Bicycle Touring and Bikepacking

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For all the pedal pushers out there that love long distance cycling. There are no gear requirements and no 'minimum distances' here.

Have you ridden for a cheeky overnighter or a 3 year global trek? Doesn't matter, you're welcome here.

Have you got panniers, bikepacking bags or just a backpack with the essentials? Doesn't matter, you're welcome here.

Have you got the latest in carbon engineering or your dads old 10 speed from the 70's? Doesn't matter, you're welcome here.

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Spending all day everyday on bike saddle puts a special emphasis on comfort. Share your trusty favorites! (And why not the ones that didn’t work too)

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[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 year ago (3 children)

My least favorite and favorite is my brooks b17. Took me quite a bit to ride it in, which was kinda painful and i don't think i'd want to go through that process again.

Now it's great and i hope it'll last me for a long time. If i were to buy a new saddle i'd try the c17 so i wouldn't have to ride it in and not worry about water proofness, that is also a bit annoying.

Having said that, i never had trouble with any saddle really, even cheap gel ones worked for me.

[–] retrolasered 2 points 1 year ago

My b17 still kinda new. It feels good though. Maybe 150 miles so far? I felt pressure on my seat bones while riding at start, but I wouldnt describe as painful, and it never persisted as soon as I was off the bike. Its taken on a bit of shape now and thats all stopped it feels good

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

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[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I started out with Brooks C15 Carved. Had a love hate relationship with it, but after two weeks I decided that it's just too hard. For me just unusable without padded trousers. Liked the flex though! Would never recommend the uncarved versions.

Now I'm still on the lookout and really considering if I should believe what everyone says about Brooks leather saddles.. Has anyone got experiences about B17 vs Flyer? (The version with springs in the back)

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Took me about a 1000 km until it got comfortable. Was about to give up really.