proper size saddle = happy a$$ :-D

After reading all the posts on here about the importance of the right sized saddle to fit your sitbones I finally realized that the discomfort I was feeling after 15-20 miles just might be due to my saddle.

Went off to the local bike shop the other day and had them measure me on the butt-o-meter and sure enough my saddle was not wide enough!

WOW, after trying the new saddle for a couple of rides on the trainer it is amazing the difference. Who would have though something some simple could make such a HUGH difference!

Thank you for all the wonderful advice I find on here!!!!

Good news, what did you wind up with?

it makes a WORLD of difference. Mine was too small as well.
I ended up with a Specialized Body geometry saddle (by far the MOST comfortable) i have tried.

I totally know what you mean-- about 6 weeks ago I finally broke down and bought a new saddle (a terry butterfly) and it's amazing how comfortable it is. And it's not just my rear that's happy, my hands feel better too...

I ended up with the Specialized body geometry saddle. So far 2 thumbs up!

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Originally Posted by drgynfyr

it makes a WORLD of difference. Mine was too small as well.
I ended up with a Specialized Body geometry saddle (by far the MOST comfortable) i have tried.

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Originally Posted by LoriO

I ended up with the Specialized body geometry saddle. So far 2 thumbs up!

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Which of the Specialized saddles did you girls end up with? Ruby, Jett, etc? I know everyone is different, but I'd like to hear what you picked. I'm needing one myself.

I believe the one I have is the Specialized Ariel. Got in a nice ride on the trainer tonight and my butt is still smiling ;):D