Recommendations on Cycling Shorts for long distances

[ny biker]

I used to use Chamois Butt'r, but it sometimes caused a rash so I switched to Hoo Ha Ride Glide. For any product that goes on my skin, I start by putting a small amount on a somewhat sensitive patch of skin (like my inner arm or my stomach) as an allergy test, then wait 24 hours to see if a rash develops.

For shorts, I used to like the LG Neo Power shorts, but recently have had chafing problems with them. I bought some Gore Oxygen shorts last year; its chamois doesn't cause chafing but it's too thick to be comfortable for me over long distances. I noticed that Gore has changed the chamois in the Oxygen shorts for this year, but I haven't had a chance to check it out up close yet.

The best chamois for me has been the one in Shebeest Century shorts. Unfortunately either their sizing has changed or my size has changed, because I used to fit nicely into a size medium but now I am between sizes.

There are also some folks here who like the Terry Bella shorts for long rides. For chamois cream, I've seen recommendations for Lanosept, though I don't know where you can buy it. Also A&D Ointment works for some people.

[tcdc135]

mcook-Could we on the same ride? I am starting week long ride on Fri?? BAK maybe?? If so maybe we will meet ea other! I like the "Eurostyle Chamois Butt'r" and faav shorts are Canari. The shorts were not super expensive but have just the right amount of padding. Sometimes too much padding can be uncomfortable too! Good luck and have fun wherever you are riding!! Tami

[Boudicca]

I have had success with Sugoi Evolution shorts. Don't use any buttr/lube/glide, but I do wash down carefully after a long ride, and I treat a hot spot as soon as it starts to emerge with a zinc-based diaper rash. It's usually gone by morning.

[eofelis]

I have found that I like shorts with a very thin chamois. I tried shorts with the thick molded chamois like Pearl Izumi and I found that the thick chamois was stiff and uncomfortable. I have some older Blackbottoms shorts with a thin chamois. I also found a pair of older style Pearl Izumi shorts with a thin chamois.

Aerotech, as someone mentioned above, has some shorts with a very thin chamois that I will try someday.

I've never used chamois butter or any type of cream.

Are you sure your sore butt is due to the shorts? Changing the position or tilt of your saddle even a tiny bit could help a lot. And check your riding position to balance yourself better between your hands and your seat. I ride in a slightly "aggressive" type of position that I tend to lift my butt off the saddle just a tiny bit much of the time.