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The Butt buffer review.

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Well, I rode over 250 miles Saturday and tried it out. It helped-somewhat. After awhile, still had same symptoms-butt burn and soreness, but not as bad. If you're having trouble with comfort on long rides, this may be worth a try. Certainly less than an aftermarket seat-about $100 shipped for medium size. I think I could do an Ironbutt SS1000 with this, but it wouldn't be the most enjoyable ride. Next project-replace briefs with cycling shorts.


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Here's a crop of the above photo. Not the best, but it gives you an idea of what it looks like on the bike.


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For comfort I've fallen in love with the Air Hawk. It has its downsides, but it is difficult to beat for long distance riding. The other change I have made over the years is to wear sweat wicking underwear to help defeat monkey butt.

Carl
 
Downsides:
It raises you up off the seat about 1/2 inch.

The AirHawk is not a easy to move around on as a regular saddle. The top is a bit on the sticky side.

It should be secured onto the bike if you are going to be leaving it on the bike. This requires something like a couple of bungie cords or something.

Other than the above minor nuances, I've really enjoyed it!

Carl
 
Try the Alaska Leather butt pad (sheared deluxe). I got mine and did 1600 miles to Big Bend and back. It helped out considerably... especially at 112'F.. the seat was never hot.
www.alaskaleather.com
 
has anybody modded a cheap bead seat cover from Wally World? Did I mention, cheap? :-P
 
I took a wooden bead seat "cushion" I bought at Wal-Mart and cut it down to fit on my Virago. It worked great. I now have an expensive wooden bead cushion from White Horse that is "designed" for bikes. Wooden beads work good if your seat foam is soft. Not too good on firm seats.
 
sbrogden said:
I took a wooden bead seat "cushion" I bought at Wal-Mart and cut it down to fit on my Virago. It worked great. I now have an expensive wooden bead cushion from White Horse that is "designed" for bikes. Wooden beads work good if your seat foam is soft. Not too good on firm seats.
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thanks for the tip; makes sense
 
sbrogden said:
I took a wooden bead seat "cushion" I bought at Wal-Mart and cut it down to fit on my Virago. It worked great. I now have an expensive wooden bead cushion from White Horse that is "designed" for bikes. Wooden beads work good if your seat foam is soft. Not too good on firm seats.
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Go to www.beadrider.com for a quality product at a reasonable price. No affiliation - just a satisfied customer. Beads work best with softer seats and/or stiff cordura pants.
 
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