Gooky - Yes! Brilliant - Yes!
First impression was the unusual shape and as such I was a little sceptical whether it would be comfortable, but the reality is it provides a brilliant comfortable ride. Ridden for years with traditional saddles, but recently underwent surgery in the "under carriage" area. The Consultant would not confirm a link, but I am convinced there was. The advice that accompanies the saddle suggests a progressive breaking in period with increasing time in the saddle. However, my first ride of 4 hours was extremely comfortable and with no genital numbness at all, in comparison with that previously experienced with traditional type saddles. In terms of style the ISM saddle is designed to sit further back (about two inches) - so some may be put off by this - but for me it was a great buy and have converted my seven bike "stable" with variations of the ISM. Really pleased.