Originally Posted by simpso57

I just started cycling. I understand there is a break in period for my butt, especially since mine doesn't have much fat to begin with. That being said, I have been on a few 10+ mile rides in the past 2-3 weeks and my butt (specifically my "sit bones area") is extremely sore. I have tried to ease into it, but it just doesn't seem to be working. It is what is keeping me from riding every day, or every other day. I have proper bike shorts with the padding. I have a pretty hard seat, but I understand that softer seats would not be good for me so switching me seat is out. Any tips?