Uneven weight distribution

[RedFeend]

I am just getting going again after a 23 year break, (apologies to you if I am repeating myself).
I am doing a 6 1/2 mile circuit in 45 mins, just taking things steady. Would do more if it wasn't always windy here.

I have noticed that I am putting more weight on my left seat bone than the right. Afterward, when I wash I can feel one bony side is a little tender.
I am riding on a saddle suitable for supporting my 12 stone, 50 yr old (hopefully soon to reduce in size) backside.

Should I bother much about this as a totally unfit 'returner'? As I get fitter will I even up, or will it develop into persistant crooked posture if I don't address it now?

I can't remember even thinking about such things in the past, but I have never been so unfit.

Answers on a postcard please.

 

[numbnuts]

Put your wallet in the other pocket

 

[Rob3rt]

The degree of concern depends on why you sit like that.

 

[RedFeend]

Put your wallet in the other pocket

If only I had enough loose change!

 

[RedFeend]

The degree of concern depends on why you sit like that.

OK So in a way I've asked for this. Should've known better than to ask such a question on here.
Is there a delete button? The replies can only get more personal.

It could be because I broke my back 23 years ago, but I try not to automatically blame that.

 

[PaulSecteur]

Might be worth checking that the saddle is straight.

Stand behind the bike, look along the length of the saddle and it should line up with the headset of fork steerer tube. (Where the handlebar stem connects)

 

[Summerking]

if it was me I'd get my other half to stand behind me whilst I sat on the bike and tell me if I am off to one side?. Do you wear padded shorts?
I,d say a sore sitbone is to be expected after a long absence and will toughen up after a few more rides

 

[jefmcg]

I am riding on a saddle suitable for supporting my 12 stone, 50 yr old (hopefully soon to reduce in size) backside.

Are you sure this is true? The pain would suggest otherwise.

There is no universal saddle, it's whether it's right for you.

 

[RWright]

Try padded shorts if you are not using them, and even then it takes your ass a while to acclimate. It could be a number of things but padded shorts and a little time is where I would begin.

 

[RedFeend]

Try padded shorts if you are not using them, and even then it takes your ass a while to acclimate. It could be a number of things but padded shorts and a little time is where I would begin.

Thanks for the advice. I've bought the shorts but not worn them yet. Didn't want to look like the proverbial over dressed, overweight, under experienced jerk. New bike, new shoes, new to cleats and new Lycra.

Looks like Hobson's choice.

 

[RedFeend]

Are you sure this is true? The pain would suggest otherwise.

There is no universal saddle, it's whether it's right for you.

I did seek advice from my LBS where I bought the bike, and explain my need to sit in a more upright position. I suppose I could seek their opinion.

They are a Specialized dealer and my bike is Specialized. Don't they have a device for measuring your seat?
I never had this problem on my old (1979) bike.

 

[RedFeend]

Might be worth checking that the saddle is straight.

Stand behind the bike, look along the length of the saddle and it should line up with the headset of fork steerer tube. (Where the handlebar stem connects)

Thank you. I'm sure it is but will make doubly sure in the morning.

 

[SpokeyDokey]

Serious answer here:

Is your posture straight when off the bike, do you lean over to one side, is one leg slightly shorter - doesn't have to be much, could be a few mm and that may be enough to cause the effect you describe.

Just asking as maybe your nasty accident could have put the rest of your frame 'out'.

Not sure what to suggest but maybe there are specialist bike fitting experts that could help?

Well done for getting out on your bike - keep it up. Maybe after a few months the soreness will go anyway - maybe it is as simple as having a proper saddle fit etc.

Good luck with it all.

 

[Sillyoldman]

Goo

Serious answer here:

Is your posture straight when off the bike, do you lean over to one side, is one leg slightly shorter - doesn't have to be much, could be a few mm and that may be enough to cause the effect you describe.

Just asking as maybe your nasty accident could have put the rest of your frame 'out'.

Not sure what to suggest but maybe there are specialist bike fitting experts that could help?

Well done for getting out on your bike - keep it up. Maybe after a few months the soreness will go anyway - maybe it is as simple as having a proper saddle fit etc.

Good luck with it all.

Good suggestion.

 

[Shut Up Legs]

Sometimes having slightly different (i.e. left differing from right) innersoles in whatever shoes you use for cycling can help .