Embarassing Saddle Issues...

[KnottedYet]

I feel like I'm stating the obvious here, but things can be created for one reason, and continue to be used, or further developed for other reasons.

Yes, we know that. I'm not sure what you are driving at?

You seem to have an issue with my post. I stated the history of chamois. I made a conditional statement (those are the ones that start with "if") that if the modern fashion of padded chamois was miserably uncomfortable for someone, they should try riding in unpadded shorts. The second phrase only applies to those for whom the first phrase holds true. Conditional.

The world didn't end when we rode on flat bits of leather, and it won't end now if someone eschews modern padded chamois.

[XMcShiftersonX]

I was just presenting another point-of-view to your "those who wear the current chamois are either 1) on a poorly fitted saddle or 2) following a fashion trend" opinion. I actually have found a purpose to padded chamois, along with most other cyclists out there, apparently. Why you got defensive, when I never denied the historical aspect, is beyond me.

[KnottedYet]

I was just presenting another point-of-view to your "those who wear the current chamois are either 1) on a poorly fitted saddle or 2) following a fashion trend" opinion.

Nope, that's not what I said.

Remember, "conditional statement." Not "sweeping statement."

[holly_golightly]

Alexis,
I had this same problem last year with the pressure being "up front". I tried 3 different saddles until I found one that was good for me and did not put that pressure on my girlie parts. The advice about trying different saddles was good advice. Everyone's body is differnt so what works for one woman, may not work for another. I know you may feel a little like Goldilocks but you will be so happy once you find a saddle that fits you properly. Terry is a bike company that makes a lot of gear for women. Go to www.terrybicycles.com . They have a 30-day guarantee on their saddles, so if you try one and it does not work, you can exchange it for a different Terry saddle or get a refund. This is what I did and I found happiness with the Falcon X. You can get these saddles at your LBS and they should also honor the Terry guarantee. I would just check before you purchase. Good luck with your hunt. You will find your perfect saddle, just don't give up.
Holly