Quote Originally Posted by morsecode
So I was reading this article on "The Quest for the Perfect Saddle"
http://proshop2.trainright.com/oln/d...articleID=1693

And I saw this: "Underwear should not be worn beneath cycling shorts, as it causes chafing."

This is inconcievable to me... am I just being stubborn? it is really important not to wear underwear?

[OK, I'm a newbie. I have some lovely Pearl Izumi shorts, very comfy. I haven't had any chafing problems. My saddle problems really just boil down to numbness]
I too was a hold out, bought my first pair of shorts 4 summers ago. Finally went commando a month ago

First was wearing Victoria Secret French cut, then tried a thong (that lasted 3 rides)

Finally took the plunge and went commando.

WOW wish I hadn't waited so long

GO FOR IT ! ! !