Ironically, the stiffer saddles tend to be the most comfortable. At least that's been my experience. I've heard many problems with comfort with the gel saddles. You'd think a little cushion is good, but it doesn't work that way. I'm also a Voler fan and suggest something like these shorts for long distance comfort. The most important thing for a saddle is the support for your "sit bones" and a nose that doesn't chafe the inside of your legs. Some saddles come in a variety of widths, so once you've had your sit bone width measure, you can choose the proper saddle. Or you do the trial and error method. As suggested, getting a fit would be a good start. The fitter will be able to put your saddle in the proper position and choose the proper stem length for you, among other things. Otherwise, you'll be guessing and wondering if you need to move things around to get more comfortable. Good luck.