Sore Bum!

VJay60

I have a Specialized Myka Expert and have been using it to commute to work for the past few months. My daily journey is 11 miles round trip - the majority off-road on rough bridlepaths and tracks. I have recently developed very rough and sore skin on the insides of my thighs at the back (just under my bum!)!!. Before acquiring my MTB I commuted to work on a Specialised Sirrus hybrid bike (on road only) and never had these problems. The Sirrus has a slightly suspended seat post as well as a much more cushioned saddle.

My question to other women MTB'ers out there is - does anyone else have these problems? And if so, do you think it would be advisable to change to a suspended seat post or would this hinder me when riding off road?

osucowboytc

I would say the problem is with the cushion in the saddle. The more cushion, the more it will run and pinch. Try going back to a firmer saddle! Sounds counter-intuitive that a firmer saddle would be more comfortable, but it really is. Also, make sure you are wearing cycling shorts that are tight enough so that they don't move around or bunch as you are riding.

Anonymous

I'm guessing your issue might be caused by having too wide a saddle.
If the saddle on the old Sirrus was fine, then try putting it on the Myka.

If that works, can you tell if there's a noticeable difference in saddle widths?

VJay60

Thanks guys!

stubs

Nappy rash cream such as sudocrem can help with soreness. Put some on your bum before a ride and again after youv had a shower.