vulvodynia

[blackhillsbiker]

According to the Weight Weenies I've entered the Fuddy Duddy land of saddles--a Brooks B67S. This saddle supports everything! I have a happy hiney.

If I'm a Fuddy Duddy, at least I'm a happy and comfortable one. I just love my Brooks! No more saddle soreness at all.

Deb

[sundial]

Wide saddleists rejoice!

Kathi--I just spent 8 weeks or so out of the saddle so that I can heal from this health issue. It was definitely worth the time out of the saddle and I learned several things while I was off.

• long nose saddles encouraged me to ride towards the front of the saddle
• which then triggered spasms in my pelvic floor
• which then caused skin irritation and pain
• which seemed like effects from mild incontinence
• which sent me to the gyne
• who prescribed lidocaine gel
• which made me very happy again

Don't put it off--go see your doctor if you suspect you have this. The earlier the diagnosis the better. And listen to Knott when she says to get the widest possible saddle that fits you--it is absolutely worth it and consider it as a wise investment in your health.