Saddle Soreness Issues

[rebeccaC]

Vaseline can increase the chances of a yeast infection in a lot of women. I use Chamois Butt’r Her’ (developed by a woman sports physician) for it’s anti-inflammatory, antiseptic properties and with a ph balance specifically for women. It also washes away easily with soap and water. I always wash down there with a natural tea tree oil soap after a long ride or when i feel a problem just starting. A saddle search can be frustrating especially since we have different bodies, riding positions and needs. When I find one that works I buy a few of that model. A good fitter, my preference is a woman, can help a lot in getting the bike position and a saddle and its position that works well. So I’d say a good bike fitting, a good chamois cream, a quality seamless chamois should help especially with someone who rides as much as you do.

Good luck in working it out Ellie and welcome to the forum.

[ny biker]

+1 on the previous advice. The brand of chamois cream I use is Hoo Ha Ride Glide. It was made specifically for women and is available in a fairly large tube and also in small packets that you can keep in your bike bag or pocket to reapply during a ride. I am prone to contact dermatitis but have not had any allergic reactions or other problems with it. I use it before long bike rides and will also use it as a moisturizer after riding if there's any irritation. As with any skin product, I tested it on a small patch of skin in a relatively sensitive area (forearm or stomach) for a couple of days before using on a larger area.

Good luck!

[emily_in_nc]

+1 on the previous advice. The brand of chamois cream I use is Hoo Ha Ride Glide. It was made specifically for women and is available in a fairly large tube and also in small packets that you can keep in your bike bag or pocket to reapply during a ride.

I had just ordered a big tube of this right before I had my bike accident! Been using Doc's and love it but thought I'd try this for a change. I hope I get to try it one of these days.

[north woods gal]

Don't forget to play with seat position adjustments - forward, rearward, angle, height and so on - regardless of the saddle you buy. Those little adjustments can make a big difference in riding comfort. Even a matter of safety for trail riding. (Ask me how I know. )