The Brook's B17 saddle has been on the market for over 100 years, being featured in as early as the 1898 catalogue .

Sharing the same leather tops of the B17 models, they combine the comfort of these popular models with the extra suspension granted by two rear springs. The Flyweight used conventional steel wires but had an aluminium cantleplate and the leather significantly trimmed, it was the same width as a Flyer and 5ozs lighter. But this year they relaunched a limited edition of the Swallow made in virtually the same way as the original.In the post-war years Brooks also marketed similar saddles under the Lycett, Wrights and Leatheries names – these were all cheaper quality saddles. As well made as the B17 Champ Narrow it replaces, it's comfortable, or will be when it's fully broken in.

Management of the site was taken over by Chater-Lea in 2020 who undertook a comprehensive redesign and rebuild to enable future generations to continue to enjoy.In late 1952 (though previously available on the continent) a new B17 model, the B17F was introduced – this was essentially a modified version of the Narrow with keyhole slots in the top and a more rounded cantleplate with the leather trimmed away.

Cyclists who do not have mudguards on their bicycle, or who drive frequently through water, do tend to put a one-off application of Proofide (and leave it on) on the underside of leather to act as a water barrier from splashing. Ich wollte nach meinem C17 einen härteren Sattel, aber mit diesen Nachteilen muß ich wohl doch wieder auf einen Sportsattel wechseln.In line with Brooks' current policy of looking through the back catalogue for items that might please the contemporary audience, the concept and design of the Imperial date from around 1890, making it possibly the first-ever cycle saddle manufactured with a large hole in the middle to relieve 'perineal pressure'. A year later it was renamed the Flyweight Flyer and a Flyweight version of the Narrow was introduced. Our best-selling model for over 100 years, the B17 is the ideal bicycle saddle for commuting, gravel, road cycling and touring + trekking use. Our leather saddles come in different shapes and styles depending on what kind of bike or riding position. Note: We recommend using the Brooks Leather Saddle Care Kit (product code: 2322230) or the Brooks Proofide Single saddle grease (product code 531267) for regular care.