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.