My bicycle saddle is uncomfortable, what should I do?
What to do if your bicycle saddle is uncomfortable? How to find a comfortable saddle – and how to know it’s comfortable before buying it?
Saddles and seat posts
Saddles (seats) and seat posts
Minimum seatpost insertion length
Minimum bicycle seatpost insertion explained: safe insertion depths, when shorter is acceptable, risks of shallow insertion, and practical rules to avoid frame damage.
Optimal saddle width – Bicycle saddle fit [05]
How to choose the right bicycle saddle width: sit bone measurement, riding position effects, practical formula, and tips to avoid discomfort and chafing.
Measuring sit bone width – Bicycle saddle fit [04]
How to measure sit bone width at home: simple tools, step-by-step method, and why this measurement matters for choosing a comfortable bicycle saddle.
Saddle shape – Bicycle saddle fit [03]
Bicycle saddle shapes explained: flat vs waved, curved vs flat sides, pear vs T profiles, cutouts and relief channels, and how shape affects comfort.
Saddle padding – Bicycle saddle fit [02]
Bicycle saddle padding explained: why too soft or too hard saddles cause discomfort, how padding affects support, and how to choose the right balance.
Saddle materials – Bicycle saddle fit [01]
Bicycle saddle materials explained: synthetic foam, gel, and leather saddles, with practical pros and cons to help choose the right saddle material.