Quote Originally Posted by Muirenn View Post
Based on what you said, and what everyone else recommends, I suggest the Romin Comp Gel. It's not like the regular more extreme Romins in that it is flat, and suitable for more upright riding, has a large cutout, and rubs the area you describe less than other saddles like the specialized Ruby and Toupe. They do not have this equivalent shape in the women's line. I've used both men's and women's specialized saddles, and they are essentially unisex.

http://www.specialized.com/us/en/ftb...n-evo-comp-gel

Also, you mention that your current saddle is quite large, have you measured your sitbones? Larger, more padded saddles tend to be more pear shaped. Could be making it worse.
Thanks, Muirenn! I've measured my sitbones but am going to have a fitter measure them next week (umm, not like the last post.) I like the cutout and am just a little worried that I might need more padding, from reading some of the reviews. My estrogen hit the road long, long ago, so I have absolutely no natural cushioning. I started a thread when I first joined TE about older riders, but no one seemed to have the same delicate - or indelicate - problem. Right now, looks like the Romin comp gel or Selle Italia Diva. I just KNOW I could do 75 if I could just endure the darn saddle! Thanks for your help!