Quote Originally Posted by Biking Mama
Hi Ladies,

I'm a new biker and was told by a seasoned athlete that Au Natural was the way to go. So I did! And one week later, I ended up with a yeast infection...YUCK! I haven't had one of these since I was a teenager! Is this a common problem associated with biking? Could it have something to do with my biking shorts (PEARL iZUMi)? Help. How can I avoid this going forward.

Thanks.
are you sure it's a yeast infection and not an allergic reaction to something? Not sure what your allergy state is, but I couldn't wear PI shorts coz I'm allergic to something in the shorts: either the chamois itself or the antibacterial they use in the chamois. I had even prewashed the shorts. I also know of at least one other person on the board that had the same problem with PI shorts - it could be the shorts.

and welcome to the board! If you get a chance there's a thread under open titled "getting to know you", gives you a chance to get to know us and - if so inclined - tell us something about you!!