I just started commuting on my bike (well, biking to the commuter train and then biking to work from the train).
I really enjoy biking, but am concern about proper blood flow to my genitals. The biking does hurt my ass right near my balls. Should I buy a pair of shorts with padding in the crotch? Does anyone have any suggestion as to brand? What about bicycle seats? Will an expensive seat help? Any suggestions as to which seat?
I just started commuting on my bike (well, biking to the commuter train and then biking to work from the train).
I really enjoy biking, but am concern about proper blood flow to my genitals. The biking does hurt my ass right near my balls. Should I buy a pair of shorts with padding in the crotch? Does anyone have any suggestion as to brand? What about bicycle seats? Will an expensive seat help? Any suggestions as to which seat?
I just started commuting on my bike (well, biking to the commuter train and then biking to work from the train).
I really enjoy biking, but am concern about proper blood flow to my genitals. The biking does hurt my ass right near my balls. Should I buy a pair of shorts with padding in the crotch? Does anyone have any suggestion as to brand? What about bicycle seats? Will an expensive seat help? Any suggestions as to which seat?
Thanks for any suggestions.
Take a cab.
Sorni (smells a troll)
I thought you were going to suggest he sit on his balls to alleviate the ass pain.
An expensive seat will not help if it is not the right shape, or is too narrow or hard for your butt.
My suggestion for for folks whose "ass near their balls" hurts is a Selle Italia FLX Gel Flow:
I just started commuting on my bike (well, biking to the commuter train and then biking to work from the train).
I really enjoy biking, but am concern about proper blood flow to my genitals. The biking does hurt my ass right near my balls. Should I buy a pair of shorts with padding in the crotch? Does anyone have any suggestion as to brand? What about bicycle seats? Will an expensive seat help? Any suggestions as to which seat?
Thanks for any suggestions.
Take a cab.
Sorni (smells a troll)
I thought you were going to suggest he sit on his balls to alleviate the ass pain.
An expensive seat will not help if it is not the right shape, or is too narrow or hard for your butt.
My suggestion for for folks whose "ass near their balls" hurts is a Selle Italia FLX Gel Flow:
I really enjoy biking, but am concern about proper blood flow to my genitals. The biking does hurt my ass right near my balls. Should I buy a pair of shorts with padding in the crotch? Does anyone have any suggestion as to brand? What about bicycle seats? Will an expensive seat help? Any suggestions as to which seat?
Spandex shorts with a chamois will greatly improve your comfort. If you are embarrassed wearing spandex, you can put on a pair of regular shorts over the cycling shorts. There are many good brands of cycling shorts, and you might check out your local bike shop.
The most expensive seats are for racers. You'd probably dislike a racing saddle. Just find one with a bit of cushioning and avoid gimmicky ones. Selle Italia is a good saddle company.
Thanks to those who replied seriously. I'll look into getting a nicer seat and maybe a pair of padded shorts.
Padded shorts make a bit of a difference, but if the seat is too hard or not a suitable shape for you it won't make much difference. Some cheap seats have soft padding that squishes down to nothing with any weight at all, leaving all your weight on the hard shell of the seat. Racing seats are the hard shell without the pretense of any significant padding. These can take some getting used to, but are often quite comfortable. If you get a seat that is heavily padded, make sure the padding actually can support your weight and doesn't just squish down to nothing. You can also try a gel seat cover.
I was teasing Bill about his reply with the sitting on the balls crack, but I meant it when I suggested the Selle Italia FLX. I use one on my commuter bike.
Also make sure you are seated properly. If you are leaning forward, use your lower back to do it, not your hips. Your weight is supposed to be on the butt-bones in each butt cheek, not on your crotch.
Joseph
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And to: landotter
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grow a perinium
If I were to grow a perineum large enough to shield the area that hurts, it would be the size of a tennis ball. I think I'll pass.