Help me find a saddle, please!

[OakLeaf]

Thank for the info, everyone. I'm leaning towards trying another in the 155 range. I was told by the LBS that something wider might push me forward onto areas I wouldn't be happy with.

For me, that has a lot to do with the shape of the saddle. My more T-shaped Specialized Lithia doesn't do that to me.

[mimitabby]

exactly wider back part of the saddle isn't going to push you forward if it's got a t shape to it.
like a brooks.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I never believe anything that LBS guys say about women's saddles.

[emily_in_nc]

My sitbones measure 130mm c-to-c, a bit wider than yours, but I do fine on a Terry Butterfly (155 mm width). I rode that saddle for 9 days straight, averaging 62 miles daily, on a loaded tour, without any issues. I just ordered a Selle Italia Lady Gel Flo (160 mm) to replace a saddle I really liked the cutout on but which ended up being too narrow at 140 mm (I hadn't measured my sitbones when I got it) and caused/aggravated a bad saddle sore. Just a small increase in width can make a huge difference in where your "bones" are supported.

From the sounds of it, I'd think you'd be fine on a 155-160mm saddle with a cutout. Your choices get a lot more limited if you go wider than that, and you may not need the extra width. It's worth trying this range first, I think. Some places will give you a refund if you're not happy -- Terry gives a 30-day comfort guarantee, I believe.

Good luck!
Emily

[alpinerabbit]

SMP Strike!

I am totally convinced of the principle. Am in the process to find the perfect model.
Just rode 50 miles on the glider model, very very promising.

[OakLeaf]

Specialized also has a 30-day return policy if you order from the website. They have several T-shaped saddles that come in 155 mm width.