Question: After many years of riding and racing it finally happened — I got a saddle sore. It’s a small boil-like bump/sore at the crease where my leg meets my butt. How should I treat it? — Steve O. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Welcome to the club, Steve! Here are some methods of attack: Treat…
QUESTION: Last season I developed a bad saddle sore. My doctor told me not to ride, but being part imbecile and part fanatic, I did. Now I have a persistent small lump under the skin and it hurts like sitting on a marble. I know you’re not a physician but can you help? — Greg…
Question: It’s getting colder and I’ve begun to wear tights. I’ve noticed that I tend to develop saddle sores when riding with tights, either the kind worn over shorts or those with a built-in chamois. Any advice? — Steve B. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Wearing tights over cycling shorts adds an extra layer of fabric…
Question: I’m having serious saddle soreness as I build my mileage toward a double century. I bought new bib shorts that might be too large, so maybe they’re contributing. I use a chamois cream on my shorts, but it only lasts about an hour. Then, yikes! It seems like my skin simply isn’t tough enough….
Question: Warning — graphic material to follow! When I ride farther than normal or sweat a lot, I get what I refer to as “diaper rash” or “swamp butt.” I think my sweat channels down the butt crack and pools near the bottom, causing the rash. I have tried A&D ointment and Bag Balm (both before…
