Hey guys (and gals), this is my first post so please don't hate me if this is a stupid question. I just recently bought a road bike to use for commuting and exercise. It's a 2011 Specialized Allez Steel with downtube shifters. It's pretty sweet! The problem is, I just rode it for the first time a couple days ago and I was on my bike for about 30 minutes in the morning and then another 30 minutes in the afternoon. I was wearing street clothes and a helmet. It was pretty fun riding it; however, my butt bones (proper term?) are killing me. I'm wondering if I need to swap the seat for a bigger one, or if I should just buy some cycling shorts with pads to wear under my pants. Anyone have any experience wearing cycling shorts under their street clothes? Is this a good idea, or should I just buy a different seat? I only plan on using the bike for about an hour a day so I'm not doing anything too long distance. Also, while I'm posting, I should say that it feels like quite a reach/stretch to grab the brakes on my bike. Maybe I need a shorter stem? Sorry guys! I know these are probably stupid questions but please help!