Quote Originally Posted by CorsairMac
This is the line that caught my eye: are you wearing cheap bike shorts? I'm not saying you should pay $125 for a pair of shorts but cheap shorts can cause problems in addition to a seat that doesn't work for you. Try Performance or even here at Team Estrogen and see what they can hook you up with. Even if you aren't riding major distances now - you might consider looking at shorts that will fit the type of riding you are hoping to do.
Also, since you aren't doing much riding yet and have had issues with the saddles, you may experience some soreness/tenderness until you've built up that area to handle time in the saddle.

as for saddles: truly individual and you're right the Bontrager on the Treks are just murderous! LOL I really like the Specialized BG saddles for women.
Thanks for asking, I have Sugoi $40 retail that I got on 10% sale. I was torn between the smalls and mediums, and went with the M because I didn't want a tight waste band--but I think the chamois is too loose. It scoots forward when I lean into the horns and drops--so I"m guessing they are part of the problem with the fore chaffing. Although, I have another "cheapish" pair of shorts that fit tighter and still have some issues. Anyway, I was shown some shorts that have a really dimpled chamois and more textured outer fabric -- $140!!! But if it really makes a huge difference, maybe it's worth it ??? How much is enough to get a good pair of shorts--I have Pearl Azumi winter bike pants that I really liked last year when I was using my mountain bike--not sure If I'll like them on the road--too hot yet to test them out.