Hi Greengirl. All seats feel hard after a while, but yours doesn't sound right to me. You should not be sore up front... I agree with SadieKate. When you bought your bike were you fitted to it? I don't know what bike shops are like in the States, but here in Australia the shops don't mind how many times you go back for minor adjustments until your bike feels comfortable. Your seat could be angled wrong, slid forward too much (toward handlebars), seat post up too high, frame size too small...any number of factors or combination of factors. When the bike fits you well you & it should feel "as one". Cycling will be a much more pleasant experience for you when you're comfortable. Good luck!