Is Brooks cambium comfortable?
The Cambium is supple and comfy the first time your cheeks hit it. With its sleek, futuristic-looking carbon chassis (I say chassis instead of rails because it’s one part that makes up the rails as well as the rounded back and tip that the top is riveted to), the C13 is the lightest, priciest Cambium in the lineup.
Is Brooks cambium good?
Price. With a retail price of $120 (we found it for less via Amazon) the Brooks Cambium C17 All Weather isn’t cheap but does compare to most decent aftermarket saddles. With its stylish aesthetic, comfortable profile and smooth ride, it’s well worth the investment, equally-suited to Lycra or plain clothes rides.
What is cambium Brooks?
The Cambium is a third path to enlightenment. It has the same basic structure as a classic Brooks saddle, but instead of a sheet of leather across the ends of the rails, Brooks has come up with a combination of vulcanised natural rubber, cotton canvas and structural textile for the top.
Does Brooks cambium break in?
Saddle comfort is about getting the right shape to match your backside, leather saddles like the Brooks will break in and get more comfortable over time, but they won’t significantly change shape. If you have the wrong shaped Brooks, it will never “break in” and get comfortable.
What is the difference between Brooks C15 and C17?
The C15 is a road or MTB saddle, very versatile and a better fit for a more sporty rider looking for something sleeker and more versatile than the C17 and finally the Carved, designed to relieve pressure off the perineum on longer rides.
Where are Brooks cambium saddles made?
Italy
The company that began life in Birmingham in 1866 is now owned by Italian saddle behemoth Selle Royal, and this Brooks Cambium saddle is manufactured in Italy.
What is the lightest Brooks saddle?
Cambium C13
Now the new Cambium C13 All-Weather family delivers waterproof versions of Brooks’ lightest saddle with full carbon rails, for gravellers, bikepackers & commuters who pedal in the harshest conditions.
How do you size a Brooks saddle?
You don’t want to be sitting on the cantle plate as it will remain as firm as the metal it’s made of and will not conform to the shape of your sit bones. This means you need to add 20 to 30mm to the width for a Brooks in comparison to a regular saddle.
Is Brooks cambium waterproof?
The range has evolved, with the All Weather models having the cotton top layer replaced with a nylon one which makes it completely waterproof, ideal if your bike has to spend a lot of time outside in the elements. Its main construction is still made from vulcanised rubber, and the saddle is very comfortable.
What is the difference between Brooks cambium and cambium C15?
The Cambium maintains some of the iconic Brooks looks but aims to up the performance with a more modern shape and lower weight. The shell of the saddle is made of Vulcanized Natural Rubber, giving the saddle unique ride characteristics. Riders looking for a durable saddle with classic styling will appreciate the Cambium C15.
What is a Brooks cambium saddle?
The Brooks Cambium is a unique saddle with classic looks reminiscent of Brooks famous leather saddles such as the B-17. Brooks has long been known for high quality tensioned leather saddles. The Cambium maintains the iconic look but aims to up performance with a modern shape and lower weight.
Is the Brooks Cambrium C19 too wide for me?
So while the C17 Carved I had was pretty good, I did want something wider but Brooks had not yet brought out the other variants. Fast forward to today and the Cambrium is available in both wider and narrower variants, so when I bought a new bike I bought a the C19 Carved. At 184mm, this should be too wide for me.
Should I get a cambium saddle for my road bike?
There is a small weight penalty over a performance saddle due to the C17’s steel rails, and you might not want a Cambium on your full-on race bike – there is surely a trade-off in power for this much comfort – but for an endurance or touring bike, commuter or winter trainer this is a perfect saddle when it comes to performance and looks.