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Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's
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Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's

Item # 784769

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The Brooks Flyer saddle is made from real leather and is equipped with springs for extra comfort on rough roads.

  • Leather provides natural "give" by stretching and flexing, and because it doesn't need padding, it's a cool option in warm weather
  • The saddle will age and break in over time
  • Bag loops permit the use of a traditional English-style touring bag on the rear of the seat

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Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's Specs

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Description

Weight835 grams
Material(s)Leather/steel
Dimensions10.7 x 6.5 inches

Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's Customer Reviews

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Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's
 
4.3

(based on 6 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (3)

Cons

  • Heavy (3)

Best Uses

  • Long rides (5)
  • Commuting (4)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid cyclist (6)

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Apr

3

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Perfect saddle for general riding

By NeoMoses

from Detroit, MI

About Me Avid Cyclist

Pros

  • Durable
  • Extremely Comfortable
  • Good Padding

Cons

  • Heavy

Best Uses

  • All Around
  • Commuting
  • Long Rides
  • Mountain Biking
  • Touring

Comments about Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's:

I never really enjoyed long distance cycling until I got my Brooks Champion Flyer. Very short break-in period, around 100 miles. I ended up putting about 1500 miles on it last summer, including a couple of centuries and a 4 day, 325 mile tour (DALMAC). I took most of the winter off, but just hopped on the bike again in mid March. This seat is just as comfortable as ever. Bottom line: you won't find a more comfortable saddle for commuting, road riding/touring, or mountain biking.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Jul

17

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

real comfort for the long haul

By hackneyedsojourn

from Boston, Ma.

About Me Avid Cyclist

Pros

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Commuting
    • Long Rides

    Comments about Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's:

    I've found the Brooks Flyer to provide extreme comfort for long distance and commutes through neglected industrial areas where road conditions keep most cars from daring to drive them. The design does encourage a more upright seating position than is desireable for all circumstances, but can be overcome once you're used to it. I would recomend this to anyone who has had to think twice about maintaining daily distant rides due to an aching rear.

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    5

    2009

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Excellent, comfortable saddle

    By centuryrider

    from Burlington NC

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Conforms to you
    • Durable
    • High Quality

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Commuting
    • Long Rides

    Comments about Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's:

    I have this saddle on a Cannondale T800. It is the fourth Brooks saddle I have owned in the last 38 years (Brooks Pro, another B17, and B67). They have all been excellent. This particular saddle took a little longer to break in, even with regular applications of Proofide as directed. After about 450 miles it has been great. I have tried other saddles such as Specialized BG and they just don't measure up, although initially they might be slightly more comfortable. Once the break in stage is over, the Brooks cannot be surpassed. For me, the advantages far outweigh the slight weight penalty.

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Jul

    21

    2010

     
    5.0

    Old design but still good & comfortable

    By Earthman

    from Fountain Valley, CA

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Conforms to butt
    • Durable
    • Soaks up the bumps

    Cons

    • Not water repellent
    • Weighs more than Gels

    Best Uses

    • All Around
    • Commuting
    • Long Rides
    • Mountain Biking
    • Road Racing

    Comments about Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's:

    Around 25 years ago, the saddle manufacturers started making padded and lightweight saddles that were designed for somebody's else's sitting anatomy-not mine. This Brooks saddle was very heavy when compared to the new one's. The bike shops got rid of the Brooks saddles. I saw three in the bike shop and bought the cheapest for [$]. I broke it in and it was so comfortable and went back to the shop and bought the other 2 Brooks at bargain prices. Now it is coming back. The Brooks saddles conformed to my anatomy. I also bought the Proofhide that the bike shop was glad to get rid of.I have tried other modern lightweight saddles - gel and whatever but none fit my anatomy. I always wondered whose butt was used in the modern designs. My cycling friends wondered the same.

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Jun

    20

    2010

     
    5.0

    best saddle for me

    By keeth

    from Maryland

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    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Long Rides

        Comments about Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's:

        I use my mountain bike as a long distance touring bike along the C & O Canal. I`ve tried a few saddles before I found the Brooks. After break in it fits me fine,,now my son wants to try one. This is the last saddle I am going to buy.

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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Jun

        20

        2009

        (0 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Lots of hype...poor quality.

        By Bob Kayak

        from San Jose, CA

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good springs
        • Nice leather

        Cons

        • Rivets razor sharp
        • Terrible quality control

        Best Uses

          Comments about Brooks England Flyer Saddle - Men's:

          Don't put your hand under the seat...you'll lose some skin!! Sharp! Rivets are smashed rather than rounded, causing them to split and tear. Can't believe this made it out the door.

          Potentially a great saddle. Brooks factory needs to correct this immediately.

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          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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