I will now!! Started developing a nasty friction sore in the "crotch-leg" fold on my right inside when I stepped-up to rides over 30 km. This stuff is literally "The Ticket". Thanks so much for doing this video and broaching a "sensitive" subject that really shouldn't be that big of a deal among professionals. Love the content!! Keep up the great work ! ( Love the Hydroconquest, Hank !)
Never used it and still don’t completely understand how to use it lol. I can’t decide if I even need to. I’ve don’e several 100+ mile rides and haven’t felt like that was an issue
I really don't get why this topic is so difficult to talk about and judging from the comments below, there's still some confusion. I'll add my own blunt guide. Easiest way is to smear it quite generously on the pad of your shorts massaging it lightly until you end up with a thin but obvious coating - if you dragged your nail along it, you'd leave a slight track. As we all have different body shapes and pads are pretty universal, some riders will find it better to apply to skin as well or instead of the pad. In that case, smear in the crack of your bum and then work outwards on each side as far as your sit bones (some may have to press harder than others to find those) but don't bother rubbing it any further round on your glutes as they don't make contact with the saddle. You need to apply it much as you would sunscreen but don't rub it in so much - your skin should feel a bit greasy. Apply to the firm tissue between your anus and genitals extending down the inside of your legs as far as they would make contact with the saddle. (there's no need to apply directly to the anus as this is unlikely to make saddle contact). For males, depending on riding preference it may be worth applying to the scrotum, particularly the back and sides but in practice you'll probably find it simply ends up coating the whole scrotum and the base of the penis. For females, apply to the outer labia in particular but again, depending on shape, you might need it on the inner labia as well. Again depending on riding positions, you may need to coat as high as the pubic bone at the top. Hope that helps someone out there, no innuendo, no mystique, no embarrassment. It's better to apply before and avoid friction, than deal with post ride friction which will simply mean you can't ride your bike for some time as well.
Thank you so much this is so helpful, do you know if you can use the cream in the evening after a shower to relieve soreness, if for example you have days on the saddle, regards
I like that Chamois Butt'r has individual / single-use packets for the longer rides. I'll pack one away, and use that to re-apply the cream at mile 75 (give or take... the half-way point) to get me the rest of the way back. Even for 100-milers, I really should start applying more cream at about mile 75. Sometimes the initial application of cream lasts for a full century, and sometimes it doesn't.
I think it would have been more than usefull to mention that there is a specific chammy butter for women that is made specially to not screw up the pH and prevents infections...
@Micro Soft I work for Chamois Butt'r. The womens cream HER is the same cost as the men's. It has different ingredients and it PH balanced for women's parts. Ask any woman and they will understand what PH balance is. it is not just marketing. men can use the women's version. it won't hurt them.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 Are you suggesting men and women have an inherently different pH? It seems you confirmed @Micro Soft's objection to the marketing tactics by saying men can use the women's version. If we dig a little deeper, are you also suggesting the standard version is pH balanced for men? Seems a little ballsy to me.
@@knutbk The Original cream was developed 27 years ago and to be a cream for all. We realized as more women started cycling we should look to see if there is a different need there and there is. We launched HER in 2013. The PH balance for women keeps things a little fresher down below and helps prevent infection. This is much more important for a woman's parts, Men's skin down there is all sealed up. women's is not. Yes men and women have a different PH Ballance. The reason we say men can use HER cream is to say it's not going to do anybody any harm. It is safe both ways. but HER is optimized for a woman. The Original cream is PH balanced for men from way back when we first made it, that was due to most consumers back then being men. times have changed hence the need for HER. I hope that explains it a little.
They don’t make vagisil for men you idiots, let me know what the ph balance of a man’s vaginia is, if you think they are the same. Or is only marketing hype women get vaginal yeast infections?
Errr, amount? How far to rub in (if at all) if skin application? is there a rule of thumb to these if applying to bib-knick cushioning? Female insight (if there's any difference) This vid feels a bit ...half arsed, if you will.
Instead of chamois cream, I followed Chris Horner's advice and switched to using Noxema. I apply it direct to the skin on the parts that are prone to rubbing against the side of the saddle. I don't need it on the butt itself. It's kind of like asking where to apply lube. You apply it in places that have friction where you don't want friction.
You had an opportunity to actually provide some information and you totally wasted it in favor of shtick. Where exactly do you apply it? Where should you not apply it? What about ladies? What about places where your shoes rub? How about cyclists who aren’t shaped like skinny pros and have rubbing elsewhere? This was a real fail.
I work for Chamois Butt'r. Most people apply it directly onto the skin. everybody gets rubs in different places, so where you apply it depends on where you need it, this could even change with different shorts or saddles for the same person. it can be used for any chaffing or sores, not just cyclist's bums. feel free to try it on your feet. we do a specific ladies cream called HER which is PH balanced for women's parts.
I do use chamois cream and have for years now. Fave so far has been Assos, (the brand name does still raise a chuckle in this context). Recently tried Veloskin’s cream, but I’m less keen on that as the texture doesn’t smooth on as well and you seem to need more to cover the bits that need it! I will certainly give the Butt’r a go as the tube seems like the logical solution to hold a soft, smooth and soothing cream. Different ‘flavours’ too! It’s got to be good! Glad to see I was putting it on correctly all along as it was always a bit of a taboo subject. I was only ever told ‘you need some chammy cream lad’ and that was the extent of the knowledge shared by my more experienced cycling mentors.
I agree that the Assos is the best for me so far. I have used others like Morgan Blue and Aussie Butt Cream but they contain ingredients which can cause inflammation; I think the tea tree oil may be the issue in the Aussie BC..
