Saddle Quest 2011

[bellissima]

Denise, from what you are describing I believe you should have a real bike fitter look at you, even if you had a bike fit done before it does not mean that was done correctly. Try looking for a fitter that is well known, one that deals with issues, specially has experience with females and not one that only sets up the bike. You’ll be amazed what a real fitter can see and also do for you.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Well, our 5 brooks saddles were all bought over a period of 4 years or so, and for much less than a hundred bucks each...two of them were bought used. Not $500, more like $350 for two people, spread over 4 years. No big whoop considering how many serial saddles some folks buy. The best part is that Brooks saddles often last for more than 20, or even 30 years, unlike plastic and padded or gel saddles. i had to sell two B17's when I realized I really needed the wider B68 for my two bikes. But when it fits well, it'll last forever. Brooks can be bought used at a good savings, and because they are so incredibly durable it's better than when you buy most other saddles used.

[hulagirl]

Denise, from what you are describing I believe you should have a real bike fitter look at you, even if you had a bike fit done before it does not mean that was done correctly. Try looking for a fitter that is well known, one that deals with issues, specially has experience with females and not one that only sets up the bike. You’ll be amazed what a real fitter can see and also do for you.

Thanks for the suggestion. I ride and train with an all women's group here in Hawaii. One of the coaches is one of the best and widely known bike "guru's" here in Hawaii. He checks bike fit at the beginning of the training session and again at the end as your position changes. He spends quite a long time with each gal and will also do the same thing when you switch saddles, add aero-bars, etc.

The one thing I can say that I have had is a very, very good bike fit. I've had my Orbea since October and spent a good 2 hours on initial bike fit + another 4 hours since that time with more bike fitting.

[Biciclista]

of course different saddles put you in a different position that might require you go go back to your guru... ?

[hulagirl]

of course different saddles put you in a different position that might require you go go back to your guru... ?

Yes, he checks things when we switch saddles/ask due to saddle issues. That's the first thing he does is re-fit the rider to the bike.

[bellissima]

Thanks for the suggestion. I ride and train with an all women's group here in Hawaii. One of the coaches is one of the best and widely known bike "guru's" here in Hawaii. He checks bike fit at the beginning of the training session and again at the end as your position changes. He spends quite a long time with each gal and will also do the same thing when you switch saddles, add aero-bars, etc.

The one thing I can say that I have had is a very, very good bike fit. I've had my Orbea since October and spent a good 2 hours on initial bike fit + another 4 hours since that time with more bike fitting.

Denise, that is great. I am glad you are doing this the right way and with help of an expert.