Bicycle seats are often taken for granted until you notice a tear in the cover or attempt to adjust a seat that hasn't been moved in months. Bicycle seats are vulnerable to the effects of harsh weather, excessive moisture and a lack of proper care. In many cases, you can avoid the cost of replacing a damaged seat by identifying a problem in the early stages.
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A squeaky bicycle seat might not seem like a big deal at first -- until you pedal along, racking up the miles, and it becomes more annoying with every passing minute. If the squeak goes away when you stand on the pedals, you ha...
Cyclists and groin pain are not supposed to go together. Your ride is meant to be free of pain and discomfort. Unfortunately, groin pain strikes cyclists frequently and can lead to serious physical conditions. Luckily, alleviat...
It is no secret that riding a bicycle is an effective cardiovascular exercise. However, for many, riding a bike for long durations can be uncomfortable, especially for men. Narrow bicycle seats, most commonly found on mountain ...
You won't enjoy your bike ride if you aren't comfortable on the seat, so having the right seat, also known as a saddle, is important. The way your bottom fits on the saddle is what really counts, so you have to measure yourself...
Riding your bike can lose its charm if your seat starts to slip. A seat post can start to slip slowly and steadily during your ride or over a number of rides. The problem can be caused by several factors. Your post may be overl...
Taking a bike ride with your young toddler or preschooler is risky, because even the slightest fall can cause him injury. The best child bike seat for your child depends on your riding preferences, your biking ability and the a...
A baby or child riding with an adult on a bicycle requires a child safety seat for protection. MayoClinic.com cautions parents to select a size- and age-appropriate safety seat for all trips to avoid head injuries and the risk ...
Before you choose a bicycle seat for your child, you must ensure that the carrier meets all safety standards. The safest bicycle seat will reduce the risk of injury to the child and allow for you and your child to enjoy a pleas...
For bicyclists, an ergonomic and properly positioned bicycle seat is essential for preventing back problems such as sciatica, a painful condition caused by compression to the sciatic nerve that extends from the pelvis and down ...
Bicycle seats built with the prostate in mind may prevent certain serious side effects of bicycling, including erectile dysfunction. If you already suffer from prostrate problems, switching to a seat designed to relieve pressur...
Many people in the United States have turned to bicycles for their daily commute. If you have decided to commute to work, you want to make the experience enjoyable and comfortable. The best bike seat for commuting will help do ...
Bicycle seats almost appear as if they were designed specifically to be uncomfortable. However, for many riders, discomfort may be a sign of pressure on the prostate, which is a serious concern. Finding a bicycle seat that fits...
After an extended bicycle riding session, you may climb off your bike and notice an uncomfortable tingling or pain in your legs, buttocks or groin area. This occurrence is known as bicycle seat neuropathy and is related to adde...
Choosing bicycle equipment is complicated. You must consider what type of riding you want to pursue, what frame material and gear systems are best, for example. Unfortunately, the bicycle seat is often overlooked when choosing ...
Yet one of the smallest components -- your bicycle seat, technically known as the saddle -- also plays the biggest role in your comfort and long-distance endurance. For men, it's helpful to have a seat with a middle channel to ...
The safest way to tow your toddler, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, is in a bicycle-towed child trailer. If you do not want to tow a trailer, you can choose between front-mounted bicycle seats and rear-mounted ...
If you're packing extra pounds, you want a seat design that's padded for extra comfort and also provides extra width for greater support. With dozens of bicycle seats available, it can be hard to find the best seat for your mon...
It can be challenging to go through a day without sitting, and for die-hard cyclists, the prospect of giving up riding may seem equally challenging. You probably don't have to give up biking when hemorrhoids flare up. Finding a...
Bicycle seats come in all shapes and sizes. The most comfortable type for one person may cause discomfort in another rider. To find the best bike saddle for you, visit a bike shop and try out the offerings. If you feel any numb...
The most common types of bicycle seat posts are steel or aluminum with a tapered shaft at one end or a bicycle seat post that combines the post and the saddle clamp into one unit. A wide variety of seat post sizes are available...
Choosing the right bicycle seat is an important part of riding. A poorly adjusted seat not only can impair your skill as a cyclist, but also cause injury over time. There are a variety of factors to consider when choosing the s...
Not only does the seat keep you comfortable, but poorly designed seats can even constrict blood flow and affect your health and safety. With a variety of bicycle seats available, you may have a hard time figuring out which seat...
The scenery and the feel of the wind rushing by give the rider a sense of freedom and a direct connection to the surrounding environment. But riding a bike with groin pain is no picnic. Groin pain affects cyclists on mountain b...
