Old 01-24-15 | 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by djb
Ya ya I know it wasn't that good, but hey.

PS to Parker, smartassery aside, yes I have noticed what you mentioned, heck I noticed the small difference even when I got some new bike shorts that had much thicker and firmer padding in them, was probably about 5mm also but I listened to my legs and lowered the seats on my bikes a bit and it felt better.
Yeah, the specific answer is clear. I think the broader lesson is important too. Saddle height has to be kept up with on a constant basis. You can't just set it and forget it. Like you say, different shorts, and also shoes, new pedals, saddle aging or replacement, and I'm sure lots of other stuff all make a difference.
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