WOMEN'S EDITION - 8 things I wish I knew when I started cycling
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- Here's what I'd share with other ladies getting into the cycling :)
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Speaking about saddles. For me the saddle with cutout was an absolute game changer. Like a Selle Italia Superflow models. I always suffer from pressure in a genital area (not in the butt) And I occasionally discover the saddle with cutout. Before I always think that it is for men. But no! Now I love cycling
I think the cut out was originally developed for women.
Merino wool sports bras. Breathe well. Don’t get clammy in cold weather. Don’t get sopping wet in hot weather. Prevents “humidititties”. Also, merino base layers in cold weather for similar reasons… but that works for either gender.
👏🏻🤣. ty for that tip! merino wool magical! I heard about merino wool sports bras and will try it next :).
Could you please share the brand? I find merino wool itchy 😏 thank you
@@derbywinner6316ridge send it sports bra is fabulous - it is my go-to sports bra, unless I’m running (sometimes if I’m running, too). For a seamless without hooks/eyes it’s very supportive. Want to try the new brynwyn sports bra soon, too!
Yay for a women's edition cycling! I'm currently getting into cycling and I have to be honest that cycling culture where I am can be a little.. bro-y. Which I know isn't everyone! Still nice to see a women's edition for a more inclusive ride :)
hehe, I feel ya..welcome to cycling! you'll find your tribe and grow your skills as you ride with more people and riding groups. thanks for watching!
Thank you for making a version for women! I have been struggling with saddle fit, my sitbone width is 115 mm. If you know of great saddle libraries in the SF Bay Area or a good place to go for saddle recommendations I’d love to know.
I have that same tire jack, it works so well.
I am a new rider who is fat and have been searching for resources. I’ve watched a few of your videos so far and they’re excellent and so informative! I love your biking is for all and ride your own ride mentality. Subscribed. 😊
Glad you're finding them helpful and thanks for the subscribe! Good luck on your journey!
I had never heard of a tire jack before this video! Thanks! Definitely getting one.
Glad to help, it's so worth it!
Thank you for that video, I like to hear the "women's perspective". I am kayaking and am so glad that there are now even smaller and lighter kayaks for us women, so was not the case 30 years ago. Greetings from Sweden.
hello from Cali! how times are changing :).
For years, I used saddles that were too wide, thinking that women have wide pelvis. Now, I'm on a 132mm and no more chaffing, blistering, or pain
I have narrow sit bones and the most comfortable saddle and the only one I’ll ever use is a Brooks B17, it’s 175 wide.
thanks for sharing! how did you discover that narrow saddles worked better for you?
@@bikewithcarolin You must of misunderstood my post. I have narrow sit bones but found the very wide Brooks 17 was more comfortable.
Oops, I meant that as a reply to @seattlrgrrlie. I'm happy to hear that a wider saddle works for ya even with narrower sit bones, we're all so different!
Awesome list!
Several of these tips are quite applicable to men, too. I'm still searching for the ideal seat and shorts combination, especially as I'm starting to do longer rides - almost anything is tolerable for an hour or so, but after 2 or 3, or more hours in the saddle...
My best advice is getting a bike fit. Preferably by one that also is a physio. Been through two bike fits. First one was a waste of money. Second one was James from .bicycle in London. Mind you I am from Copenhagen, Denmark. Did 2 times 60km yesterday for about a total of 4-5 hours in the saddle. No issues what so ever. Couldn't have done that without the fit I got from James.
Thanks for watching, bummer you're experiencing issues after an hour :/. There are lots of variables to tinker with. A fitting would be a good starting point, as the fitter has usually heard many firsthand stories and can advise on the ideal saddle and shorts for you. good luck!