Mikefule said:The problem is more often to do with chaffing and stretching of the skin
than just the weight on the sit bones. I ride quite long distances on
a standard Miyata. I did 55 miles in a long day last year, and found
that removing my shorts and only wearing my cycling longs helped
everything to er... fall into place more comfortably.
So put some thought into what you wear, and how you sit.
Good luck with your two objectives, Cathwood. The hardest part of a
long ride is sometimes finding a worthwhile and safe route that's long
enough.
I don't have a problem with chaffing, perhaps it's a girlie thing, or
perhaps I've never ridden far enough.
I have been researching cycle shorts for a while now and found a pair
that fit fantastic and have really good padding. I bought the 2 pairs
that were on sale in the cycle shop.
You're right about the route. Even thinking about where I could go on a
40 mile ride is difficult (I don't like riding on actual roads, even on
my bike).
Actually I find my gel saddle quite comfortable and feel that with
practice and the slightly shorter cranks, I will be able to ride
further on it before I have to walk briskly for a few yards to let the
blood reach the parts that it doesn't reach when I'm riding.
Trapper - I'm also not a particularly slender unicyclist. Still,
perhaps if I manage my long distances, I will become more slender
(although no sign of it so far).
So - distance training, speed training and saddle training.
Cathy
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