I have to agree with MissLiz - despite my own rant I'm also concerned to hear MrHughes is getting such terrible saddle sores. Sounds very painfull.

Have you been riding long? If not, then I certainly wouldn't put up with that level of discomfort. Even the best shorts in the world don't help much if you're bike set up is wrong.


The next step up is a blister that is caused by rubbing as one pedals uphill for 2 + hours...
I was in Italy this summer and also did a mountain climb that took about the same time, but certainly didn't suffer any blistering, or come to think of it , even any chafing.

I'd urge you to think about getting a new saddle - or at the very least get your lbs to help you take a look at your bike set up , as I'd hate anyone to be suffering unnecessarly.