This simple instructional video will show you how to measure the width of your sit bones at home so that you can find the right saddle width for you. A saddle that is too narrow can cause pressure on sensitive areas while a saddle that is too wide will cause uncomfortable rub. Finding a saddle that is the proper width can alleviate these painful problems but it is only a start. Watch the second video in this series, discussing how to find the right saddle shape, and you'll have all the know-how you need to finally find the most comfortable saddle for you. Be sure to check out our wide selection of available saddle widths and shapes at Art's Cyclery!
Step 1: Gather the proper materials. You will need chalk or crayons, a tape measure and a piece of corrugated cardboard.
Step 2: Place the piece of cardboard on a bench and sit down on the cardboard with your feet elevated to mimic your riding position.
Step 3: Stand up and use the flat side of a piece of chalk or crayon to color in the cardboard. The depressions made by your sit bones will be visible against the colored surface.
Step 4: Measure the distance between the centers of the two depressions left in the cardboard in millimeters.
Step 5: Take that measurement and add 25-30mm to find your ideal saddle width.