Questions: I have been suffering from what I call saddle sores or pressure "lumps." I have changed saddles 3 times this season and just changed to some new shorts. I have also used a whole slew of chamois creams. In addition, I've had my fit checked, which was OK. While I have seen some improvement, beyond a few hours in the saddle I get pain in my sit bone area with associated … [Read more...] about How Do I Remedy Sit Bone Saddle Sores?
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How to Avoid “Tail Bone” Discomfort or Pain Related to Bicycling
Question: My wife is just starting to ride. She has a new hybrid bike, with a comfort bike-type seat. We want to ride the Katy Trail (250 miles) this October, about 40 miles per day. We have started a training program. She complains of "tail-bone" pain after about 5-6 miles. She thinks she needs more seat padding or a gel-seat cover. Suggestions, please. — Bruce R. … [Read more...] about How to Avoid “Tail Bone” Discomfort or Pain Related to Bicycling
Cycling and Hemorrhoids
By Alan Bragman, D.C. Without a doubt one of the most unpleasant maladies associated with riding a bike is hemorrhoids. This is a condition where the veins around the anus or lower rectum become painful, swollen, inflamed and may itch or bleed. Before providing a more detailed explanation of hemorrhoids, including classification and treatment options, Here's the good … [Read more...] about Cycling and Hemorrhoids
Bee Stings, and How to Deal With Them
by John Marsh As I chatted with my buddy J.C. on a recent ride, I felt the telltale pinpoint sharp pain on the front of my left ankle. Even though I had not seen it, I knew immediately what had just happened — bee sting. I told J.C. and looked for the nearest place to pull over. As he held my bike, I reached down and slowly pulled down my sock. Sure enough, there was the … [Read more...] about Bee Stings, and How to Deal With Them