BROOKS B17 UTMOST LEATHER SADDLE

The Brooks England B17 Utmost is the finest leather saddle Brooks has ever made. Not an update to the B17 — its ultimate expression. After years of testing, discarding and beginning again, Brooks secured a leather of the highest grade they have ever worked with, combined it with tubular stainless steel rails and a completely redesigned tension pin, and assembled it with the same exceptional craftsmanship that has defined their workshop since 1866.

The leather top is 5.5mm thick, vegetable tanned, and minimally dyed to preserve its inherent natural beauty. Suspended over the rails like a hammock, it provides a uniquely breathable, tailored fit that gradually moulds to your anatomy over time. This breaking-in process is what makes a Brooks saddle genuinely personal — the more you ride it, the more it becomes yours.

The tubular stainless steel rails deliver a strong, refined structure, while hand-hammered copper rivets add a timeless finishing detail. The saddle develops a rich patina with use, aging in a way that only natural materials can.

As an authorised Brooks dealer, we are proud to have been selected by Brooks England to host one of their European picnic rides — a recognition featured in the Brooks England Journal. Have a look, it's got a ton of photos, and also some background about our shop.  As with all Brooks saddles, a B17 Utmost is a long-term commitment. Give it time, and it will return the investment tenfold!

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 275 x 175 x 65 mm

• Weight: 483g

• Leather: 5.5mm vegetable tanned, highest-grade

• Rails: tubular stainless steel

• Rivets: hand-hammered copper

• Riding position: angled (45–60°)

• Guarantee: extended 10-year (upon registration within 3 months of purchase)

Note: Like all Brooks leather saddles, the B17 Utmost requires a break-in period. Regular riding and proper care with Brooks Proofide will allow the leather to soften and mould to your shape over time.