The B67 is wider, like the B68. I rode both and preferred the 68 but now it seems to rub my thighs so I went back to a 17 champion special. I may try to tension it....
On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 10:08:21 AM UTC-4 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello! > I've never sat on a B67, but if Riv's info is correct, it's the same > dimensions as a B17. I ride fairly upright and use a B17 and find it VERY > comfortable (and I'm 6'3" 220). I'm assuming you've ruled that out or have > tried it and it didn't work, though. What John said about the wiggle room > to the sides is good info, too...that might make the 67 edge out the 17 if > you think that'd make the saddle more comfy. > > Ben > > > On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 8:57:07 AM UTC-5 John A. Bennett wrote: > >> Before you rule out a Brooks B-67, Jesse, there's one thing to consider: >> The springs are very stiff, and only provide the minimum of >> shock-absorbing qualities. >> >> What the springs *do* allow is a little sideways movement as you pedal, >> dipping a little with each pedal stroke. >> It's a great saddle for an upright position, giving your sit-bones the >> perfect platform on which to perch. >> >> - John in Portland >> >> >> >> On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 4:42:42 AM UTC-7 Jesse wrote: >> >>> What I really want is a sprung Brooks, but I'm not heavy enough to >>> actuate the springs. Can't afford a Berthoud. >>> >>> The only other option I know of is the Rivet Loveland, which I've heard >>> is excellent quality. >>> >>> Anything else to consider? >>> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/92fb6b48-79fd-45c5-acf0-7eb645006b21n%40googlegroups.com.
