Selle MTB e ciclismo con il buco contro i disturbi compressivi | MTBT

For road cycling and mountain biking, saddles with a cutout are designed to relieve frontal pressure, that is, pressure concentrated in the perineal area, especially in more aggressive positions. The greater the saddle-to-handlebar drop, the greater the cyclist's torso flexion, requiring him to lean forward to reach the handlebars. The pelvis rotates forward, placing greater load on the genital area. The cutout is designed to provide more comfort to the genital area and thus reduce compression-related issues. For compression-related issues, it is essential to sit correctly on the saddle and use appropriate pads and shorts to reduce compression on the perineal area. A correct riding position requires that only the two sit bones rest on the saddle. The sit bones are the two bony protuberances of the pelvis. The perineal area should just touch the saddle. To measure the sit bones, there is a very simple DIY method that I already explained in the video "Which Saddle?" Simply take a piece of cardboard, place it on a hard surface, and sit on it, naked. The center of the two depressions that form in the cardboard will indicate the support point of your sit bones. The width of the saddle should be such that your sit bones rest comfortably on it. It's advisable to tilt the saddle nose downward one degree to reduce compression on the perineal area. If this causes you to slide forward, reposition it to 0 degrees so that it's as parallel to the ground as possible. Most beginners think that a soft or well-padded saddle is more comfortable. This may be true for the first 10 minutes of pedaling, but after an hour, you'll experience more problems than with a hard saddle, because the compressed area on a soft saddle is greater, as is the pain you'll experience. The saddle, therefore, must be rigid and hard, and must adapt as best as possible to your body shape. A few months ago, I posted a video titled "Does cycling cause prostate problems?" It was very interesting to read the comments below the video, about your personal experiences and how using the wrong saddle can cause serious and sometimes chronic conditions. One of the most popular comments was from Maurizio Carapelli, who pointed out that the urologist who had treated him for two cases of prostatitis recommends everyone use saddles with central cutouts. Personally, I found SMP saddles to be perfect for my body type and adaptable to all the types of mountain bikes I ride. On the SMP website, you can find a configurator designed specifically to make choosing a saddle easier. Select your gender (male or female). Your age. The type of bike (traditional or e-bike). The type of cycling you do. If you're an MTB rider, what category do you practice? The frequency of your rides. The padding of your saddle that you prefer. The distance between your ischial bones. And you'll be offered a series of saddles that might be suitable. For your needs. All you have to do is find a shop that can offer you the saddle you want to test. In conclusion, choosing the right saddle is crucial for comfortable pedaling and to avoid the onset of genital complications and pathologies. Prevention is better than cure. ✍ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL - SUBSCRIBE ✍    / mountainbikingtube   ☀☀☀ FOLLOW ME ON - FOLLOW ME ON ☀☀☀ ▶ STRAVA:   / strava   ▶ FACEBOOK:   / mtbt123   ▶ INSTAGRAM:   / mountainbikingtube   ▶ TWITTER:   / mtbtube   ▶ SITE: http://www.mountainbikingtube.com ▶ SITE: http://www.mtbtshop.com ✉ MAIL: [email protected] #mtbt #mtb #mountainbike