Thanks for all the responses so far. The Selle An-Atomica seems to have a lot of fans, though I have to agree that it does resemble a medieval torture devise. I am wondering if it might be too wide for me though (and thus, not solve my problem) as my current seat is 147 mm wide and it fits the sit bones great?
I may take a look at the Fizik, perhaps give it a trial run, but I just think no cut-out will not work well for me. Any other thoughts on the Selle SM Aspide Glamour? It has a fan here, and it won Bicycling Mag's Editor's Choice award a few years ago, but I have come across several negative responses in other forums particularly on the chafing issue.
I have another long ride coming up this weekend and right now I can't imagine getting back in that saddle since I am still sore from the 150 miles this past weekend. For a hopeful temporary fix I may run down to the LBS and pick up the Specialized Jett to slap on for this weekend, but many negative comments about the Jett and your sit bones likely means that I will be returning it w/in the 30 days while trying to find the "right" solution.
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06-11-2008, 07:23 AM #1
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06-11-2008, 11:39 AM #2
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There is a version of the Aspide Glamour with a cut-out, the Arrowhead. There are actually two versions, one is wider in the back than the other.
A friend had the Tri version (padded nose) of the Aspide Glamour and it did not work for her.
Competitive Cyclist offers a deal where you can rent something like 10 of their most popular saddles to try out. Unfortunately, they are all men's saddles. We need a site that would do that with women's saddles!
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06-11-2008, 12:36 PM #3
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that would be so awesome. i wonder if TE could be convinced...
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06-11-2008, 02:55 PM #4
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+1 for the Specialized Lithia
I was having exactly the same problem. Now I use a combo of the Lithia (130), the Shebeest short with the century stretch chamois, and 'homemade' chamois cream (Ã* la Keith Bontrager). All three go together to literally save my hide, but I think the new saddle made the biggest difference.
I had to take pretty extreme measures because I'd so abruptly increased my saddle time, and couldn't take time off. But the big race is this weekend, and after that I'm looking forward to maybe going on some rides without the 'cream', and maybe with a thinner chamois. Can't wait!I don't crash so much anymore (less blood on the trail), so just call me Stephanie
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06-11-2008, 02:58 PM #5
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Oh, and +1 for the saddle rental idea!
I'd LOVE that, and would definitely take that option. It would be a great chance to try out some saddles that I can't find around here, and save me the potential hastle of trying to return a 'lightly used' saddle after trying it out.
I don't crash so much anymore (less blood on the trail), so just call me Stephanie
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06-11-2008, 03:52 PM #6
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The saddle is kind of flexible, so I don't think it will be too wide. Another great thing about it is it comes with a detailed manual about how it should be adjusted, including how to determine height, fore/aft, tilt, rotation and tension. Originally Posted by Norsegoddess
As for it looking like a torture device....well, I guess what you're visualizing is an actual possiblity. Someone on this forum had one close up on her (ouch). Mine have been awesome, so when I look at them, I see nothing but miles of comfort.
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06-11-2008, 07:47 PM #7
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Just a quick note to remind folks that Wallingford Bicycle Parts gives you six months to try saddles. www.wallbike.com
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06-16-2008, 06:58 AM #8
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Update
I went to a local Specialized bike shop and sat on their butt-o-meter - I came in at about 150. The bike shop guy thought this put me in between a 143 and 155 and for the type of riding I do, thought the 143 would work best. Took home a 143 Jett and tried it. Not! It only worked when I was in the drops. On the hoods, my sit bones rolled off the edge - not comfy at all. Took it back and exchanged it for the 155 Jett. Seemed to do ok on a short 1 hour spin. The next day I did a 60-mile group ride. Quite hard on the sit bones, but ... no chafing! No saddle sores and no pain to the soft tissue either. I mostly noticed the saddle's presence the first few minutes after getting back on the bike, or when I would scoot my butt back, otherwise, it really was not noticeable. I think I will still try the Glamour Aspide and/or Selle An-Atomica just to see if one of those provides total comfort, but the Jett may be the one for me.
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