Painful Chafing in my Crotch

[murielalex]

I glob up that area with chamois cream and have had no issues since. I also carry travel packs of chamois cream with me on long rides just in case.

[OakLeaf]

Have you read the saddle fitting thread(s)? Start there.

From what you said, I'd guess that your needs in the cut-out department have changed. Your sitbone width won't change, and although we really haven't identified a good test for saddle shape, I wouldn't think that that would change much, either. But the soft parts, as you say, do change size and shape over the years.

Does your current saddle have a cut-out? What saddle(s) have you ridden without problems in the past?

[Crankin]

Everything Oak said and, depending on your age, get your estrogen levels checked. I had this issue and ended up going to the gynecologist about it. A medical solution has improved the situation 100%, as well as a different saddle.

[maiforpeace]

Wow! What a lovely surprise to find all these fabulous responses this morning! I see I have come to the right place for biking support for women.

I am really excited to try out all the great suggestions, and will be sure to report back how I do.

MUCHAS GRACIAS!!!

I'm going to go over each one of your responses more thoroughly and answer specific questions, but I have to run down to the garage and check out my seat. I'm not very well versed in equipment talk and need to go edumacate myself!!!