On 28 Apr 2006 09:00:19 -0700, wrote:

A bit embarrasing, but:

I suspect that the chafing-like red irritation that happens on the top
surface (only) of my "unit" might be coming from cycling with
boxer-brief underwear on and cargo shorts. Anyone had this happen? I
imagine the up-and-down pedalling pulls underwear side-to-side and that
adds up over 20 miles or so. I'd try pointing it up, but it never
stays that way.

Do bike shorts help this sort of issue? I always thought they were
just for providing the seamless padding in the behind area. Not sure
if they'd help the frontal area.

In addition to the pad underneath there's typically a soft felt/jersey sort of
material in front. A lot of shorts used to not have that and the sensation of
certain parts on lycra was hideous (okay, maybe it's just me). Anyway they
almost all have that now and it helps and the snugness keeping all the bits
where you want them to stay also helps.

If you're on the bike for more than an hour the shorts are worth it. If the ten
foot rule is a factor go with mountain bike baggies. Still got all the right
stuff, just built onto a mesh undershort with a regular short over it.

Ron