What can you do about saddle soreness on your bike?
There is no such thing as a perfect saddle for everyone. Everyone has a different build. Did you know that saddle pain is not only related to your saddle, but also to your own position on the bike? How your bike is set up also influences your saddle pain. People who are a bit heavier will experience more saddle soreness. People who are lighter will suffer less from saddle soreness.
Do you suffer from saddle pain while cycling? In this article you can read tips to prevent saddle soreness.
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Think about your attitude on the bike
In general you can say that there are three cycling positions. The first is upright. You usually see this posture on a city bike, such as with the Cortina U1 RN 2022. The second posture that you often see is slightly bent over. You often see this with a holiday bike. In addition, you also have the deep cycling position. You often see this with a racing bike, such as with the Koga Colmaro Sports 2022.
You have the least chance of saddle soreness in the second cycling position: slightly bent over. Why? This way you don’t sit with all your weight on your saddle.
Type of saddle for saddle pain
Do you suffer from saddle pain when you cycle? Below we give the most common saddle sore spots and which saddle fits best.
Sit bones hurt
Do you mainly suffer from your sit bones? Then buy a saddle that is a bit softer. You can also sit a little deeper on your current saddle. You do this by sitting slightly more bent over with a lower handlebar. In this position, the distance between your sit bones is slightly smaller. You may need a slightly narrower saddle in this position. A suspension seatpost can also sometimes provide relief if you suffer from your sit bones while cycling. For example, take a look at the XLC Rio.
tailbone hurts
Do you mainly suffer from your tailbone when you cycle? Then buy a somewhat harder saddle or try to sit less upright. This prevents all the weight from being on your tailbone. Also, a wider slot in the middle of your saddle can provide relief.
Suffering from irritated skin
Do you suffer from irritated skin when you are on your bike? Then buy a slightly harder saddle and level it. This prevents you from sliding on your saddle. In this case, you can also purchase cycling shorts with a chamois or put on under your regular clothing with a chamois in it.
Followed the above tips and still suffer from irritated skin? Then it is best to use zinc ointment, for example Cutimed Protect.
Are you a recreational cyclist? Read in this article more about recreational cyclists who demand more safety and comfort on their bicycle.
