Originally Posted by
kickstart
I sometimes ride in jeans, and commute 14 miles a day in cheap work pants, none show the slightest sign of saddle wear, and this is on Brooks saddles. Going by the posts here, perhaps its the difference in riding position? I can see why sitting upright could put less stress on the crotch of pants.
I am extremely picky about seat design and comfort. If it don't fits, i don't sits. I put my comfort cruiser seat on the uptown, and it was immediately clear that it was not going to work. Stuck the stock seat back on, and couldnt be happier. I will say though in all honesty that ive gained a bit of weight since 2 years ago, so that causes my pants to ride up in normal operation. Hopefully back to my lower stable weight soon so such issues go away.
Originally Posted by
blastro
Yes, I know my short commute is wimpy! Wish it was longer.
I should mention I ride a single speed, so I'm doing a lot of pedaling. I have a smooth seat.
Lots of great points made on this thread. I get a wear spot the goes right through the pants at, wait for it, right where the seam of my underwear is. The constant sawing motion of the pants against the seam is the obvious culprit.
I'm going to change up what i wear under my pants.
I've been wearing C9 boxer briefs (only target has them it seems) and they work really well keeping everything streamlined if i'm wearing pants or my signature warmer weather cargo shorts.
- Andy