Bob_in_Midland

I fully understand your situation. Let's see, I've tried a Cloud 9, a Serfas RX, a Schwinn noseless seat, a Specialized Expedition, and a few others. I've tried hard saddles and soft saddles. I found that the soft saddles (seats) made the problem worse rather than better. I recently bought a Specialized Milano (NOT the Milano Gel), and I really think that I have found the right saddle for me. It is a little wider (175 mm) to accomodate my wider sit-bones, and I finally feel like I'm being properly supported. The Serfas RX was close, but I could still tell that the seat was just a bit too narrow. Ok for short stuff, but not for longer rides.

And I agree with some of the other people who have posted on this topic. Lower the seat a bit, and stay away from the softer "comfort" saddles. If you're looking to ride for any distance other than just down the street, look for a saddle which will "support" you rather than one you sink in to. Makes a HUGE difference.

milehile

I'll look at the Milano. Thanks

LittleChainring

He hated it - sent it right back. Said it was way too hard, and he kept slipping off. (Now maybe he'll try the padded shorts I lent him...)

mandopickr

I tried a SMP Selle Stryke, which has a nose that is tilted down. I found it to be very comfortable. On the bike, it felt the same, except the boys had much more room.

Bob_in_Midland

I saw the Selle SMP Strike Martin Touring Saddle on cbike.com, and it is very intriguing. It has the deep groove that I liked on the Serfas saddle I had tried, and has the width I need. Might be worth a look.

An update on the Milano saddle. I'm returning it. Maybe I should have tried he gel version. While I like the width, it has proven to be a bit hard for my riding position (upright). The search goes on.

b_young

Brooks, B-17 or champion flyer, my backside has been happy every since I got mine. I found out an easy way to break them in. I put a lot of proofide on it. Then went for a 60 mile ride with some friends. It rained like crazy that morning and by the end of the day the seat was great. So, proofide it then put water on it and ride about 10 miles. Brooks seat need to be angled up more in the nose than the rest do but it puts your sit bones in the right location. The boys thanked me later for the switch to brooks.

Ex-Floridian

Man, I have two of these and I love them.. I used to have a problem with considerable numbness in the crotch area and this alleviated the problem completely. Very comfortable and takes some getting used to but I enjoy riding on them and can go forever on it. (If my legs don't wear out first).