hellraizer Posted February 23, 2015 Share There is a lot of advice like the following:Don’t tilt your seat upward, a position that increases pressure on the perineum.For extra protection, consider wearing padded biking pants.Raise the handlebars so you are sitting more upright.Shift your position and take breaks during long rides.etc, etc... But no one recommends a specific saddle/seat. Any recommendations on brands or types of saddles/seats that is best for protecting your "Johnson"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted February 23, 2015 Share I went through a saddle buying exercise recently and found that getting a saddle at the same width as your sit bones is best as most of the pressure is then on those bones and not any sensitive bits, also, look for one with a relief section (groove down the centre). The best is to try and find a bike shop that has test saddles, you can ride a whole lot of different ones before buying to see which one is most comfortable. There is not a one size fits all when it comes to saddles. Also, from my experience more expensive isn't always better, its what works for you...I tested many Stella and Fizzik saddles to end up buying a Giant Contact as it was the most comfortable out of all of them.. Just my 2c.. Edited February 23, 2015 by Raydek arendoog, dev null, thehoof and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez-O Posted February 23, 2015 Share I'm a big fan of the Specialized saddles and their 'gap' in the middle. Although they have many fans, I find Fizik's to be uncomfortable. So its all a matter of personal preferences I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted February 23, 2015 Share ... (groove down the centre).... boom otherwise, you could go out and do this http://1r49kg3q75gewozz2zlw8v1dky.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/bike-seat-testing.png Raydek, nonky and Barker 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted February 23, 2015 Share Remember, the saddle doesnt necessarily need to have a visible snytjie running down the centre of the seat. I find the ones where they use a softer centre padding underneath the cover to be nicer that those that could possibly swallow your nuts georgedup 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted February 23, 2015 Share Remember, the saddle doesnt necessarily need to have a visible snytjie running down the centre of the seat. I find the ones where they use a softer centre padding underneath the cover to be nicer that those that could possibly swallow your nuts bullet77 and slowashell 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brickleberry Posted February 23, 2015 Share I think if nuts can be swallowed by a slot in a saddle it should a given that a doping test is required before any further racing can take place. Haha bullet77, Paul Ruinaard and Barker 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonky Posted February 23, 2015 Share "Ertjies"...is that you? DJR, 2bliss, Odinson and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted February 23, 2015 Share http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Dash-Strike-9-carbon-fiber-saddle-preview-02.jpgSomething like this.Can you inmagine your jewels slowly sinking into that groove on a long ride.Only you don't notice till you try to get off. Then you realize... you stuck Edited February 23, 2015 by popcorn_skollie JLK, arendoog, Raydek and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoOne Posted February 23, 2015 Share dbl post Edited February 23, 2015 by NeoOne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoOne Posted February 23, 2015 Share I have 5 saddles and only own 3 bikes. The lightest, fastest most EXPENSIVE and bad-ass is usually the most uncomfortable! I also sufered with saddle sores if I rode more than 3 rides a week. I had been in the market for a long time and found Adamo saddles at the Africa cycle fair. I dont suffer with sores and cancomfortably get lower and ride in drops longer. In short....best.purchase.I.ever.made! Edited February 23, 2015 by NeoOne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellraizer Posted February 23, 2015 Share Fantastic! Thanks for the advice and entertainment! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddy Posted February 23, 2015 Share No such thing as the "best" saddle. It is like asking what the best car is without defining the mission. The best saddle is the one that is right for YOU. Get yourself measured by a fitting specialist who should also give you test saddles to try out. Edited February 23, 2015 by WalterWhite Wez-O and velomonatiCT 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted February 23, 2015 Share Get your NUTZ measured by YOUR WIFE who should also give you test rides.ftfy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted February 23, 2015 Share http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Dash-Strike-9-carbon-fiber-saddle-preview-02.jpgSomething like this.Can you inmagine your jewels slowly sinking into that groove on a long ride.Only you don't notice till you try to get off. Then you realize... you stuck Faaaark!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez-O Posted February 23, 2015 Share No such thing as the "best" saddle. It is like asking what the best car is without defining the mission. The best saddle is the one that is right for YOU. Get yourself measured by a fitting specialist who should also give you test saddles to try out.This!Also be aware that depending on where you get fitted, they will offer you their brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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