Can a new saddle cause lower back pain?

[Fish Lady]

My first long ride with my new saddle was a bummer cuase my back hurt like crazy... I though it was b/c I was dancing in the kitchen :o and moved things that haven't been moved in a few years...

But, today my back was not an issue all day, I get on my bike this evening and about half way through my ride my bike started up :confused:..

Is it possible that it's the new saddle or the new saddle isn't the right hieght?

Thanks so much for yor info and opionions!

[KnottedYet]

yes.

If the saddle makes you do shennanigans with your pelvis to get comfy, your back will pay the price. If the saddle is too high/low or too fore/aft, it'll bug your back as you compensate for the positioning.

Great book to locate (if you don't have it already): Andy Pruitt's Complete Medical Guide for Cyclists. Also, check Sheldon for saddle info. www.sheldonbrown.com

[blueskies]

I had bad lower back pain when I tried a much cushier saddle. Went back to the hard saddle (Jett) & the back pain went away.

[RoadRaven]

Yup... sure can

Knot has given you great advice.

It can be seat/bar angle
Seat/back angle

all sorts...

Hope you get it sorted.