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Brooks Saddles Flyer Bicycle Saddle (Men's)

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Brand Brooks
Color Aged Tan with Black Laces-Black Steel Rails
Material Leather
Outer Material Leather
Pad Type Gel Pad

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  • HANDMADE IN ENGLAND-Manufactured using 100 year old traditional techniques and the highest quality materials.
  • CLASSICALLY SPRUNG- The Brooks Flyer comes classically sprung making it perfect for trekking and touring.
  • BLACK STEEL- The rails and frame are made up of hardened black steel for the perfect mix of strength and style.
  • DOUBLE REAR SPRING- the Flyer features two rear springs for an extra layer of comfort during your ride.
  • VEGETABLE TANNED LEATHER- Brooks uses only the finest European vegetable tanned leather for their saddles, bags and accessories.
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The Flyer and its ladies model Flyer S are classically sprung saddles for long distance trekking and touring. It is directly descending from the B66 Champion, first featured in the 1927 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. Both are available with tubular steel rivets or with hand hammered copper rivets under the names of Flyer Special and Flyer S Special.

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Customers appreciate the bicycle seat's comfort, quality, and style. They find it comfortable without requiring any break-in time. Many consider it an excellent product with a classic look and retro/steampunk design. The spring stiffness and fit are also appreciated. However, some customers have issues with the weight and have differing opinions on durability.

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25 customers mention "Comfort"21 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the comfortable bicycle seat. It's soft and doesn't require breaking in. The leather is beautifully textured and soft, providing a smooth ride without feeling bumps. The seat is made of genuine thick leather and has adjustable tensioning.

"...Previously, a saddle could be comfortable to ride, but painful afterwards; or uncomfortable to ride, but at least there wasn't any pain after the..." Read more

"...to get broken in, but even out of the box, it was more comfortable than the stock gel saddle that came with my bike...." Read more

"Comfortable saddle once broken in. Looks great. Be careful not to scratch it. Heavy, if that’s the type of thing that you care about" Read more

"...First the few pros: -Made in England (not China) -Genuine thick leather seat -Adjustable tensioning Cons:..." Read more

15 customers mention "Quality"15 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the bicycle seat's quality. They mention it's an excellent saddle made of top-quality English leather and materials from a company in business since 1800.

"...But this saddle - no pain whatsoever! It's easily the best bike saddle I've ever had!..." Read more

"Excellent saddle that required very short break-in time...." Read more

"...Top quality English leather, and materials from a company in business since the 1800's fit and finish beautiful, as much a work of art as a saddle..." Read more

"this is the best seat I was sitting on велосипеде.я did not expect such a quality product получить.ничего sore and very comfortable to sit for a..." Read more

7 customers mention "Style"7 positive0 negative

Customers like the bicycle seat's style. They say it has a classic look and is comfortable. The design is timeless and retro-steampunk.

"Comfortable saddle once broken in. Looks great. Be careful not to scratch it. Heavy, if that’s the type of thing that you care about" Read more

"...So the added weight penalty is minimal and worth the cost. The design is timeless and very retro/steampunk...." Read more

"...This saddle looks and feels fantastic and the ride is really smooth; you don't feel the bumps nearly as much as a traditional saddle." Read more

"This saddle looks very nice, and has a quaint 19th century England look to it. I would even say it's a bit steampunk...." Read more

7 customers mention "Value for money"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the bicycle seat's value for money. They say the penalty is minimal and worth the cost.

"...This saddle is worth it!" Read more

"...So the added weight penalty is minimal and worth the cost. The design is timeless and very retro/steampunk...." Read more

"...Couldn't believe it was actually cheaper than a B17...." Read more

"Hands down best saddle you can get for the money ., I have three Brooks saddles on all my bikes . I WONT ride anything else...." Read more

4 customers mention "Spring stiffness"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the bicycle seat's spring stiffness. The springs absorb some of the impact when riding over humps, making it more comfortable and durable for long-distance touring. While slightly heavy, the suspension system is helpful on their 55-pound electric bike.

"...But the springs are stiff...." Read more

"...Somewhat heavy but the spring suspension system is very helpful on my heavy (55 pound electric) bike made with a stiff aluminum frame...." Read more

"...With proper care it will last a lifetime heavy duty springs for long distance touring, trekking, or commuting...." Read more

"...This seat is even more comfortable and the springs take some of the hits when you go over humps...." Read more

3 customers mention "Fit"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the fit and finish of the bicycle seat. They say it's a work of art, perfect for a bike used on roads and trails.

