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bicycle seats
It's supposed to hit 75 degrees all this week, so I'm finally going to go pick up a bicycle. A friend reminded me of an ABC program he saw that talked about bicyclists having a higher percentage of ED later on in life because of the seats... and that is something I definitely want to avoid.
Here's an article I just found about it: http://www.emedicine.com/sports/topic12.htm So, what kind of bike seats do you like?
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02-28-2006, 10:17 AM
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I always figured the conservative-types didn't use seats...
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So that's why my wife is always nagging me to ride the bicycle...
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02-28-2006, 10:34 AM
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I use a gel seat specifically designed for men that has a large gap strategically placed.
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I had bought the one that just has the two seperate pads that lets your "stuff" hang between them. Couldnt get used to it. Now I have a Specialized, with a Bell gel pad on it.
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Maybe I'll just get some rollerblades
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Thanks, Steve, I'm checkin' that out now.
edit: hahaa, first thread I found when I searched was titled, "Help! My penis fell asleep!???"
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Some do have problems, but an overwhelming majority do not. Remember, you should also be wearing bike shorts when you ride, which has padding as well. I think a good pair of bike shorts should be on your buy list.
I ride with an arione and have been happy with it. Edit: Sorry, that would be an Airione seat.
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I rode a bike with a gel seat for just a couple minutes, and couldn't stand it.
My bike still has the stock seat it came with, but it's getting pretty ratty, so it's about time to upgrade. |
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I wear padded bike shorts - use them while motorcycle touring, too.
I read about ED before I bought my Lemond Buenos Aires. 'Got me sorta concerned, at first. Lem. B/A stock seat was too hard/uncomfy - replacement seat not much better. Rather than continuing to play musical seats, and not being a "weight weenie" nor an "animal", I broke down and bought the Brooks B-17 Champion Special, Honey/Copper Rails ($75). Mildly comfy at first - super comfy after break-in. I decided I wasn't concerned about ED.
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If anyone needs a new split saddle, I've got an extra one, never used. Specialized Body Geometry. $25 plus shipping. It's got the space in just the right place.
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