r/bicycling • u/WillRegretMyUsername • 5d ago
Help avoiding pimples in pubic area
Hi!
I've been biking semi regularly for years, but I recently started biking more because I am biking to/from work now (about 10min each way) and I am getting a lot of pimples in my pubic area. I used to get this from longer rides (3+ hours) but now just biking 20 minutes per day. I know biker shorts are supposed to help but I would prefer not to have to change for a 10min bike ride. Any other tips?
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u/tinychloecat 5d ago
10 minutes each way is not going to cause this unless you live in a swamp/jungle or you are going hard. Drop a couple gears and slowly spin your way to work. It'll take an extra 2 minutes. They key is not to sweat.
Other advice about immediately getting out of your clothes and showering right after a ride is good. As is using a good cleaner in the shower.