I personally like this saddle because it fits my anatomy and allows me to ride in comfort. The fact that I acquired this saddle at the lower price point is just a bonus. I have been riding on another of these saddles for the last couple of years and it has treated me very well. It hasn't broken down in the slightest. The covering is still intact and in fantastic shape. I still have several of the older riding shorts that have just the leather ( and cloth ) chamois cloth in them and I ride this saddle with them quite often and on medium rides without any discomfort. When I say " medium " I mean anywhere from 30-60 mile rides. Everyone is different and no one saddle is going to be the perfect saddle. So, that being said; would I recommend this saddle? Absolutely!