saddles for women with hemorrhoids

so um this is not the most delightful topic. there must be some people out there with this problem that ride too. anyone? are there any recommendations on saddles for sad bottoms? is it a must to spend a lot for the right seat?  i did a long ride in the fall and have not been able to ride since. any tips would be greatly appreciated.

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Permalink Reply by Michael A on April 4, 2013 at 2:27pm

Go to a LBS that measures your saddle width (Johnny Sprockets is one), and get one that fits you, it will put the weight where it belongs, on your sit bones...... good luck

Permalink Reply by Joe Guzzardo on April 4, 2013 at 4:30pm

A few months ago I took a close look at a couple Chicago police officers bicycles parked in front of Water Tower Place. I remember at least one of them had a doughnut hole in the saddle. Try this for some ideas. I'm curious myself because my derriere gets a little uncomfortable after a few miles and I've been thinking about changing my saddle. Please keep us posted with your research. 

Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on April 5, 2013 at 4:56am

Have you tried wearing cycling shorts? They are typically padded, so that could help with your comfort issues. You can wear them under jeans like I do, if you don't want to look like a roadie. :-)

I also have this saddle: http://www.amazon.com/Planet-Bike-A-R-S-Anatomic-Bicycle/dp/B000K2S... There is a woman's version, as well.

Permalink Reply by Joe Guzzardo on April 6, 2013 at 5:40am

Hmmm, that saddle looks interesting and not overly pricey. I'm gonna have to take a look at one of the larger bike stores. I'll have to ask if they allow you to test ride a saddle. Thanks!

Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) said:

Have you tried wearing cycling shorts? They are typically padded, so that could help with your comfort issues. You can wear them under jeans like I do, if you don't want to look like a roadie. :-)

I also have this saddle: http://www.amazon.com/Planet-Bike-A-R-S-Anatomic-Bicycle/dp/B000K2S... There is a woman's version, as well.

Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on April 6, 2013 at 5:51am
I bought mine at Roscoe Village Bikes. They did not have any bikes with the saddle to test ride, but said I could return the saddle later if I did not like it.

Joe Guzzardo said:

Hmmm, that saddle looks interesting and not overly pricey. I'm gonna have to take a look at one of the larger bike stores. I'll have to ask if they allow you to test ride a saddle. Thanks!

Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) said:

Have you tried wearing cycling shorts? They are typically padded, so that could help with your comfort issues. You can wear them under jeans like I do, if you don't want to look like a roadie. :-)

I also have this saddle: http://www.amazon.com/Planet-Bike-A-R-S-Anatomic-Bicycle/dp/B000K2S... There is a woman's version, as well.

Permalink Reply by David P. on April 6, 2013 at 7:59am

It's not necessary to spend a lot, but often iteration is necessary, which can add up a bit. Without knowing details, there may be non-saddle factors that contributed to your pain. For instance, an appropriate (and comfortable) saddle for a very upright position is not always an appropriate and comfortable one for a lower riding position, and weight distribution (not having it all on your butt, in this instance) can make a big difference for you as well as, as someone mentioned, a saddle that supports you on your sit bones.

Permalink Reply by Joe Guzzardo on April 6, 2013 at 11:26am

Hmmm, good point. I know some bike shops offer bike fitting but it can get a little pricey. Would that be a good investment for a hybrid riding commuter who rides say 80 miles per week?

David P. said:

It's not necessary to spend a lot, but often iteration is necessary, which can add up a bit. Without knowing details, there may be non-saddle factors that contributed to your pain. For instance, an appropriate (and comfortable) saddle for a very upright position is not always an appropriate and comfortable one for a lower riding position, and weight distribution (not having it all on your butt, in this instance) can make a big difference for you as well as, as someone mentioned, a saddle that supports you on your sit bones.

Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on April 6, 2013 at 11:31am
I feel like a $200 bike fitting for a $400 bike is a bit much.

Joe Guzzardo said:

Hmmm, good point. I know some bike shops offer bike fitting but it can get a little pricey. Would that be a good investment for a hybrid riding commuter who rides say 80 miles per week?

