURRENT seat - without buying anything. Ride 100 yards at the most upright position you can. Stop. Now ride 100 yards at the about a 45 degree angle representing a touring or casual mountain bike. Now ride 100 yards at about a 60 degree angle which represents a more racing/professional/hard core rider position. Which feels best to you? Your seat will tell you which is best. That's the angle the seat was designed for. Now comes the B17. The B17 is the longest running model in the Brooks line - cool, right? It's significantly wider at about 170 mm compared to 140mm for a typical road or mountain bike seat. But the real question is what are your site bones? If you have sit bones that are wider, get the B17 or C19. If you have average build but want comfort, get a B17 or C17. For you narrower people, I have nothing but resentment and fomo so you're on your own. Do you get the B17 if you ride a beach cruiser? No - get a wider model. For some riders it will "work" but not because it's the right model but because it's a happy coincidence with body type. The B17 is for people that want a 45 degree to 60 degree riding angle and have the right sit bones to use it. It's not a "sit up on top" seat. From a pure aesthetic perspective the seat is absolutely gorgeous. The leather is top notch and if it breaks in further I will be ecstatic - but it's already quite comfortable for riding and a huge improvement over my 140mm stock seat. Looking forward to many miles. Are there other seats that would provide just as much comfort? Probably. Is this an awesome seat filled with history and eclectic British style? Oh yeah. I never knew these existed until recently. Knew I had to have one. You do, too. Just pick the right one based on site bones, riding style and riding angle.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great saddle, and quick break-in time
*by K***R on January 12, 2022*

I had a Brooks saddle many years ago in college, and had always wanted to get another one, but only if it was for the right bike. I recently did a build on a 1994 Specialized Epic, one of the first production carbon fiber bikes sold in the US, and it seemed like the time to pull the trigger. Not only does it look amazing on the bike with the leather-wrapped handlebars (also a Brooks product), but the comfort is also top-level. It took less than three rides (about 100 miles) for the saddle to break in and become super comfortable. I ride a lot, and do a lot of miles, and saddle comfort is a top priority to me. One of the keys to saddle comfort on long rides is the ability to adjust your position often and easily, and this saddle, with its fairly slick surface, allows you to make micro-adjustments while riding without having to sit up and reposition yourself. Once the leather gets some miles on it, the longitudinal suspension really starts to loosen up and the saddle is a dream to ride. I should note that I always ride with padded cycling bibs, so I can't speak to comfort if you're wearing regular shorts and undergarments with seams... you're definitely going to feel those rubbing if you ride any length of time. But for those who wear padded cycling gear, this saddle quickly becomes very comfortable. To me, the sign of a great saddle is one you never think about, because it creates no discomfort, and this classic and beautiful saddle delivers the goods. I had it on my Wish List for about six months, and one day the price dropped considerably, so I didn't hesitate. Even at normal price it's a deal, but I really scored by being patient. Even if you're not a fan of vintage bikes, this is still a great saddle that will add a lot of comfort and class to your ride.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I was skeptical, but I was truly amazed with how comfortable this seat is!
*by M***L on October 7, 2025*

I was a few days away from embarking on a 330 mile bike trip across Ohio when I realized my WTB Volt saddle wasn't going to cut it as it was making my groin numb after an hour of riding. I decided to try this brooks B17 as I have heard so much about them. I was a little skeptical at first due to a couple reviews saying it's as hard as a rock, but as soon as I installed it, I could tell it was the most comfortable seat I have ever sat on. It is not plush, but the leather is suspended, like a hammock, which provides a lot of cushion/support. It actually absorbs bumps in the road as well. After about 50 miles, and using the profide stuff, it was well broken into my butt and I had no soreness throughout my entire 6 day trip at all. Definitely spend the time to adjust the seat height and angle as it truly affects the comfort of this seat. I have read that this seat likes the front part to be angled up, but I found the most comfortable position to be about level with the ground. My handlebars are also about inline with me seat too, if that matters.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Brooks England B17, Supremely Comfortable Leather Bike Saddle
- Brooks England Proofide, Bike Leather Saddle Maintenance and Care Cream, Plain, 30ml
- Brooks England Microfiber Waterproof Bar Tape Black for Road Bikes

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*Last updated: 2026-01-26*