I disagree.
Saddles are like shoes and if a comfortable one that fits properly is chosen in the first place then this "world of hurt" can be avoided. You wouldn't buy athletic shoes expecting blisters, corns and foot pain so why expect it from a saddle.
Choosing the right saddle is at least as important as tyre choice and gearing.
Originally Posted by
BCRider
...First of all is since you mention it's more of a deep ache the answer is just to ride more. My own muscles around those sit bone points ached at first too and still do a little after longer rides. With time and riding they'll toughen up and become more dense in that area as your muscles both tone up and develop more muscle around those points...
Originally Posted by
Andy_K
+1
I'm surprised it took so long to get this response. Nobody can just jump into biking without butt pain. It's a rite of passage.