David P. said:

It's not necessary to spend a lot, but often iteration is necessary, which can add up a bit. Without knowing details, there may be non-saddle factors that contributed to your pain. For instance, an appropriate (and comfortable) saddle for a very upright position is not always an appropriate and comfortable one for a lower riding position, and weight distribution (not having it all on your butt, in this instance) can make a big difference for you as well as, as someone mentioned, a saddle that supports you on your sit bones.

Permalink Reply by Joe Guzzardo on April 6, 2013 at 11:38am

Agreed, but then again if you're riding 2 hours a day, 5 days a week, I'd like to be sure that I'm not doing anything that might cause problems down the road (pun intended). Maybe I can get a Groupon for a fitting somewhere.

Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) said:

I feel like a $200 bike fitting for a $400 bike is a bit much.

Joe Guzzardo said:

Hmmm, good point. I know some bike shops offer bike fitting but it can get a little pricey. Would that be a good investment for a hybrid riding commuter who rides say 80 miles per week?

David P. said:

It's not necessary to spend a lot, but often iteration is necessary, which can add up a bit. Without knowing details, there may be non-saddle factors that contributed to your pain. For instance, an appropriate (and comfortable) saddle for a very upright position is not always an appropriate and comfortable one for a lower riding position, and weight distribution (not having it all on your butt, in this instance) can make a big difference for you as well as, as someone mentioned, a saddle that supports you on your sit bones.

Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on April 6, 2013 at 11:40am
I remember Johnny Sprockets running a discount on bike fittings a while back. I feel that they would do that again sometime.

Joe Guzzardo said:

Agreed, but then again if you're riding 2 hours a day, 5 days a week, I'd like to be sure that I'm not doing anything that might cause problems down the road (pun intended). Maybe I can get a Groupon for a fitting somewhere.

Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) said:

I feel like a $200 bike fitting for a $400 bike is a bit much.

Joe Guzzardo said:

Hmmm, good point. I know some bike shops offer bike fitting but it can get a little pricey. Would that be a good investment for a hybrid riding commuter who rides say 80 miles per week?

David P. said:

It's not necessary to spend a lot, but often iteration is necessary, which can add up a bit. Without knowing details, there may be non-saddle factors that contributed to your pain. For instance, an appropriate (and comfortable) saddle for a very upright position is not always an appropriate and comfortable one for a lower riding position, and weight distribution (not having it all on your butt, in this instance) can make a big difference for you as well as, as someone mentioned, a saddle that supports you on your sit bones.

Permalink Reply by Joe Guzzardo on April 6, 2013 at 11:48am

Yeah, I remember reading that too, but never followed up. Now that I'm a little older and creakier (and hopefully wiser) maybe I should consider doing it next time that offer is re-introduced. But if enough of us Chainlinkers got together, I'd bet they'd offer us a group discount. Power in numbers! In fact, now that I think about it, there's a Johnny Sprockets near me. Maybe next time I go by there, I can suggest the idea to the manager.

Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) said:

I remember Johnny Sprockets running a discount on bike fittings a while back. I feel that they would do that again sometime.

Joe Guzzardo said:

Agreed, but then again if you're riding 2 hours a day, 5 days a week, I'd like to be sure that I'm not doing anything that might cause problems down the road (pun intended). Maybe I can get a Groupon for a fitting somewhere.

Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) said:

I feel like a $200 bike fitting for a $400 bike is a bit much.

Joe Guzzardo said:

Hmmm, good point. I know some bike shops offer bike fitting but it can get a little pricey. Would that be a good investment for a hybrid riding commuter who rides say 80 miles per week?

David P. said:

It's not necessary to spend a lot, but often iteration is necessary, which can add up a bit. Without knowing details, there may be non-saddle factors that contributed to your pain. For instance, an appropriate (and comfortable) saddle for a very upright position is not always an appropriate and comfortable one for a lower riding position, and weight distribution (not having it all on your butt, in this instance) can make a big difference for you as well as, as someone mentioned, a saddle that supports you on your sit bones.

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