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[paulvmax]

Hello, I have recently taken up cycling to help with my rehabilitation following an operation on my leg. I am 25 used to be very fit, but because of certain events I have gained weight and lost fitness and strength.

I am currently doing 10 miles 4 days a week, dose your bum ever get used to the saddle ?

regards,
Paul.

 

[xxDarkRiderxx]

Paul, I am also returning to cycling after illness and congratulate you on you coninuing efforts. I think the more you ride the less uncomfortable you will feel and this should improve with time. You could also try a more upright posistion as this helps. Also raise yourself of the seat for 15 / 20 seconds periodically to replenish blood flow in that area. If things don't improve you may want to consider a different saddle.

Hope this helps.

 

[welsh dragon]

Hello. Welcome to the forum. Yes the soreness will ease if you get yourself some good padded shorts. short rides often will help as well.

 

[raleighnut]

I ride a trike since I broke my femur and they fixed it with a great big metal pin.

 

[mjr]

Yes the soreness will ease if you get yourself some good padded shorts.

Or they may make it worse, like the wrong deep-padded saddle. Bums differ. Experiment.

Oh and

 

[welsh dragon]

Or they may make it worse, like the wrong deep-padded saddle. Bums differ. Experiment.

Oh and

As with everything, its a case of trial and error. Try something, if it doesnt work try something else. Having a bike fitting may help as well. Different cycling wear works differently for each person. There are no guarantees im afraid.

 

[paulvmax]

Thanks for the response guys Ill try the padded shorts.

 

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