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Post by Deleted on Mar 9, 2014 8:04:42 GMT
I hope someone can help...! Advice required!
I have discovered that in my quest to cover more miles and in using my T3 more than I've ever used a bike before, I have a crotch rubbing sore that is quite uncomfortable and i don't know what's best to do! I have heard that there are some saddle creams that can be used but having seen Top Gears Clarkson describe using them as putting toothpaste on your testicles I'm not convinced I should try this! Also it's actually very raw and so any topical administration must not aggravate the issue!
Any advice gratefully received.. Bit embarrassed really but want (need) to keep riding!!
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Post by Radchenister on Mar 9, 2014 10:20:14 GMT
If damaged, then rest is all that can be done, pros drop out races with this but rarely let it get too far gone.
Go to Wiggle and read the reviews on the creams, only ever used a bit of Vaseline personally and that was back at the start; don't feel the need these days although @davefy7 reckons I may need some for monster rides.
Perhaps assess saddle type and angle, as well as foot position and leg action, simply shouldn't be happening to such an extent - do need good shorts which fit well and have decent padding; my 'best' shorts get used on longer rides, cheap ones for shorter loops.
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Post by Big Brother on Mar 9, 2014 10:56:40 GMT
Ouch! Sounds painful. Best staying off the saddle until it heals. Get some Sudocrem to help the healing. If it works for nappy rash then It's good for saddle sores!
Also follow Rads advice, it makes sense. Hope it heals quickly.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 9, 2014 14:07:51 GMT
Also make sure it's not the seam of your shorts pad rubbing. Personally I use Qfriction cream think I got it from it from wiggle. It has got a slight tingle to it but not as bad as Clarkson was making out. It's all natural ingredients as well. But really all you can do is rest it and use some sudocrem until healed really.
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Post by wellermj on Mar 9, 2014 14:54:27 GMT
+1 for Sudocrem, the cool relief is one of the wonders of the modern world....When you get the right shorts and saddle you should be fine
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Post by robertsims on Mar 9, 2014 14:58:43 GMT
Sudocrem and few days off bike
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Post by ianmoss on Mar 9, 2014 17:22:38 GMT
Sudocrem, agree. try to find out if there is a rough edge / seam on your shorts or saddle that may bee the cause,
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Post by Deleted on Mar 9, 2014 19:51:00 GMT
Thanks all! Well I didn't ride today despite that fantastic weather round here. And I guess I'll stay off the saddle this week... but I'm due another big ride in the surrey hills next weekend and so I'm hoping I'll be capable by then! We've got a three month old in the house so plenty of sudocrem and that's cheaper than the specialist cycle creams. My triban will get a rest this week at least. May visit my lbs too and consider spending on some pricey shorts too. Cheers again! Wish me luck!
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Post by goffski on Mar 10, 2014 14:40:35 GMT
I use Udderly Smooth for long rides and wouldn't do without it. I have tried sudocrem but i'd use this after that ride if you're a bit sore, not during as it's much thicker and doesn't do the job as well. Not too sure where Clarkson got the toothpaste from as it really isn't like that!
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Post by baldbloke on Mar 10, 2014 18:32:40 GMT
I use Udderly Smooth and it's fine. I've also got a huge tub of aqueous cream and that seems to be just as good.
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Post by Rocket on Mar 10, 2014 19:11:13 GMT
+1 for aqueous cream. 99p in B&M for a massive tub made by Kingsley House.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 10, 2014 19:24:43 GMT
A decent quality and comfortable fitting pair of bib shorts/longs goes a long way to maintaining a healthy rear end. The only problem I have had is in my early touring days when cycling for long distances (80-100mls) in hot weather. The heat combined with poor fitting cheap Aldi shorts (non-Bib) resulted in some pretty sore rash in the nether regions. Dampness caused by rain or sweat is the main problem. I have also had some very slight abrasion from my winter bib tights over the last couple of months due to all the rain we have had. I also have one pair of bib longs I bought from Decathlon which are nearly always guaranteed to cause friction problems due to a poor design so I have stopped wearing them. After having a read up on the subject of chamois cream, I think there is a good case for its use on longer rides to act as a preventative to such conditions as cysts, abscesses and infected hair follicles etc. Some creams not only act to prevent friction problems but also contains anti bacterial elements to ward off infections. I'll probably buy a tub of Inyangi Nubutte Chamois Butter from Planet X to give it a try on long rides (100 milers) and if it makes a difference I'll try to knock my own up with similar ingredients. www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/HNNCB/inyangi-nubutte-chamois-butterIt is always a good idea to get out of your cycling gear and under the shower as soon as you get back from your ride and personally I do not intend using creams for shorter rides.
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