"...This saddle is perfect for a bike that will be used on roads and trails that can be a little rough...." Read more

"...and materials from a company in business since the 1800's fit and finish beautiful, as much a work of art as a saddle , can't say enough good..." Read more

"...The Brooks Flyer is the perfect medium between performance transfer of power and long saddle comfort." Read more

8 customers mention "Durability"4 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the bicycle seat's durability. Some find it comfortable and durable, saying it strengthens the sit bones and will last a long time. Others mention it's fragile and starts to get broken in, having mechanical failures over the past 2 years. The saddle becomes taut and loses the attributes of the broken-in leather.

"...flexibility .But somehow leather saddle takes the ump cure and make sit bones strong...." Read more

"...So far, I only have about 50 miles on this saddle. It is just starting to get broken in, but even out of the box, it was more comfortable than the..." Read more

"...This saddle will probably last many painful years due to its excellent construction, and it will remain stylish up till the day you give up and..." Read more

"...the tension, the saddle becomes taut and you lose the attributes of the broken- in leather...." Read more

4 customers mention "Weight"0 positive4 negative

Customers dislike the bicycle seat's weight.

"...Looks great. Be careful not to scratch it. Heavy, if that’s the type of thing that you care about" Read more

"Excellent saddle that required very short break-in time. Somewhat heavy but the spring suspension system is very helpful on my heavy..." Read more

"...-The springs constantly squeak when you ride. -The saddle is heavy (steel springs and rails)...." Read more

"...Soft. My only very small complaint would be; it's heavy, heavier than I imagined." Read more

The Leather is Weak
1 out of 5 stars
The Leather is Weak
I wrote the review below shortly after buying the saddle. Now that I have had it for over a year, the leather around the rivets has completely given way even though the leather on the narrower part is stiff. See photos. Makes it a horribly uncomfortable ride and a colossal disappointment. I contacted Brooks hoping for repair or replacement. After 3 separate attempts they finally responded saying the aged leather is weaker than the standard leather and is designed for someone who doesn't ride much and therefore can't break in a normal leather saddle. Seriously? Does it say that anywhere in the description? No. They did not offer to repair or replace it but instead referred me to their service person in the States and said he can replace the leather. Although I have an inquiry in to him I do not expect to follow through with this because I'm sure he'll charge more than the saddle cost me new. Wow, I'm really disappointed in Brooks. Stay away from the aged Flyer!-----------------------------------I'm a die-heard Brooks user. I have 3 B17s but got this in an effort to create a more neck-friendly ride on my 29 mile a day round trip work commute. It's really vintage looking and beautiful. Couldn't believe it was actually cheaper than a B17. I use it on my bike with high (Nitto Albatross) handlebars and with a slight upward tilt to create an upright body position. The stress is noticeably less on the wrists, shoulders, and neck. This saddle looks and feels fantastic and the ride is really smooth; you don't feel the bumps nearly as much as a traditional saddle.
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  • Paul
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Godsend!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2020
    Verified Purchase
    I, like many who are reading the reviews, I'm sure, have heard of the Brooks Saddles being legendary, but expensive. Let me start off by saying when I was in college, I broke my coccyx, which developed really bad tailbone pain from sitting too long, or on a hard surface. Going to a sporting event, especially on bleachers, is a nightmare! Regardless, I have always been anxious riding my bicycle for too long, because of the pain I would usually endure afterwards. When I moved to the city, I started riding my bike way more often, and my hunt for a saddle that wouldn't leave me in pain began. I tried saddles that reduced shock; I tried oddly shaped saddles that didn't press on my tailbone. Ultimately, I started avoiding riding my bike altogether! So, I dug into my wallet, and bought the Brooks Flyer, softened. I knew from the grapevine that the break-in period might hurt, but it would be worth it in the end. I'm not sure if it being "softened" helped any, but this saddle was a Godsend! Previously, a saddle could be comfortable to ride, but painful afterwards; or uncomfortable to ride, but at least there wasn't any pain after the ride! But this saddle - no pain whatsoever! It's easily the best bike saddle I've ever had! I am still breaking it in, there is a little bit of pain, but believe the hype! This saddle is worth it!
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  • Jeremy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great for a cyclocross bike!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2010
    Verified Purchase
    Here in Chicagoland, we have really rough roads. The common recommendation for a Brooks saddle for my bike was to go with the tried-and-true B-17. But I'm glad I got this one instead. My first 30 mile ride on my Specialized TriCross left me with VERY sore sit bones, and a painful perineal (prostate) area. That was all it took to make me start seriously considering Brooks.

