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04-07-13, 10:58 PM
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I rode 5000 miles last year. Just rode a century yesterday. I did OK, but my butt really hurt. My "research" into the wonderful world of saddles has yielded the following: for me, saddles that are flat, both when viewed from the side and from the back are best; a cutout seems to help the chafing, as much by ventilating the area as anything else; and less is more when it comes to padding. I'm trying two such saddles this week, and keeping my fingers crossed. Thanks for all the suggestions, and I'll post when I get the "results."
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04-08-13, 06:16 PM
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Just a guess, but maybe your taint is becoming shaped differently with age - enlarged prostate? Might require that cutout or at least a center groove.
Upright fitting isn't supposed to be that esoteric. Get a saddle that is the right width for your sitz bones, and have the adjustments 'in the ballpark,' ride regularly, and that should be enough to keep you out of pain. I hear people talking of half-millimeter adjustments, and I roll my eyes. I really don't care if folks ride uprights or recumbents; but it seems pretty, well, stoopid to run through all your options without relief, and then have to cut back on your riding, all because vanity and some misconceptions keep you away from recumbents.
Upright fitting isn't supposed to be that esoteric. Get a saddle that is the right width for your sitz bones, and have the adjustments 'in the ballpark,' ride regularly, and that should be enough to keep you out of pain. I hear people talking of half-millimeter adjustments, and I roll my eyes. I really don't care if folks ride uprights or recumbents; but it seems pretty, well, stoopid to run through all your options without relief, and then have to cut back on your riding, all because vanity and some misconceptions keep you away from recumbents.
04-08-13, 07:26 PM
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Cool! BlazingPedals may have the cause. You may have seen these, but take a look at https://www.stevehoggbikefitting.com...ll-about-smps/ and various saddle info at https://www.wekeepyoucycling.com/en/e-lifesize.aspx
Also, in general, connective tissue in the body gets thinner and more fragile with age. You may have to go to one of the more radical saddle solutions to maintain comfort. Have your tried the ISM Adamo?
Also, in general, connective tissue in the body gets thinner and more fragile with age. You may have to go to one of the more radical saddle solutions to maintain comfort. Have your tried the ISM Adamo?
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I've had saddles others loved that worked like hatchets for me.
My fav: The mens version of Selle Italia SLK. It's a cut out. I've done 206 mile, 19 hour rides and the only things that don't hurt are my feet and butt.
My fav: The mens version of Selle Italia SLK. It's a cut out. I've done 206 mile, 19 hour rides and the only things that don't hurt are my feet and butt.
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This time of year as my miles and effort increases from the winter lull, I get saddle sores. I lower my saddle maybe 1/2 inch at most and move it forward maybe 1/4 inch. The adjustments are minor until it feels better. Then as I get use dto riding longer and harder, I put the saddle back in it's normal position.
To me, it's due to me not being used to the added work.
To me, it's due to me not being used to the added work.
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