Bristol Buttr Anti-Chafing Cream

Bristol's Butt'r Anti-Chafing Cream has a thick consistency and organic antiseptic ingredients making it comfortable mile after mile.

With the advent of the modern synthetic chamois, there's less need for ointments and creams to prevent and relief from chafing. Spending hours in the saddle isn't always the most comfortable way to spend your spare time though. If you've ever suffered from sores or chafing after a couple of hours out riding, a chamois cream could literally save your butt.

Some cyclists swear by them, and won't consider leaving the house without first applying some chamois cream to their nether regions. They're especially good for successive days in the saddle, whether it's touring or a couple of back-to-back hard day's training. It certainly makes the first couple of miles of the ride, while you're settling into the chamois, all the more comfortable.

Bristol Butt'r is a new chamois cream on the market. It's actually handmade in Bristol by a keen cyclist, who wanted to develop his own formulation. It has a thick consistent, more akin to butter, that is described as an 'antiseptic ointment'. It's made from natural vegetable fats and 88% of the ingredients are organically sourced. Tea Tree Oil gives it the antiseptic qualities while Peppermint gives it a little kick when you slap it on the skin.

Opening the tub reveals a strong whiff of lavender hitting the nostrils. Because of its thickness, it's easy to apply. And if you're not sure how to apply, there's a handy illustrated step-by-step guide on the label. You can either apply directly to the body, or lather it on the chamois, or both. Personal preferences dictate which method you plump for, but the important thing is to make sure you get it in the high chafe risk areas.

Because of its thick consistency, I found the Bristol Butt'r to last a good length of time on the bike. Certainly by the end of the ride it's all been soaked into the skin/chamois, and leaves a nice barrier between your skin and the chamois for the length of the ride.

If you do suffer from chafing or any discomfort in the shorts when cycling, then you ought to try a chamois cream, it could be just what you need. And the Bristol Butt'r is a very good product that performs well.

I've used a lot of chamois creams in my time and I was particularly impressed with the Bristol Butt'r. The consistency ensures it's easy to apply and sticks around long into the ride, providing mile after mile of comfort. The 200ml tub is lasting ages, and it's reasonably priced too.

Verdict

Particularly impressive chamois cream that lasts well.