Dozens of types of seat posts, with different combinations of materials, clamping style, sizes and suspension options, have been manufactured since the invention of the bicycle. Late 20th century and vintage bikes have a consid...
Whether commuting through the neighborhood or taking an excursion over a winding country road, the only noise cyclists want to hear from their bike is the click of the freewheel and the hum of tires on the road. A bike is to be...
For some people, the risk of wear and tear on a new prosthesis signals the end of a favorite sport, such as running. That's not the case for cyclists, however. With the right bike seat and a careful approach, you can get back o...
People may believe that bicycle seats are fairly straightforward, the only difference being whether they're designed for a woman or a man. In reality, bicycle seats are more like choosing a comfortable pair of shoes, with the r...
When you ride a bicycle, it should not feel painful. If you are experiencing discomfort when you ride, then you most likely are not using the right type of bicycle seat. Bicycle seats are typically recommended based on your rid...
Hard or soft, wide or narrow, plastic or leather --- these are all features to be considered when choosing a bike saddle. Whether it's for racing, mountain biking, or leisure, bike seats come in all shapes and sizes, making it ...
Like other forms of aerobic exercise, bicycling provides many health benefits. Unfortunately, your bicycle seat can cause pain and discomfort, possibly leading to nerve damage. Two factors that greatly influence your risk for d...
A proper bicycle seat should offer both support and stability. The design of the bike seat, or saddle, varies depending on the intended type of terrain. According to cycling expert Jim Langley, an inadequate bicycle seat may le...
Adjusting the seat height on your bicycle is a simple process that can play an important role in your comfort and safety while riding. Placing it at the proper height will also increase your pedaling efficiency, thus allowing y...
As one of the few areas where your body and bicycle come in contact, your bicycle seat, also known as a saddle, can have a large impact on your comfort while riding. The angle of your seat is an often overlooked aspect of the b...
Using special bike seats or switching to a different type of bicycle are options for those experiencing this type of issue.
Bicycle seats have existed for as long as the bicycle. However, the relatively recent potential link between genital issues for men and sitting for a lengthy period on a bicycle saddle has prompted more focus on the seat's desi...
Bicycling is a great aerobic and muscle-building exercise. However, if you are a large individual, most bike seats may not support your body adequately and comfortably. Fortunately, bicycle seats come in a variety of designs, t...
Called "saddles," these seats come in several widths with a variety of insets, holes and grooves. Riding without pain involves a combination of the right seat at the right height with proper riding posture.
Bicycle seat or saddle mounts, also called clamps, hold the seat in place at the top of the seat post, clamping onto two rails attached to the underside of the seat. Good quality seat mounts allow you to adjust both the horizon...
Installing a bicycle saddle seat is not a complex procedure. Some shops do these installations in minutes without removing the seat post from the bicycle frame. This method is fine for someone with experience since they can tak...
Trek makes a complete line of bicycles ranging from children's bikes to road, track and triathlon bikes to mountain, urban and even electric bikes. The seats on Trek bikes use a seat post clamp with a binder bolt or quick relea...
Finding a saddle that fits your body means you can take long rides in relative comfort, allowing you to improve your cycling skills or simply have fun while staying fit. When comparing different types of bicycle seats, take the...
The position of the seat, or saddle, on a new or used bike is almost always wrong for your size and body dimensions. A seat that is in the right position makes bicycling more comfortable, appealing and fun, and lessons the chan...
All bike saddles are not created equal, which can be a sobering fact for individuals with subpar bike seats. The truth is, a bike's saddle often factors in significantly into the comfort level of a bike--saddles that fail to pr...
Choosing the perfect bicycle seat is largely a matter of great fit in two regards: Your bike seat needs to fit both your riding style and your anatomy. What is most comfortable for your riding buddy may not suit you at all.
According to bicycle guru, Sheldon Brown, when a untrained cyclist rides, his legs aren’t fit enough to bear much of his weight, putting the bulk of his body weight on the bike seat and causing soft tissue discomfort. If ...
If you've been riding on a bicycle seat, commonly called a saddle, that is too low, too far back or overly tilted, bicycling can seem unpleasant or even painful. When bicycling is comfortable, it's more fun and a more attractiv...
A key to comfortable bike riding is setting the bike saddle, or seat, at the proper height for your body. The wrong height can make pedaling efforts ineffective and possibly cause injuries. The placement of the pedals in relati...
Specialized, one of the top three high-end brands sold at bike shops in the United States according to the National Bicycle Dealers Association, manufactures both bicycles and replacement seats. Its line of bicycle seats includ...
