Preemptive strike on butt issues

[carolp]

I have tried every type of short and changed saddles, but I still have butt issues. I started developing a hot spot after only 20 miles last week, so I decided to try a preemptive strike. I put Tegaderm over the spot where I usually have trouble before my last ride, and it seems to have helped. I rode for only around 30 miles, so that's not the best test, but I'll see what happens after a longer ride.
I think part of my problem is one of my legs is longer than the other, so I have problems on the crease between my leg and butt on the right side. Might try to try something about that too, but in the meantime, I think I may have found at least a stopgap solution.
Has anyone tried this or something else? I am now using Mad Alchemy Pure Chamois cream, which has shea butter in it, which is the best I've used, but the Tegaderm seems to be doing the trick.

[pinsonp2]

Based on a recommendation on this forum I tried Lantiseptic Skin Protectant (50% lanolin, not daily oitment) and it really works for me. It's a little sticky to apply but it lasts....at least it did on a 60 mile 10 hour ride (tought day) for me. YMMV.

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[bellissima]

carolp, try Endur-It, I know you can order it on Amazon. It really is the best anti-chafe stuff I've ver used.

[carolp]

ointments and creams just don't seem to be enough for me. My leg length discrepancy and the way the skin folds back there just creates too much friction. I'm really happy with Mad Alchemy. It's the first one I've used that seems to stay put, but it just does not seem to be enough.

[bellissima]

carolp, Endur-It is not you average cream. Is thick and stays on for really long periods, I've tried Lantiseptic and Endur-it just works better and longer for me. Cheers

[Grits]

I have the same problem you do and no type of cream or powder helped at all. Tagaderm and Bandaid blister pads have worked well, although when it is very hot they sometimes don't stay put on long rides. Lately I have been using liquid bandaid on the places that tend to chafe, and that has worked, but I haven't done any rides longer than 30 miles - might have to reapply. When the weather warms up a little more, I plan to begin my quest once again for a saddle. My Lady Diva Gel is comfortable everywhere else, but rubs those spots. I'm thinking maybe a Jett. I tried the Ruby, but it was too hard.

[OakLeaf]

FWIW, I tried Tegaderm on the arches of my feet once or twice, and it dislodged and I wound up with worse blisters than I'd have had without. I know the issues aren't exactly the same in that location, though.