The greater the padding, the deeper you sink into the saddle and the more likely you are to feel numbness.
2) Use gel saddles. They are not too hard and not too soft.
3) Never tilt the saddle nose upward. The seat should be level or angle downward slightly.
4) Set your handlebars higher so that you do not have to bend forward. The lower you bend, the greater the pressure on your perineum.
5) Ride a more upright position. However, this increases wind resistance and will slow you down.
6) Change positions often as you ride.
7) Wear thin padding in your pants. Most good bicycle pants come with form-fitted chamois padding.
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