I don't post much but lurk daily! I had a post in New Riders awhile back about saddle soreness, well for Christmas Santa (hubby) got me a Selle Italia Lady Flite Gel Saddle and much needed better grade cycling shorts, also got a new helmet. Finally got to test the saddle and shorts out on a short ride a week after Christmas (had six inches of snow on the ground Christmas day). Looking forward to next weekend (it is supposed to be unseasonably warm), and a good long ride to try all the new equipment out. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!