Reddit mentions: The best cycling underwear for men

Padded seats tend to have more padding - seems great, but actually causes more discomfort and numbness in the long run. They also don't account for chafing - you don't want a friction burn between your legs.

So slim hard seats are actually more comfortable over time and cause less damage to the skin and tissue around your sit bones. You need to make sure your sit bones (ischial tuberosity) are well situated. The sit bones of your hips are designed to support weight for long periods of time, where a plush seat disperses your weight to muscles and other areas, which leads to longer pain and numbness. Padded shorts/underwear designed for cycling move with you as you shift in the seat. You can often get inserts just designed like underwear so you don't need to get a whole new set of workout pants - this is what I often use since I have a bazillion pairs of workout pants, and it's also far cheaper than just buying cycling pants. I hope this helps!

Here's a great pair that I use that are only $10.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01489QQQA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_8AZkxbKVDVYCY

Edit: also, clip in shoes will really up your workout, since your feet are constantly connected and engaged with the bike. Not only do you have more stability, but you get a better push and follow through on the pedal, workout more muscles than just engaging your foot to the pedal. Gloves, for me anyway, for indoor cycling is just because I'm a sweaty beast.

camelbak cleaning tablets

front fork transportation mount

I guess Raleigh bikes qualify

giro infant bike helmet

compression cycling shorts

CO2 inflator

gonex cross country helmet

pandoom cycling jersey

camelbak MULE

camelbak bottle

baleaf chamois undershorts

camelbak minimal kids hydration pack

camelbak women LUXE backpack

BV small saddle bag

camelbak rain cover

Hollywood bike rack for sedan

saris super bones bike rack

Some of these aren't amazing, and some might expire by the time you get to them, but this is mostly everything mountain biking related. Good luck, all!

I haven't made that switch in particular, but I can attest to the streetability of the zx6. I've put down just under 21k in 10 months of owning it, with more than a few 400-500mi rides. It seems to be a little better for commuters than other i4's (has a little more oomph down low) but comfort is definitely not a priority with this bike.

If you're planning on putting major miles up, get a different seat than stock and snag a pair of padded bicycle shorts.

50mpg highway @80mph/6th, 54-ish with a tuck

I'm new to cycling. So take with a grain of salt...

But I bought a pair of these and really like them so far.


Baleaf Men's Bike Cycling Underwear Shorts 3D Padded Bicycle MTB (Blue, L) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MTE6OTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vwZjDbJZJ8MWM

I would like to hear others thoughts on this pair since it's my first pair. Even though I like them, is there anything better?

I like these a lot. Lots of padding. I bought a pair and liked them so much that I bought two more a couple months later.

They may help you. Not sure what you're current shorts are like.

Big guy here: used to wear 44 jeans and could fit these Zoic Shorts in 3XL - the padded liner is removable and you can actually pass them as plain shorts. You can also get just the padded undershorts from another brand. By extension, if you're smaller, you can just get the next size down.

I'm down to a 40 now and the shorts still fit because of a velcro strap on each side that cinches the shorts smaller. Nice breeze when wearing them. Just make sure you get a cycling jersey - the longer back keeps you from having "plumber butt" as /u/letseatpaste so eloquently put it :).

I love short work weeks.

Yay for you having a short week!

Now that I think about it these might be considered NSFW but not intended to be. It is a pair of underwear for cycling. Gonna lable it NSFW just to be safe.

College student on a budget here as well. I bought these recently from amazon and so far have been fairly pleased with them. Looks like they're on sale right now!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CWVP8PC/ref=oh_details_o01_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Padded shorts or compression type stuff helps, as does a good seat.

undershorts

Loose fit bike shorts with pads built in

You should they help a lot. I bought mine off Amazon for $9 a piece. Also I found that the seat height plays a big part. I keep mine high and it helps me stay off the seat and more weight on my legs and pedals.

Edit: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01489QQQA/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1457493840&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=bike+padded+underwear&dpPl=1&dpID=515joQV1wzL&ref=plSrch

These are the padded ones I bought.

Washing the shorts is extremely important. I don't get saddle sores, and and I wash my shorts after every ride.

