Seat recommendations for BikeErg

[bswindle71]

I just started using the Bike Erg. The seat that came with it is very uncomfortable especially after a 20 or 30 min workout. Does anyone have recommendations for a seat that is comfortable and wider that I can use instead?

[johnlvs2run]

I've used and worn out three different bicycle seats on the C2 bike that I've had for about 25 years, so they were almost worn out anyway. Last January I got a Cobb Randee saddle from Ebay for $40 and have been using it since then. The Randee is flatter then most other bicycle saddles and commonly used for riding long distances on the roads. I also cut about an 1/8 inch off the end of the bolt with a hack saw so changing the seats is easier.

[chipman650]

Go to a bike shop and get fitted for the correct sized seat that matches your sit bones.

[dpetzko]

Some of additional thoughts:

• Spend some time getting a good fit. There's a lot of info on the web regarding seat height, seat setback and reach that applies.

• Make sure you're wearing decent bike shorts with a good chamois.

• Spend some time pedaling out of the saddle. I can ride 4+ hrs outside on my road bike, but 1hr inside on the BikeErg without getting out of the saddle every 10-15min is brutal. You do a lot more moving around on the saddle outside...not so much indoors. Even as few as 5-10 pedal strokes off the seat helps. It will feel awkward because there is no left/right rocking motion that you get outdoors when off the seat (unless you have the BikeErg on a rocker plate) and it's harder on your knees...but it does really help with seat discomfort.