The Only Treatment Your Brooks Saddle Needs
Brooks Proofide is a specially formulated leather dressing that has been conditioning, preserving, and shower-proofing Brooks leather saddles for generations. Made from natural ingredients including tallow, cod oil, vegetable oil, paraffin wax, beeswax, and citronella oil, this cream keeps leather supple while assisting the essential break-in process that transforms a new Brooks saddle into your most comfortable riding companion. Proofide is the only substance Brooks recommends for caring for their leather saddles—its unique formula is designed to work specifically with Brooks leather to maintain the perfect balance of suppleness and structural integrity.
During the break-in period, Proofide should be applied several times to help the leather mold to your unique anatomy. Once broken in, periodic application every 3-6 months keeps the leather nourished and protected from the elements. The application process is straightforward: apply a thin layer to the finished top side of the leather, allow it to penetrate for at least one hour, then vigorously buff with a clean, soft cloth until a healthy sheen returns. For the underside, leave the coating on to protect against dirt and moisture. While Proofide softens and conditions the leather beautifully, it's important not to over-apply—excessive use can over-soften the leather to the point where it no longer properly supports the rider's weight.
Built to Last
- Natural ingredient formula: tallow, cod oil, vegetable oil, paraffin wax, beeswax, and citronella oil.
- Specially formulated by Brooks exclusively for Brooks leather saddles—the only treatment they recommend.
- Conditions and nourishes leather to maintain optimal suppleness without over-softening.
- Preserves leather for long-term durability and extends saddle lifespan through proper care.
- Shower-proofs leather to provide protection against light rain and moisture.
- Assists break-in process—helps leather mold to rider's anatomy for personalized comfort.
- Protects underside of saddle against dirt, moisture, and road debris when left unpolished.
- Restores healthy sheen to leather surface after buffing.
- Also suitable for Brooks leather bags, grips, and bar tape.
- Essential during break-in period—apply several times as saddle conforms to your shape.
- Long-term maintenance: reapply every 3-6 months depending on riding frequency and conditions.
- 30ml tin provides multiple applications for years of saddle care.
- Traditional Brooks product used by riders for generations.
