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Old 04-09-18 | 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by BorderRider
Digital Gee,

a few years back, my butt + neck + lower back + feet all ached when I reached the 25 miles distance. I was on the point of quitting it all . I tried a Toupe Gel Specialized 139 mm, a Toupe Gel Specialized 143 mm, a Bontrager affinity R , all these saddles were ridden at least 125 miles. Tried a Brooks B 17 for at least 150 miles. Different LBS all fiddled with the usual and various adjustments.

On last resort I went to a LBS that had been highly recommended by many top notch riders around home. The guy was quick with his diagnostic: your bike is too small ! To make a long story short , the next year I bought a new bike (Look 566) that was perfect for my size and a Selle Italia Man Gel Flow saddle. Problems solved !

Best of luck in your search for a better saddle !
I like your thinking. A new bike might solve it!
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