numbness....

[OMR]

Originally Posted by paulspann

Thanks everyone for your comments and suggestions...!!! sometimes i feel like such a newbie before i ask a question!! but even though i've been riding awhile i've never explored solutions to most of the problems i encounter on a ride... this site i has the solutions LOL

This is the real value of the STR forum... a place to exchange information and ideas. Newbies, regular riders, old coggers... we're all here to help each other enjoy this wonder wacky sport of mountain biking.

See ya on the trail...

OMR

[RidetheRAAM4]

Oh yeah, and when you ride I think something like 1/3 of your weight should be supported by your legs, 1/3 by your arms and the other 1/3 is actually being supported by the seat. I think I read that in a magazine somewhere.

[Paul000]

Thanks everyone for your suggestions... i adjusted the angle tonight and after my ride on Telegraph canyon in chino hills i wasn't numb.... i also moved the seat forward as well.

Its funny how you just don't think how the subtlest adjustment can make a huge difference...

i think when i get some more $$ i'll have to check out the sit bones analyzer and get me a better seat....

thanks again guys/gals...

[tbowren]

FYI, the Specialized sit bonez measurer is free to use. It's just a piece of memory foam with a ruler attached to it. You can goto any store that has it and check it out.

[Dino Brown]

Most opinions have already been given... padded shorts.... seats with love channels... etc.

A couple friends who ride their bikes to work, sometimes swap their normal seats for a HOBSON seat. Whether it is for you- I do not know. I do know they work!!!

You be the judge.... HobsonSeats.com -- Healthy Cycling Without the Pain