Saddle Sores Can be a Real Drama Saddle sores can become a serious problem that can create havoc for any cyclists working to a weekly training schedule. Once the cyclist's saddle sore becomes serious enough it can ruin weekly goals and force you to stop training for a couple of days. It is very important to prevent saddle sores from even developing. Here are some tips...
1. Keep it clean down below.
2. Reduce the friction by not having the seat so high that you hips rock when you pedal.
3. Good cycling shorts. You want chamois against your skin; no underwear or anything else that can cause friction.
4. Take off those cycling shorts when you're done.
5. A clean pair of shorts everyday.
6. Use baby wipes to clean up. This is another one that may Work for some, but not others. Some people react to the alcohol in the wipes and the alcohol can dry out the skin. However, there are wipes that use aloe vera.
7. Experiment with other products. Use Vaseline, antibiotic ointment or Hydrocortisone creme on the part of your shorts and your butt where you think you'll develop saddle sores or where you expect rubbing to occur. There are other fancy products out there, but Vaseline works and is available anywhere. Got this tip from an American... You can treat pimple like saddle sores that are uncomfortable to Ride on with ointment called "Preparation H"; or a generic version. Its primary use is to treat haemorrhoids but it appears to be very effective at treating cyclist's saddle sores by shrinking swollen tissue and easing pain.  Apply it five minutes before slathering on your chamois cream and pulling on your shorts. Also try a dab on sores after rides to dull discomfort. I would assume that if this is the case then most haemorrhoid treatment might work the same.
I was wondering if anyone had had experience with treating cyclist's saddle sores and if you would like to share their advice...