Menopause Matters magazine ISSUE 81 out now. (Autumn issue, September 2025)
Hi ladiesJust got back from the bike shop where I had the handlebars raised to the highest point they would go and got a saddle with the valley, much wider and shorter and more padding.I pushed my bike all the way there and rode some of the way back - still too sore to do it all.The difference was immediately noticeable. Once I've healed, I'm sure it will be much easier.The saddle wasn't expensive - I've seen some really pricey ones online but it felt good when I was on it - mainly because of the width and valley I think because you don't have all the pressure underneath. The man actually recommended it so definitely worth changing.Thanks for all your advice everyone. It means I can still get out and about to places further than those on foot.