Why do riders prefer thin racing saddles when you can have a nice thick comfy gel saddle? I know they might be heavy but I find them more comfortable!! When you’m ridin round ‘ere it’s brave and bumpy bedder to ‘ave a bit of cushion under y’ere buns!

Personally having borrowed my wifes bike complete with gel saddle I found it unsupportive, wobbly, unstable.

I prefer a firm supportive saddle to provide a stable based to sit.

Isn’t there a theory that saddles with lots of padding can put pressure on yer “God’s Seam” leading to numbness and erectile dysfunction?

That may be an influencing factor!

Also I can’t say I find my saddle uncomfortable for the most part. For the first few months of riding properly, yes it was a bit painful but sooner or later you toughen up.

Also, big fat gel saddles look shit

It’s not all about the look altaz. You should see my wife, but I still love ‘er!!

Thin ones flex, mixed with decent shorts makes for more comfort

There’s an argument that it’s worse over longer rides if you’re sinking into your saddle more- more rubbing.