Removing a bicycle seat post is a relatively simple task that is useful for a cyclist changing parts or disassembling his bicycle for travel. It is a job that generally requires few tools and can be done quickly if there is no ...
According to the International Bicycle Fund, before your baby can start riding with you in his bicycle seat, he needs to be able to support his head and the weight of his bicycle helmet. Attaching a baby bicycle seat to the rea...
Bicycle seat neuropathy is a neurological or vascular injury of the pudendal nerve resulting from a cyclist supporting his weight on a narrow bicycle seat for long periods of time. The pudendal nerve innervates the genital and ...
When we think of comfortable seats, grandpa's recliner shoots to mind: huge, cozy and plush, it seems to be the peak of comfort. When it comes to bicycle seats, though, going for the biggest, softest model may turn out to be hi...
Just bought a new bike? Don't be discouraged if the seat that came with it isn't a perfect fit. Bike seats have a tough job. They must support a large amount of weight over a small surface, yet be comfortable enough to make rid...
Choosing the correct bike saddle makes the ride more enjoyable and may encourage you to continue pursuing biking. Bicycle seat selection is a personal decision since each person's body and preferences are different. While a fri...
Setting the bike seat to the correct position is one of the easiest adjustments you will make. Riders have their own style. Peter White Cycles say some bike riders pedal with their toes down while other use the balls of their f...
Cycling is a popular form of recreation and exercise for many adults. The use of a bicycle baby seat allows parents to continue enjoying this form of exercise. Because there are risks associated with cycling, learn some basic s...
The process of removing an old seat and installing a new one is generally straightforward; a single nut is all that secures many bicycle seats in place. However, after you install your new seat onto the bicycle, you may find it...
To fit a new seat to your bicycle, you must first remove the old one. Today, most bicycle seats consist of a covered saddle with a rail framework underneath. A clamp in the seat stem, which fits into the bicycle frame, attaches...
Exercise is supposed to be beneficial to your body, but if you don't take care to use the right equipment, you can actually harm yourself in the process. Cycling is a prime example. Without the right seat, you can press sensiti...
People ride bikes for exercise, transportation or both. Parents share their enthusiasm for bicycling with their young children by taking the wee ones along on seats designed to carry young passengers. If you exercise caution an...
Depending on your choice of seat, it can be a source of comfort or literally a pain. One size doesn't fit all, according to the website Bicycling Life. To get the most comfortable ride, you should look for a bicycle seat that s...
While your body will toughen and adapt to the demands of cycling to a degree, a quality bicycle seat reduces the pressure and friction on your groin. Although you may be tempted to choose the widest and most padded seat availab...
For female cyclists, saddle choices abound. Traditionally, there was no distinction between male and female saddles. However with more women riding, demand is greater for saddles specifically designed for women. Women-specific ...
According to an Oct. 4, 2005 article by Sandra Blakeslee in "The New York Times," "Researchers have estimated that 5 percent of men who ride bikes intensively have developed severe to moderate erectile dysfunction as a result."...
A bicycle seat that fits well will provide an easier and more comfortable riding experience. Poorly fit, a bicycle seat can be painful and may even cause injury over the long term. Several simple adjustments are required to ens...
As part of regular maintenance on your bicycle, it's a good idea to examine and clean the seat post on a regular basis. Seat posts should not be overlooked during routine maintenance. Exposure to water, dirt and other contamina...
Its relative ease of use makes it a popular pastime, and it can be enjoyed by young and old alike. Those who bike on a regular basis will occasionally have to put on a new seat, or if you are purchasing a new bike or loaning ...
The seat of your bicycle, commonly called a saddle, will sometimes need to be changed in order to accommodate your cycling needs. Bicycle seats are standardized in how they attach to the bicycle, and have two steel rails on the...
Pain from an ill-fitting bicycle seat can ruin a ride. The bicycle seat, or saddle, plays a large role in both comfort and efficiency while cycling. Primarily, pain felt in the groin or the knees can be traced back to the saddl...
On a new bicycle, the seat will probably be factory set at the highest setting. For most people, this means the seat will need to be lowered in order to properly reach the pedals when riding the bike. An improperly positioned s...
Almost every cyclist has cursed his bicycle seat at some point. Sometimes it seems bicycle seats are torture devices, designed by sadists with the distinct purpose of hurting your butt and groin. The height and angle adjustme...
Setting your saddle at the right height is important to both your riding efficiency and your health, particularly in your back. If you are seated on an improperly-adjusted saddle for extended periods of time--particularly when ...
Bike seats, often called saddles, come in many makes and models. They range from being hard or soft to wide or narrow. Because up to 50 percent of your weight rests on the seat when riding, picking the right one can affect your...
