Table of Contents
Advertisement
6.5.4.2 Determining saddle shape
Ladies' saddle
To distribute the pressure optimally over the
female bone structure in the seat area, a ladies'
saddle should:
•
have a relief opening far to the front
•
have a wide, V- shaped saddle edge
Figure 103: Example: Ergotec ladies' saddle
Men's saddle
Numbness when pedalling is often caused by high
pressure in the sensitive perineal area. If the
saddle is adjusted incorrectly, too narrow or too
hard, the nose of the saddle presses directly onto
the genitals. Blood circulation deteriorates.
The genitals on the outside are seldom the cause
of discomfort since they can move out of the way
and are not compressed by bone structures.
You should always consult a doctor if you have
problems with your prostate. After a prostate
operation or inflammation, it is advisable to avoid
any pressure in the perineal area and take a
longer break from pedelec riding after consulting
your doctor. A prostate saddle should then be
used. This reduces the pressure in the perineal
area by up to 100%.
MY23P0a - 42_1.0_19.10.2022
Figure 104: Pressure points on a saddle, male anatomy
To distribute the pressure on the male bone
structure in the seat area optimally, the saddle
should:
•
Shift the pressure to the sitting bones and parts of
the pubic arches
•
The perineal area must remain as free of
pressure as possible
Figure 105: Example: Ergotec men's saddle
Operation
127
Advertisement
Table of Contents
