How often do you leave your bike because your bum is sore again from the last bike ride? The good news is that you can largely prevent chafing from the bike saddle in the future.

 

The bike should be the right size for you and the saddle should be adjusted to the right height. An unsuitable bike leads to an incorrect sitting position and is uncomfortable. The top of the saddle should be slightly lower than the handlebars.

The optimum height of the bike saddle is when your leg is slightly bent at the knee when pedalling down.

 

You might think that a soft saddle is the most comfortable, but this is not necessarily the case. It's more about using the right saddle for the length of the bike ride. A wide saddle is best for bike rides shorter than half an hour, while a narrow saddle is better for longer rides. Anatomical bike saddles, which are different for men and women, are also good.

Your saddle should also sit on a spiral that acts as a shock absorber.

 

To make cycling more comfortable, you can also attach a special gel cushion to the saddle.

 

Finally, it makes sense to buy special cycling clothing that has padding in the problem areas.