    This saddle is perfect for a bike that will be used on roads and trails that can be a little rough. It is ideal for bikes whose handlebars are about the same height as the saddle. Looking at the photo, one would think that it would be a very bouncy ride. But the springs are stiff. When riding, you don't even realize it is sprung, but it takes the sharp jolt off of the bumps you feel going into your bottom and back.

    I'm too happy to carry around the extra weight of the springs. (less than a pound) It means I will ride more, and lose MORE than the one pound from my belly. Why count ounces when we are pounds overweight ourselves? If you're already very thin and have a lightweight bike, it may not be worth it to you. Give this a serious thought before going with the masses and getting a B-17.

    You can see pictures of this on my TriCross at the following URL:
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    So far, I only have about 50 miles on this saddle. It is just starting to get broken in, but even out of the box, it was more comfortable than the stock gel saddle that came with my bike. I can only imagine how good it will be in another couple hundred miles.

    Don't forget to also buy a tin of Brooks Proofide along with the saddle. It will speed up break-in and waterproof the saddle.
    15 people found this helpful
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  • R.Y
    4.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable once broken in.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022
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    Comfortable saddle once broken in. Looks great. Be careful not to scratch it. Heavy, if that’s the type of thing that you care about
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  • Richard Millhouse
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent saddle that required very short break-in time.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    Excellent saddle that required very short break-in time. Somewhat heavy but the spring suspension system is very helpful on my heavy (55 pound electric) bike made with a stiff aluminum frame. So the added weight penalty is minimal and worth the cost. The design is timeless and very retro/steampunk. So if you are a hipster-poseur, this product will make you look fab(ulous) and is de rigueur, in Portland, OR.
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  • Stephen D. Rader
    1.0 out of 5 stars The Leather is Weak
    Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2013
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    I wrote the review below shortly after buying the saddle. Now that I have had it for over a year, the leather around the rivets has completely given way even though the leather on the narrower part is stiff. See photos. Makes it a horribly uncomfortable ride and a colossal disappointment. I contacted Brooks hoping for repair or replacement. After 3 separate attempts they finally responded saying the aged leather is weaker than the standard leather and is designed for someone who doesn't ride much and therefore can't break in a normal leather saddle. Seriously? Does it say that anywhere in the description? No. They did not offer to repair or replace it but instead referred me to their service person in the States and said he can replace the leather. Although I have an inquiry in to him I do not expect to follow through with this because I'm sure he'll charge more than the saddle cost me new. Wow, I'm really disappointed in Brooks. Stay away from the aged Flyer!
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    I'm a die-heard Brooks user. I have 3 B17s but got this in an effort to create a more neck-friendly ride on my 29 mile a day round trip work commute. It's really vintage looking and beautiful. Couldn't believe it was actually cheaper than a B17. I use it on my bike with high (Nitto Albatross) handlebars and with a slight upward tilt to create an upright body position. The stress is noticeably less on the wrists, shoulders, and neck. This saddle looks and feels fantastic and the ride is really smooth; you don't feel the bumps nearly as much as a traditional saddle.
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    Stephen D. Rader
    1.0 out of 5 stars
    The Leather is Weak

    Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2013
    I wrote the review below shortly after buying the saddle. Now that I have had it for over a year, the leather around the rivets has completely given way even though the leather on the narrower part is stiff. See photos. Makes it a horribly uncomfortable ride and a colossal disappointment. I contacted Brooks hoping for repair or replacement. After 3 separate attempts they finally responded saying the aged leather is weaker than the standard leather and is designed for someone who doesn't ride much and therefore can't break in a normal leather saddle. Seriously? Does it say that anywhere in the description? No. They did not offer to repair or replace it but instead referred me to their service person in the States and said he can replace the leather. Although I have an inquiry in to him I do not expect to follow through with this because I'm sure he'll charge more than the saddle cost me new. Wow, I'm really disappointed in Brooks. Stay away from the aged Flyer!
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    I'm a die-heard Brooks user. I have 3 B17s but got this in an effort to create a more neck-friendly ride on my 29 mile a day round trip work commute. It's really vintage looking and beautiful. Couldn't believe it was actually cheaper than a B17. I use it on my bike with high (Nitto Albatross) handlebars and with a slight upward tilt to create an upright body position. The stress is noticeably less on the wrists, shoulders, and neck. This saddle looks and feels fantastic and the ride is really smooth; you don't feel the bumps nearly as much as a traditional saddle.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hands down best saddle you can get for the money
    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2015
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    Hands down best saddle you can get for the money ., I have three Brooks saddles on all my bikes . I WONT ride anything else. With proper care it will last a lifetime heavy duty springs for long distance touring, trekking, or commuting. Top quality English leather, and materials from a company in business since the 1800's fit and finish beautiful, as much a work of art as a saddle , can't say enough good about Brooks saddles
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  • Jean 34
    5.0 out of 5 stars Test , petits conseils et conclusion .
    Reviewed in France on July 17, 2018
    Verified Purchase
    Reçu dans les temps et bien emballé .
    J'ai choisi d'acheter ce modèle Flyer cuir naturel car il est déjà rodé ( Aged ) . Effectivement , après avoir utilisé pendent plusieurs année une B17 standard , je me souvient que la B17 standard neuve demandait a être rodé et cela n’a vraiment pas été agréable pour mon postérieure . Il m'a fallu supporter de grosses douleurs aux fesses pendant au moins 800 km avant de lui trouver un certain confort .
    Contrairement a mon ancienne B17 standard , cette nouvelle Flyer en cuir naturel ne demande aucun rodage , elle est très confortable dés le début . Son cuir a été sélectionné et travaillé dans les ateliers Brooks pour nous éviter d'avoir bobo aux fesses dès sa première utilisation , c'est donc la raison de mon choix , de plus , je n'ai plus envie de souffrir juste histoire de roder une selle de vélo .
    En suite , le fait qu'elle sois équipée de ressors évite l'utilisation d'un tube de selle amorti .
    Avant d’écrire ce commentaire , je suis allé tester cette nouvelle Flyer cuir naturel sur 130 km , j'ai juste été obligé de retendre un peu son cuir grasse a la clés fournie car je l'ai trouvé un peu trop souple . Je n'ai ressenti aucunes douleurs après cette petite sortie .
    Conclusion : Si vous cherchez un modèle de selle qui soit très confortable immédiatement , cette Brooks pré rodée est le meilleur choix que vous pourriez faire .
    Conseil : Si vous ne faite que quelques petits km le week-end cette selle sera un choix judicieux , car si vous choisissez un autre
    modèle non rodé il va vous falloir plusieurs dizaines de sorties avant qu'elle devienne confortable .
    Si vous faite de longues sorties le week-end , une selle Brooks non rodé fera très bien l'affaire mais vous allez avoir bobo aux fesses le
    temps du rodage . Aussi , n'oubliez surtout pas de prévoir un couvre selle , car le cuir n'aime pas trop l'eau . Si votre selle en cuir a été mouillée elle c'est sens aucun doute détendu , alors je vous déconseille de la retendre humide , mais plutôt d'attendre qu'elle sèche
    naturellement ( Elle se retendra toute seule ) Si vous la retendez humide elle s’allongera , le cuir perdra de son épaisseur et de son confort , et risquera mème de craqueler car la tension sera du coup trop élevé " C'est bien d'écouter les conseils des vieux cyclotouristes ! "
    Personnellement , j'ai choisie d'avoir du confort dès le début en choisissent cette Brooks Flyer en cuir naturel déjà rodée ( Aged )
    Attention ! sur les quatre modèles qui sont présenté sur cette page , seul celle-ci en cuir naturel est déjà rodée .
    Je suis cyclotouriste , je reviendrai vous écrire mon expérience avec cette nouvelle selle juste après mon retour du voyage de 1600 km prévu cet été .
    Si vous avez des questions j'y répondrai avec plaisir et si mon commentaire vous a été utile un petit CLIC sur UTILE fait toujours plaisir .
    Merci beaucoup et a très bientôt . Jean 34 .

    (( Retour d’expérience après avoir utilisé cette selle sur 2100 km cet été .
    Finalement je regrette de ne pas avoir acheté cette selle pré-rodé bien avant , puisque dès les premiers kilomètres elle c'est faite
    oublier . Aucune douleurs n'est venu contrarier mon voyage contrairement au B17 standard qui font automatiquement souffrir .
    Les points sur lesquels j'émettrais des reproches , c'est qu'il m'a fallu la retendre plusieurs fois pendant mon trajet pour garder le
    confort . Que le cuir Aged ( Rodé ) est plus sensible aux intempéries " housse de selle recommandé "
    Sinon , c'est le top des selles Brooks pour les grands voyageurs et aussi pour les cyclo occasionnel qui souhaite du confort dès
    la première utilisation . Voila les amis . Jean 34 ))
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    Jean 34
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Test , petits conseils et conclusion .

