[daveed80]

Looking for advice – ive been getting pain between bum & balls for a year or so now, on the right hand side.

It first would only been issue first 2-5 mins on the bike through outside cycling last summer, after that it would go. During the winter when zwifting indoors it has got slightly worse, culminating in last week or so when it has got worse again, feeling it on and off throughout ride when shifting on saddle. Ive been googling looking for explanations and sit bone pain does seem to make a lot of sense. When feeling round the area there is a point that is very sensitive when I push in on it. (finger isn’t going anywhere else!)

One thing to try and help I want to do is to replace my saddle, I have had the same one for 5 years and probably ridden 16000 miles on it now.

Anyone had any experience of this and can offer advice? Or alternative explanations and other help?

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[lonpfrb]

Specialized saddle fitment involves measuring the sit bone width to ensure that the correct width is chosen.
A key component of a proper Bike Fit IMHO.
Quite simple to do with high density foam that will retain your sit bone imprint for a little while after you sit on it.
That one measurement and a well designed saddle ensure that I’ve never had issues out to 5 hour rides..

[leedorney]

Bite the bullet and swim get some medical all clear and possibly chuck out SMP saddles 🤷

[StevenCrook]

Rest for a week or two, enough time to book a bike fit…

[galibiervelo]

If the pain exists when off the bike, it is an injury. The next step are to find what is causing the injury and remove which as you know is easier said then done.
When the injury is at a single point and not both sides it is usually physical rather than mechanical (taking that the saddle is straight).
So first step is rest. Two weeks off to let the body heal. and see if the problem resolves. Zero cycling, not less to let the point of pain heal.
A bike fitter or friend would be a good next call to see if you are twisted …if there are no long term injuries.

GP are really nearly pointless unless you have the golden ticket of one who cycles so as you do not have to explain indoor training and ‘How far?’
Best of luck

[Oberon]

I have had similar issues in the past, but am no expert.
Reading your description, my first thought would be something other than sit bones. In my experience, that usually gets worse as a ride progresses and in my case, at least, was felt on both sides, not just one.
Might be worth exploring pelvic tilt, which could result in some tension somewhere in the pelvis, resulting in your symptoms. If you are right-handed and spend a lot of time sitting, it could be a factor, for example. Flexibility and core strength can help in these cases, as might physio, if you can find one that is knowledgeable.

[Aluminium can]

My guess is saddle sores due to sweat, especiallygiven indoor cycling. They can be invisible but feel like a hard lump. Acne cream to affected area for 1-2 weeks and avoid the bike during that time. It will bleach your undies so don’t wear your favourite pair. Haha

[Flintshire Boy]

YouTube is your friend. Lots (and lots) of vids on there giving analysis / advice. The Bike Fit guy (used to be on Cade Media) says that such probs. are very rarely about the saddle, but rather about one’s positioning. Best of luck.

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