Returning cyclist now getting numb member/manhood/front bum

dubcat
dubcat Posts: 754
in Road beginners
Hi, my bike has been sat unused for several years. I used to do 4-5 hour rides no prob on this bike but now I’m getting pins and needles in my penis after just 20 mins (I put it in a turbo to try to get started again). I’ve put on a lot of weight so maybe that is part of it? What should I do?

I don’t really want to have to buy a new saddle as I know this one can be ok based on experience. Advice needed. Desperate to get back on bike!
2010 Specialized Rockhopper
2012 Bianchi Infinito

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  • darkhairedlord
    darkhairedlord Posts: 7,180
    Take some viagra and stay off the pies.
  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 27,320
    Tilt the saddle nose down a degree at a time until comfort is achieved.
    The above may be fact, or fiction, I may be serious, I may be jesting.
    I am not sure. You have no chance.
    Veronese68 wrote:
    PB is the most sensible person on here.
  • whyamihere
    whyamihere Posts: 7,715
    The weight won't be helping. You're also likely putting more weight on your perineum for longer if you're on the turbo as you tend to stay in the same position, being on the road you tend to naturally move around a lot more. Try to stand up every 5 minutes for 30 seconds or so.
  • dubcat
    dubcat Posts: 754
    My saddle can’t be tilted unfortunately. It’s on rails that attach to a post.

    I’ll try to remember to stand regularly and see if that help.
    2010 Specialized Rockhopper
    2012 Bianchi Infinito
  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 27,320
    dubcat said:

    My saddle can’t be tilted unfortunately. It’s on rails that attach to a post.

    I’ll try to remember to stand regularly and see if that help.

    It would be an unusual seat post that doesn't allow for angle adjustment.
    The above may be fact, or fiction, I may be serious, I may be jesting.
    I am not sure. You have no chance.
    Veronese68 wrote:
    PB is the most sensible person on here.
  • dubcat
    dubcat Posts: 754
    pblakeney said:

    dubcat said:

    My saddle can’t be tilted unfortunately. It’s on rails that attach to a post.

    I’ll try to remember to stand regularly and see if that help.

    It would be an unusual seat post that doesn't allow for angle adjustment.
    Oh boy do I feel silly. Had a quick Google based on your comment and of course it’s adjustable. I’ve tipped it slightly nose down and will give that a go.

    Do you happen to know what the negative effect of it being too much nose down is? I’ll keep an eye out for it.
    2010 Specialized Rockhopper
    2012 Bianchi Infinito
  • Charlie_Croker
    Charlie_Croker Posts: 1,727
    dubcat said:

    pblakeney said:

    dubcat said:

    My saddle can’t be tilted unfortunately. It’s on rails that attach to a post.

    I’ll try to remember to stand regularly and see if that help.

    It would be an unusual seat post that doesn't allow for angle adjustment.
    Oh boy do I feel silly. Had a quick Google based on your comment and of course it’s adjustable. I’ve tipped it slightly nose down and will give that a go.

    Do you happen to know what the negative effect of it being too much nose down is? I’ll keep an eye out for it.
    Nose down = more weight carried on your hands, leading to possible hand/wrist problems

    You might try sitting a little further back on the saddle to see if that helps relieve the pressure on your perineum

    Tis good you’ve dug the bike out and are having a go. Keep going it’ll be worth it

  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,671
    dubcat said:

    pblakeney said:

    dubcat said:

    My saddle can’t be tilted unfortunately. It’s on rails that attach to a post.

    I’ll try to remember to stand regularly and see if that help.

    It would be an unusual seat post that doesn't allow for angle adjustment.


    Do you happen to know what the negative effect of it being too much nose down is? I’ll keep an eye out for it.
    Sliding off the saddle.
    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • dubcat
    dubcat Posts: 754
    edited January 2022
    Thanks @Charlie_Croker ill stick with it.
    2010 Specialized Rockhopper
    2012 Bianchi Infinito
  • thedirector135
    thedirector135 Posts: 142
    Wish I got pins and needles.
  • tonysj
    tonysj Posts: 391
    Like what's been said. In and out of saddle every few minutes should help. I ride regularly-ish and had numbness so changed to a SMP Glider saddle with a big cut-out found it a lot better on my bits. Try second hand as people buy them and don't get on with them so sell them on cheap-ish..
  • dubcat
    dubcat Posts: 754
    Didn't want to bring up an old thread but also wanted to let the folks that replied that they helped. No longer get a numb front bum. It might be because I am wearing normal running shorts as well as getting out of the seat regularly. My old bib shorts were definitely WAY too tight.
    2010 Specialized Rockhopper
    2012 Bianchi Infinito
  • froze
    froze Posts: 213
    https://forum.bikeradar.com/discussion/comment/20868821#Comment_20868821

    Welp, go to a store and buy some!

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