Brooks Flyer Short

Description

The Brooks Flyer Short saddle is a compact version of the classically designed leather saddle with coil springs. This vintage styled bike seat looks excellent on a steel frame bike, and with the shorter nose it works great on step-through bikes. 

Like all of the ‘short’ versions of Brooks saddles this one is made with smaller riders in mind – primarily women. The shorter nose gives you more room inside the frame of your bike if you ride a small sized bike. Additionally, it will also give you room to throw your leg through the frame on a step-through bike. 

With the increasing popularity of shorter nosed saddles in road riding this retro saddle from Brooks just makes sense. And the coiled springs turn your saddle from just a component into something that looks like a design choice. 

Leather saddles like this one from Brooks have remained popular for decades for their ability to stretch. Over time & with use the leather of the saddle will stretch & mould to your body. And to account for these changes in the surface of the saddle there is a tension bolt underneath the nose to make adjustments. As your leather saddle stretches you will be able to tighten the nose bolt & keep it nicely taut. 

The other important note on your leather saddle is caring for the leather itself. All Brooks leather saddles come with a small sachet of saddle treatment known as ‘Proofide‘ for you to use in the first 6 months. This treatment will ensure the leather remains supple as you ‘break it in’ with riding. And it will help the leather withstand the elements. However, if you will be leaving your bike in the rain & are worried about the leather – grab a Brooks Saddle Rain Cover. 

Brooks Flyer Short saddle features

• Springs for added comfort
• Durable, 5mm thick, vegetable tanned leather
• Tubular steel rivets
• Distinctive side stamp
• The iconic Brooks backplate

Specs:

• Steel rail with black powder coating
• Steel frame with springs
• Dimensions – check out the line drawing in the product images for dimensions
• Available in black, brown or honey finish

Ideal for:

• Cycling in the city
• Travelling the globe
• Casual touring

Riding Position:

Angled riding position (60°)

How to care for your leather saddle

Your new leather saddle should be treated with Brooks Proofide Saddle Dressing to help assist the “breaking-in” process. This Proofide also helps to keep the leather supple as it is carefully formulated to condition, preserve and shower-proof your saddle. Brooks Proofide is the only substance that should be used to take care of your Brooks saddle.

How to choose the right Brooks Saddle

When it comes to choosing a saddle, it can be extremely challenging to figure out what you need. A good quality saddle is not cheap, and it can be difficult to commit to something you haven’t sat on. But Brooks saddles are some of the best you can buy. So even if you are unsure, check out our Blog post on Bicycle Saddle 101 to figure out which one will work for you.