    Reviewed in France on July 17, 2018
    Reçu dans les temps et bien emballé .
    J'ai choisi d'acheter ce modèle Flyer cuir naturel car il est déjà rodé ( Aged ) . Effectivement , après avoir utilisé pendent plusieurs année une B17 standard , je me souvient que la B17 standard neuve demandait a être rodé et cela n’a vraiment pas été agréable pour mon postérieure . Il m'a fallu supporter de grosses douleurs aux fesses pendant au moins 800 km avant de lui trouver un certain confort .
    Contrairement a mon ancienne B17 standard , cette nouvelle Flyer en cuir naturel ne demande aucun rodage , elle est très confortable dés le début . Son cuir a été sélectionné et travaillé dans les ateliers Brooks pour nous éviter d'avoir bobo aux fesses dès sa première utilisation , c'est donc la raison de mon choix , de plus , je n'ai plus envie de souffrir juste histoire de roder une selle de vélo .
    En suite , le fait qu'elle sois équipée de ressors évite l'utilisation d'un tube de selle amorti .
    Avant d’écrire ce commentaire , je suis allé tester cette nouvelle Flyer cuir naturel sur 130 km , j'ai juste été obligé de retendre un peu son cuir grasse a la clés fournie car je l'ai trouvé un peu trop souple . Je n'ai ressenti aucunes douleurs après cette petite sortie .
    Conclusion : Si vous cherchez un modèle de selle qui soit très confortable immédiatement , cette Brooks pré rodée est le meilleur choix que vous pourriez faire .
    Conseil : Si vous ne faite que quelques petits km le week-end cette selle sera un choix judicieux , car si vous choisissez un autre
    modèle non rodé il va vous falloir plusieurs dizaines de sorties avant qu'elle devienne confortable .
    Si vous faite de longues sorties le week-end , une selle Brooks non rodé fera très bien l'affaire mais vous allez avoir bobo aux fesses le
    temps du rodage . Aussi , n'oubliez surtout pas de prévoir un couvre selle , car le cuir n'aime pas trop l'eau . Si votre selle en cuir a été mouillée elle c'est sens aucun doute détendu , alors je vous déconseille de la retendre humide , mais plutôt d'attendre qu'elle sèche
    naturellement ( Elle se retendra toute seule ) Si vous la retendez humide elle s’allongera , le cuir perdra de son épaisseur et de son confort , et risquera mème de craqueler car la tension sera du coup trop élevé " C'est bien d'écouter les conseils des vieux cyclotouristes ! "
    Personnellement , j'ai choisie d'avoir du confort dès le début en choisissent cette Brooks Flyer en cuir naturel déjà rodée ( Aged )
    Attention ! sur les quatre modèles qui sont présenté sur cette page , seul celle-ci en cuir naturel est déjà rodée .
    Je suis cyclotouriste , je reviendrai vous écrire mon expérience avec cette nouvelle selle juste après mon retour du voyage de 1600 km prévu cet été .
    Si vous avez des questions j'y répondrai avec plaisir et si mon commentaire vous a été utile un petit CLIC sur UTILE fait toujours plaisir .
    Merci beaucoup et a très bientôt . Jean 34 .

    (( Retour d’expérience après avoir utilisé cette selle sur 2100 km cet été .
    Finalement je regrette de ne pas avoir acheté cette selle pré-rodé bien avant , puisque dès les premiers kilomètres elle c'est faite
    oublier . Aucune douleurs n'est venu contrarier mon voyage contrairement au B17 standard qui font automatiquement souffrir .
    Les points sur lesquels j'émettrais des reproches , c'est qu'il m'a fallu la retendre plusieurs fois pendant mon trajet pour garder le
    confort . Que le cuir Aged ( Rodé ) est plus sensible aux intempéries " housse de selle recommandé "
    Sinon , c'est le top des selles Brooks pour les grands voyageurs et aussi pour les cyclo occasionnel qui souhaite du confort dès
    la première utilisation . Voila les amis . Jean 34 ))
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  • John Shawcross
    5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable
    Reviewed in Australia on January 19, 2020
    Verified Purchase
    The best seat for bikes. This is my second Brookes Saddle in 20 years. They last that long. I love them
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  • Xavier
    5.0 out of 5 stars Rezuma clase y elegancia
    Reviewed in Spain on September 30, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    Perfecto, justo lo que esperaba, gran material y robusto. Mi bicicleta ha ganado en presencia y valor, se nota que saben lo que hacen la gente de Brooks. hay ajustes para encontrar la forma deseada al sillín. No lo dudes, vale la pena.
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  • Terry Lee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on August 22, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    I added this beauty to my Specialized P2 and voila! Instant comfort.
    Cheers!
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  • Adriano Pilotti
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sella Brooks Aged Flyer
    Reviewed in Italy on March 3, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    Ricevuta con estrema puntualità. Montaggio semplice e veloce sulla mia city bike. Sella molto comoda che ha dato un bel tono vintage alla mia bici. Sono veramente soddisfatto.
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