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The survival of Brooks

Posted on 29 July, 2016 by doug
Modern day Brooks B1866

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The survival of Brooks is something I’m pleased to see and yet shouldn’t take for granted.  When I say Brooks, I refer to the makers of traditional leather saddles as the mainstay of the business. Starting in Victorian times, Brooks … Continue reading →

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Brooks Limited Edition Swallow

Posted on 6 May, 2014 by doug

I came across the interesting, timeless and curious Brooks Swallow saddle, produced as a limited edition.  In the case of the photograph below, this is one of the 2007 models where just 999 were made. Alternative colours have also been … Continue reading →

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Brooks B17 saddle – a 27 year love affair

Posted on 15 January, 2011 by doug

My 27 year old Dawes Galaxy (with Argos respray), complete with the much loved Brooks B17 saddle We’ve ridden thousands of miles together and its been such a great saddle, Brooks was simply the most obvious choice for the new … Continue reading →

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