Although saddles sores happen, it's not considered a "normal" part of riding, and can become quite painful and even can require being lanced and drained by a Dr.

I suggest you buy some cheap padded liners from Amazon and wear them under running shorts or something. (I used to use these before I surrendered to full blown lycra:https://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Coolmax-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B00CWVP9YC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1540914170&sr=8-3&keywords=biking+liner+shorts)

They're pretty comfortable, and affordable. Buy 5 pairs for commuting. (Or however many days you need them.)

I also recommend Something like no sweat detergent for washing shorts: https://www.amazon.com/Laundry-Detergent-Sport-No-Sweat/dp/B01150VK2A/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1540914403&sr=8-3&keywords=no%2Bsweat%2Bdetergent&th=1 (Smaller bottles are available.)

I use some fairly cheap padded liner shorts from Amazon under my regular shorts or tights.

These or these for commuting, longer ones for mtb.

I used the high end expensive shorts like Pearl Izumi for years before switching to the cheap ones a few years ago. I bough one pair for $10 just to try then got 4 more pair I liked them so much.

Rather than try to get an adjustable short that is also padded, try buying some liners that you wear under the shorts. I buy these and they're super cheap and hold up decently well.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01489QOOO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UlZUCb6K7GRPA

Yep, you probably just need to give your butt some time to adjust.

That said, Amazon has some cheap pairs you could try to see if they help.
e.g.
http://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Coolmax-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B00CWVP9YC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1409535141&sr=8-2

What kind of hybrid do you have? My wife has a Giant hybrid which is closer to a cruiser, and the saddle on that bike doesn't work for her for anything over a few miles.

I am trying to stay under the $100 price point I am not a crazy cycling I just commute to work and ride for fun occasionally on the weekends. I am debating to get some compression tights or if I should go with some looser pants accompanied by a shammy.

I am riding a 91 hardrock with some city tires a rack and a selle royal seta seat.

Baleaf Men's 3D Padded Bike Bicycle MTB Cycling Underwear Shorts (Blue, L) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MTE6OTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_tx02Cb420NTFF

Get shorts and a gel seat cover. You ride more when you're comfortable.

I bought a pair of these for < $20. They were my first pair, so I have nothing to compare them to. I've been slowly ramping up my rides to regularly go 25+ miles, and these do take the edge off. I still get extreme pain if I ride two days in a row, but for $12, I feel like I got my money's worth.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CWVPDKM

You may use bike underwear and any shorts you like on top.

I wear padded shorts underneath regular basketball shorts. I have a pair of mtb specific shorts as well, but they aren't my first choice when I go for a ride.

Also, if you're like me and have tree trunk thighs, make sure to get the padded shorts with the longest leg length, preferably ones that a cut to the knee. If you have something like a pair of these they tend to ride up and get your boys and one man in a choke hold.... These are the ones I use now

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Here's my list:

First Aid Kit - just handy: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001MEY964?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

Some sort of sunglasses / windglasses: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000W4CSU4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

Bike maintenance book: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/097655304X?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00

Mastering mountain bike skills book: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0736083715?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00

Arse saver pants: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00CWVP9YC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00

Cheap lights: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00B77SGEC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

Tool kit: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B009VYB87A?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

Shorts: http://www.tenn-outdoors.co.uk/protean-waterproof-mtb-shorts-blackcyan-medium

Also:

Inner tubes,
Spare chain,
Chain tool,
Gloves,
Helmet,
Water bottle and cage,
Decent pedals (AND shoes)(http://www.reddit.com/r/MTB/comments/10hc9h/clipless_vs_platforms/c6dugvi),
Strava App,
Decent bag, maybe a camelback one or one with spine protection?

And lastly: A willingness to get muddy regularly. With that in mind, keep your bike clean! No pressure washing, just a hose and a brush, and some stuff. I got this kit free with my LBS membership: http://www.leisurelakesbikes.com/p/8332/vip-membership-with-free-kit

That's it. All you really need is your bike!

A pair of [riding] (http://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Coolmax-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B00CWVP8PC/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1450461184&sr=1-1&keywords=biking+underwear) shorts helps tremendously also!

