Originally Posted by
mexipat
I've always been able to get along with the stock saddle on my bikes as long as I stand up every ten minutes or so.
The most important element in saddle happiness isn't the saddle itself, it's the Fit.
Too low, too high, off level or badly positioned on the rails and the saddle won't be comfortable.
Get it checked by using one of the established fitting systems yourself or go to an experienced fitter.
That being said "stock" saddles are one item that mfgs can cut cost on, and do.
Many are miserable lumps that look like a good place to spend hours but are not.
Finding the "right" one is a personal quest and it can change w/ each type of bike one rides.
Just as important is the selection of cycling shorts, very personal and just as important as saddle choice.
I stand whenever I feel like it, and do ride a FG where it is necessary, but every 10 minutes is quite a bit.
Like many things in cycling the "cure" is often getting more seat time and adapting.
-Bandera