List of T/Pear shaped saddles? Don't know what I have

[OakLeaf]

I hate to over-emphasize lubes, but it just seems like the ones you mentioned are the really sticky waxy-gummy ones (although I've never used Assos and not sure about that, the fact that it comes in a tub suggests it's pretty thick). Those never worked that well for me because they (1) mat the hair and (2) make a fabric-y chamois like PI stick to your crevices and chafe away.

I actually had the best success with Chamois Butt'r, but I stopped using it because of the paraben preservatives. Now I use Beljum Budder, which is a similar mayonnaise-like consistency.

[VeloVT]

FWIW, I think Assos is actually lighter and slippier (less waxy) than Chamois Buttr. That's the major reason it's not my favorite lube -- it doesn't last nearly as long as some that are a little thicker and more waxy/gummy/emollient.

[trimom]

Thanks for all your insight and help.

My shorts are not super tight but the pad is pretty thick. I ride again tomorrow and will try my DH's Zoot shorts that have a thinner pad but not triathlon thin. I think this could be a bit part of the problem as my thighs are not thin and do rub on the seat

I have a pretty aggressive triathlon fit but even get sores when I am not in the aerobars. I think I will tweak my seat down a bit also like another degree. It is the most comfortable one I have had yet for my girlie parts - I so want it to work - sigh. I will also make sure that nothing has been shifted on my bike measurement wise.

I will let you know how it all pans out. Now I am on the prowl for some better shorts - thanks for suggesting some brands with thinner pads. You guys rock!!

[tzvia]

I have found that the Specialized shorts are really nice; just enough padding, not laid on thick and lumpy like PI. They also have very soft material that feels good against the skin and they are cut in a way that matches my shape well. Price wise, they are also reasonable, in the $50 to $80 range. The PIs cut is annoying; they roll down my waist when I am in the drops (yea I'm overweight but am loosing it thank you bike.)

Chamois Butter (and similar products) are wonderful. Rub it on the areas that chafe the skin and it allows the material to slide instead of rubbing you raw. In the summer, it is also cool feeling. The stuff works.

If you can make the Jet work, great. I had one ride on the one that came with my Ruby and tossed it quick.