Crotch irritation
11-03-15, 09:16 PM
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Crotch irritation
So, here goes: the seam that runs down the crotch of my jeans (any pair) seems to shift from left to right with the pedaling of my legs, rubbing across the tip of my little guy. I'm cut, so this isn't pleasant. When I ride, it lays flat and faces forward; readjusting to the side is futile. I commute so I'm not really into buying biking shorts. I also wear underwear; boxers or briefs don't make a difference. I thought thicker compression shorts may offer padding but spending that money seems unnecessary. I bike 5-10 miles a day tops 4-5 days a week, and this bothers me. Seems ridiculous that I can't bike in normal pants. I try wearing gym shorts when I can. Not even sure if there's a solution to this. Feedback and related issues are welcomed.
Thanks yall
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11-03-15, 09:23 PM
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Try bigger pants.
11-03-15, 09:34 PM
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Try lowering your seat so you don't go side to side as much.
Or wear a skirt.
Or wear a skirt.
11-03-15, 10:02 PM
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MEC Ace Cycling Liner Shorts (Men's) - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
You wear them as underwear they have padding like cycling shorts - then change at your destination into regular underwear.
11-03-15, 10:41 PM
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Five words: Shaolin Kung Fu, Toughen Up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js_3bIni52I
Seriously, I went riding today in bibtights without a pad. Molto uncomfortablo. Got no solution except to do the baselayer shorts with pad thing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js_3bIni52I
Seriously, I went riding today in bibtights without a pad. Molto uncomfortablo. Got no solution except to do the baselayer shorts with pad thing.
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11-03-15, 11:08 PM
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Levi's makes a jean especially for riding/commuting. Stretch fabrics and flatter seams, I think they say. (I have no first hand info on how they work, how they fit, or what they look like. Just passing it along in case it's helpful)
11-03-15, 11:21 PM
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Five words: Shaolin Kung Fu, Toughen Up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js_3bIni52I
Seriously, I went riding today in bibtights without a pad. Molto uncomfortablo. Got no solution except to do the baselayer shorts with pad thing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js_3bIni52I
Seriously, I went riding today in bibtights without a pad. Molto uncomfortablo. Got no solution except to do the baselayer shorts with pad thing.
11-04-15, 07:13 AM
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This is why padded bike shorts exist. You wear them 'commando' with the pad against your skin serving as underwear. If you don't want to go that route, then do what JamesRL said - get cycling underwear for underneath your jeans.
11-04-15, 08:24 AM
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Get cycling liners:
MEC Ace Cycling Liner Shorts (Men's) - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
You wear them as underwear they have padding like cycling shorts - then change at your destination into regular underwear.
MEC Ace Cycling Liner Shorts (Men's) - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
You wear them as underwear they have padding like cycling shorts - then change at your destination into regular underwear.
11-04-15, 08:35 AM
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Besides what others suggested, I'd try a seat that is split, or has a depression in the middle. I'm also thinking your seat might be a bit high and causing extra side to side motion.
11-04-15, 08:39 AM
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Hmm, bike shorts for biking? If your looking for a more casual look, try mt bike shorts. Or just get some padded liner shorts and wear some nylon hiking shorts over them. Or just wear some poly pro knit boxers under said shorts.
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11-04-15, 07:39 PM
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Get a dance belt! 
Seriously, wear an athletic supporter--- a jock, not an athletics fan.
Oh, yeah, and stop braggin'!
Seriously, wear an athletic supporter--- a jock, not an athletics fan.Oh, yeah, and stop braggin'!
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11-05-15, 03:35 AM
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Jeans are the worst clothing for riding a bike. The seams are really thick and if they don't find a space, they will make a dent in you.
You don't need to resort to lycra or special "cycling jeans". Any outdoor gear shop will have a selection of polyester/cotton pants that are lightweight, windproof, quick-drying and have flat seams. Look for a cut that is less flappy behind the knees and I prefer to avoid too many mil-style cargo pockets.
You don't need to resort to lycra or special "cycling jeans". Any outdoor gear shop will have a selection of polyester/cotton pants that are lightweight, windproof, quick-drying and have flat seams. Look for a cut that is less flappy behind the knees and I prefer to avoid too many mil-style cargo pockets.
11-05-15, 04:03 AM
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Dear Buddy:
I have the same problem and as such, have realized the following:
1) use bicycling shorts and change into street clothes whenever possible.
2) when not possible to change (like biking to a football game), use pants that have thin seams with bike shorts underneath.
3) Do not ever bicycle with jeans.
4) When irritation becomes bad, switch to recumbent
In all honesty, I can tell you that you will not toughen up, the jeans will continue to chap you and any extra padding will not eliminate the discomfort, just delay the inevitable.
Regards,
(used to be really) Cranky
I have the same problem and as such, have realized the following:
1) use bicycling shorts and change into street clothes whenever possible.
2) when not possible to change (like biking to a football game), use pants that have thin seams with bike shorts underneath.
3) Do not ever bicycle with jeans.
4) When irritation becomes bad, switch to recumbent
In all honesty, I can tell you that you will not toughen up, the jeans will continue to chap you and any extra padding will not eliminate the discomfort, just delay the inevitable.
Regards,
(used to be really) Cranky
Last edited by crankythunder; 11-05-15 at 04:05 AM. Reason: misspellings added to verify authorship by engineer
11-05-15, 03:10 PM
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I have found boxer briefs to be my preferred undergarment if I am in street clothes.
