Quote Originally Posted by nscrbug View Post
Personally, I use chamois cream on every ride. For me, it helps with chafing and other irritation issues that often occur on longer rides. I use a cream called TBS - That Butt Stuff. I apply it directly to my skin and also to "key" areas on my chamois padding. Some people find that they don't need chamois cream, but I am convinced that it aids in my comfort on long days in the saddle.
+1 on all of this - and I also use the same cream. TBS is great stuff!

I just learned how to ride a little more than a year ago - and I didn't need chamois cream at first. Indeed I assumed I was one of those who wouldn't need it - until my mileage started getting over 25 miles. I now use it for every ride as it greatly enhances my comfort and the ability to ride further and longer.