Myra G
I just bought a seat that looks comfortable but is not. Any suggestions???
yes, it has been a while since I have used a bike.
Answer
Hi Myra,
First let's get some basic terms squared away. Bike seats are called "saddles"... For the most part "seats" are found in bleachers, office buildings and in cars.
I have been an active cyclist since 1985, currently logging 200-250 miles per week... Now it is true that I am not a woman, nor do I have a wide bottom, but I can help you out a bit. Saddles are now being made women-specific. Most of these are narrower models, but as someone else pointed out, women naturally have a wider pelvic region (the whole birthing thing), so they will be shaped differently from a male saddle. If you went to a decent bike shop, you would see saddles with sections that look like they are missing, cut out or perhaps the maker forgot to finish building it. That however is the way they are suppose to look. The cut out region is to alleviate pressure on your pelvic region - and to weight weenies (what they call people who count every gram of every part that goes on their bikes) it is cool because that saddle will weigh less than solid ones.
If you weren't completely sold on a mountain bike, I would recommend a recumbent for true comfort while riding.. Those are the bikes that you sit in a very wide chair-like "seat", with your legs extended out to the pedals in front of you. Riding a recumbent would work certain muscle groups harder than a regular bike would. Your gluts (butt muscles) would be worked (abused - LOL) hard along with your leg muscles of course. The saddle on a recumbent is light-years more comfortable than a standard bike.
If you are already sold on the mountain bike idea, or perhaps you have one and saddle discomfort has become the principal issue at hand, then first thing I would recommend is to look at Performancebike.com. Click on the SADDLES link on the left. Then select WOMEN'S SADDLES. You will see a very wide shaped saddle there for sale for $39.99 (12% off) called "The Seat" by Ergo. It probably doesn't look anything like any saddle you have ever seen (and yes it is ok to call this one a SEAT! It is advertised as:
"Extra wide for unbelievable support and comfort"
"Short length provides a non-restrictive pedal stroke"
"Integrated rear reflectors for added visibility"
"Gel padding dissipates road vibration while providing plenty of padding for comfort"
Keep in mind that "The Seat" is a saddle that supports your body the same way as when you sit in a chair.
Shoot that almost sounds good enough for me! If it could recline and give me a massage I would be set! LOL! Just kidding of course.
Another thing to keep in mind that if you are riding a department store bicycle, you really should get properly fit on your bike. It sounds like you have a passion that makes you want to ride, but the dang pain in the butt part (sorry) has discomforted you and irked you enough to have you post a question here. A reliable bike shop can help you "Saddle Up" properly. They can tell if your saddle is too high or too far back. They can help if your crank arms are too long, or if the distance to your handlebar is too far away, too low or too high. All of the stated issues above can contribute to a sore backside.
Also on the Performance website you can see the Forté EasyRider Saddle. For the Forte EasyRider follow this link:
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=14747&PID=1204522
It too is on sale $19.99 (50% off the regular price)
You can also check out another famous online cycling catalog @ NASHBAR.COM for the following saddles:
Selle San Marco Travel Delux Womenâs Saddle
Selle Royal Ergo GEL Mid Cruiser Saddle
A little more insight can be found at: about.com (See below)
http://bicycling.about.com/od/equipment/a/saddlechoice.htm
If I can help further in any aspect of the sport please don't hesitate to contact me... HOW? Just answer any of the questions that "I ask" with the answer "BIKE HELP NEEDED" and I will do my best to get you the answers you seek.
Best Regards,
~CJ Smith~
Cyclist - Triathlete
Suncoast Cycling Club Member
Palm Harbor, Florida
How can someone make money in 7th grade!!!????!!?? Please Help me!! i need creative suggestions!!?
iluv46!
ive tried to babysit, but there are no kids!!
i tried making bracelets, but my neaighbor hood is so small, only one person would walk by my jhouse evey hour. does anyone have any ideas on where i should sell... and what to sell!?!?!?!!?!?!
Answer
One of the most common questions on âYahoo Answersâ comes from young people looking for ways to make money. I totally understand the question and the various responses with the traditional answers of babysitting, online surveys, lemonade stands, paper routes, etc. While the traditional ways of making money may work for some people, they certainly wonât work for everyone so itâs time to think outside the box and dare to be different.
In most states itâs illegal to hire minors (under a certain age) for employment. For some states that is somewhere between 14 and 18 depending on the job, the duties and the products or services being sold. The best resource for your situation is a chat with your local schoolâs guidance officer or Board of Education. These resources will be able to help you get a work permit, explain the laws and rules, and sometimes help you find employers that are seeking part-time student help. Let's face it⦠it wonât hurt to ask.
Now for those who arenât able to legally work for an employer, donât give up! You can, at any age, work for yourself and/or your parents. There are limitations such as selling drugs, alcohol, body parts and other products but that leaves a lot of things that you CAN sell and/or services that you can provide.
Your local library is a great resource. Check out books like âFast Cash for Kidsâ by Bonnie & Noel Drew. Talk to the Librarian for other referrals. You might like âThe Richest Kids in Americaâ by Mark Vincent Hansen⦠what a great book!!!
Check out the services of Junior Achievements at http://www.ja.org. Junior Achievements is a legitimate organization that works with teen entrepreneurs. You just might âclickâ with their website.
You will need to do a little homework before just dashing into a business of your own. You will want to find out about local laws and licensing. You might want to learn a little about marketing, accounting, selling techniques, advertising, taxes, etc.
Here are some ideas for money making that you may or may not have thought about for yourself⦠washing windows, recycling, teaching, tutoring, writing, crafts, selling online, fixing and selling skateboards or bicycles, refinishing furniture, cooking or baking, washing cars, growing and selling flowers or spices or even goldfish, printing tshirts or calendars, selling bumper stickers, energy efficient lightbulbs or programmable thermostats, shampooing carpeting, making and selling non toxic cleaning products, selling books or music or video games, or performing as a clown or other character or ⦠as you can see the list goes on and on.
Itâs really important to DO something to get your business started. Itâs great to think about things and plan how youâll spend your money once you earn it but youâve got to start doing something in order to take action. Learn how to write a business plan and then concentrate on writing it. You canât reach success if you canât describe it.
I started working at 12 selling calendars door to door from fall to winter every year and I raked in a lot of money just fifty cents at a time. But I didnât sit back waiting for the money to find me and you shouldnât either. Itâs time to learn about yourself, your industry, your customers, your suppliers and your business.
Every journey begins with a single step.
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