Originally Posted by
jsigone
...... my saddle doesn't even have padding Fizik Kurve...
Yeah.... my favorite saddle a Stella is pretty firm as well.
I ride a road bike.... so a lot of padding isn't really needed (or desirable) if the cyclists distributes their weight between the three contact points... hands-handlebar, feet-pedals, seat-saddle. Although this distribution might be more difficult with some other bicycle set-ups.
But big cushy padded saddles or shorts isn't really a fix no matter what your ride.
The saddle should be sized for the cyclists sit bones. The area will toughen over time... but there is a break-in (sore behind) period for new cyclists. Remember the soreness is just a natural part of the learning curve. Give yourself time to heal and adjust.
Some of the sore-behind is caused by blood pooling in the large muscles. Stand-up frequently when cycling and allow the blood to circulate.