You can get decent padded shorts on Amazon for something like $12.
These are just fine, and dirt cheap: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00O0F3BVG/
That's the Canadian site, just change the .ca to a .com if you're in the US.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MTE6OTQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

biking underwear. as good as any of my actual bike shorts. I ALMOST want to wear this alone. A bit short, but really not much different than lightweight shorts I've had in the past. I usually use these with a pair of light weight Jed North shorts

https://smile.amazon.com/Jed-North-Bodybuilding-Workout-Running/dp/B01N1K62KZ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=jed+north+shorts&qid=1564607013&s=apparel&sr=1-1

Any? https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cycling+shorts

I'm personally going to get these because they are overwear, not underwear, and have a nice pocket. But the brand is a notorious hit or miss brand: https://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Cycling-Bicycle-Pockets-Quick-Dry/dp/B07MFZ7VH5/

EDIT Here's a better reviewed option: https://www.amazon.com/SANTIC-Cycling-Shorts-Bicycle-Coolmax/dp/B01FF1GML4/

Here's an underwear option: https://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Padded-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B00MTE6NEW/

Yeah, you might want to invest on some padded underwear. For example:

BALEAF Men's Cycling Underwear Shorts 3D Padded Bike Bicycle Pants Quick-Dry Tights Gray Size L https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MCJF9L3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0gUsDbRJHSB8T

Get yourself a pair of padded riding shorts, your taint and butt will thank you
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MTE6PU4/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_F7QvDbBP0H9ST

I've used this saddle for over a year without any pain.

I also wear these padded underwear under my shorts. I don't ride in Lycra.

I suppose if you bum doesn't hurt you don't need them. As for me my bum was really sore when I first started. I don't cycle without padded underwear now.

I have these:
https://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Padded-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B013I362HK

And shorts like these:
https://www.amazon.com/Blike-ShortsLoose-Shorts-Climbing-Green/dp/B074Z14N56

My commute is 30 miles round-trip.

Rather than changing the seat, try cycling shorts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O0F3BVG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_pv60AbAA5ABZW

You could buy a pair or two of cycling-specific underwear!

Here's a gender neutral pair: https://www.amazon.com/4ucycling-Unisex-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B01489QOOO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1469723721&sr=8-2&keywords=cycling+underwear+womens

I also saw some that were designed for male or female use.

You need this.
https://www.amazon.ca/Baleaf-Padded-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B00MTE6NEW/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_2?keywords=biking+shami&qid=1562944487&s=gateway&sr=8-2-fkmr1

I used this before, they are underwear, and I also bought another similar one from another seller http://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Coolmax-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B00CWVP9YC/ , turns out the latter one is more suitable for me.

You will adjust somewhat with more riding, particularly as you build your butt muscles hah. I am your typical Hank Hill body type, so I wear these under my shorts whenever I bike more than a few miles.

I've been wearing padded underwear under my existing gym shorts. I was a runner previously and already had a sizable collection of dry-wicking shirts and shorts. I added these for $15US to wear under my shorts and have no problem with seat soreness on my 25mi round trip.

My girlfriend had our baby through c-section. I decided to buy the movie Due Date the next morning after the surgery. I made a huge mistake. The movie was so funny to her that she would cry when she laughed due to the pain of the surgery. But for parenting advice...

Don't shake your baby!
Breastfeed!
Don't name him/her a strange name no one has ever heard of!
If it is a boy, name him Matt. Not Mike. This is valuable parenting advice given to me by my parents. Mike's tend to be trouble makers, while Matt's tend to be not trouble makers!

That is my advice!

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get some padded mtb shorts so wear under your shorts.


Your ass is going to hurt as youre first starting, its just your sit bones getting used to it. Give it a little time to hurt less, then go back out and repeat, eventually it wont hurt anymore. The key is letting it heal before going again. Think of it as little bruises right in your ass crack. Your body isnt used to having something there with weight and its just getting used to it.


These are the first ones that popped up on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Baleaf-Padded-Bicycle-Cycling-Underwear/dp/B00MTE6OTQ/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3E8P21D50AFA8&keywords=padded+cycling+shorts+men&qid=1558537236&s=gateway&sprefix=padded+cycling+sh%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-3