Sitting at home in a glorious sunny day not being able to ride from saddle sores 😢this came at a very good time. Really enjoyed watching Hank and Mark giggling away like naughty school boys 😂 cheered me up. Informative but hilarious.
Well done, well done! An entire video on chamois cream without using any rough language in referring to the "naughty bits". When asked, I tell an inquisitor that I apply it to my "perineum and surrounding area" (which usually totally confuses them). Even being an endurance bicyclist, I had not used chamois cream until my age caught up with me. There appears to be more loose skin down there than when I was young. Since I am on this side of the Atlantic, I use Body Glide Original Anti-Chafe Balm, which may not be available outside the US (at least that is what the description says) but is sensational in preventing a longer than normal rides from turning into a torture tests. Again, an excellent handling of the content so as not to offend anyone, even the royals. 😉 Cheers!
you can buy that here in the UK, although I have used it more for running, and currently using VeloSkin chamois cream (partly because it comes in a tin can, not plastic)
@@catshoemike Yes, the Body Glide does look a bit like a deodorant stick. Not much these days comes in anything but plastic here in the US, unfortunately. Thank you for the suggestion. I don't recall trying VeloSkin before, so it is about time for me to check it out.
Yep, just picked up some of those little Chamois Buttr sachets off of eBay. Smooth as a baby’s bottom. Didn’t think it would make much difference tbh but, for me, works a treat. Smells nice too!
How crazy is that, I bought exactly that type of chamois butt'r just last week. First time I use chamois creme and it made a world of difference for my 120km TT. No discomfort towards the end was something new and most welcomed! Ready to give a +300km ride another go.
I gained a lot of hard-won experience in this doing triathelons. My solutions were. A) Timing of meals on the day before event. B) What i ate as the last evening meal before event. C) Getting up and being active super early. D) Two cups of stupid strong coffee FIRST THING in the morning. I know it sounds stupid, but this is something I experimented with. Goal: 14 hour effort without having to go. It worked.
@@cyclingnerddelux698 I Completely agree with A-D, those points are in general my practice as well. However, sometimes, the stomach will decide "Sorry, im going and you cant stop me" and the topic is something that should be talked about freely. I think there is a kid's book out there called "Everybody Poop's" for that reason. It seems interesting that on those amazing documentaries with Mark B and Jenny G they talk about all the trials and tribulations, except "Bio-breaks".
@@cyclingnerddelux698. As a last resort if leading up to an event I know I haven’t been as regular as I should be I’ll take prune juice two afternoons before the event. Guaranteed you won’t need to go on the day ( or the day after).
Great video, super helpful! Just wish you’d included Surpass - their chamois cream is amazing because it’s free of paraffin and petrolatum, which most creams have. It’s a natural alternative that really works. Hope to see it in a future review!
I use it for every ride that's above 50km, it really helps especially if I compare with friends! I used it everyday on a 740km (in 4days) ride from Belgium to Switzerland and my ass was fine while my mate had a lot of problems! I recommend the Muc-Off Luxury Chamois, I've tried a few of them but I keep coming back to it!
I use a chamois cream for every ride and since using it no more sore bum. I also put some in the creases at the inside top of my legs as on a longer ride the shorts can begin to rub a bit in that area.
Just used some on my century ride this past Sunday. It definitely improved my comfort, but by mile 85 my butt was sore. I can only imagine how much worse it would have been without a little butter.
Bought Chamois Butter the last week cause I was getting a sore arse. It SAVED me on my century. Highly would recommend to anyone who's bib shorts are not enough.
I haven’t tried Chamois Butt’r yet. I may give it a go. What I’ve used recently is something called Slipstream Anti Chafe. It’s a bit different, Aloe Vera based, rubs in and is absorbed by the skin, leaving it smooth and slippery. It seems to work well, and might appeal to those who don’t like the cold wet squelchy feel when applying traditional chamois creams.
I agree. Manon talks briefly about chamois crème in a women specific video on how to make cycling for comfortable. Not exactly where to put the crème, but she points out that it’s antibacterial so it has two purposes!
Not rocket science surely? Go for a long ride without cream. Those hot spots (saddle sores) you get...?...that's where to apply the cream in advance of your next ride 🤷 #simples👌
Hi, I work for Chamois Butt'r. The where to put it is very specific. It could change with different shorts and saddle for the same person. we do a Women's Version "HER" I would start there, it is PH balanced for women's parts. Some women like to put on about the same amount shown in the video, then lots of women prefer to put a smaller amount on and re-apply, (we do single-serve sachets, in recyclable packaging) some women have said if they put too much on it all gets too soft down there, so little and often works better for them. Given that women are different shapes around that area it is very much a case of finding what works best for you.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 since nobody took the time to thank you i will on behalf of the rest of the comment peleton thank you for taking the time to answer specific questions! definitely going to try!
OK let's answer some questions. What is chamois cream? Old name for a cream that was applied to sheep skin cycling short liners. The new chamois creams are typically applied to the skin but keep the chamois in the name. Modern cycling shorts do not need a leather conditioner as they are made using synthetic materials that are softer. New chamois creams are more like a moisturizer for your skin that is very slightly greasy or waxy. Almost like graphite feel. Where to apply? Anywhere you experience sore skin. Specifically the skin between your sit bones and the bicycle saddle. You can use on your feet or hands for blisters. One place might be the tops of your feet. No need to rub all over your butt. Just in the area of the sit bones and maybe the perineum area. Avoid intimate areas, including your sack gents, as the creams can contain substances similar to tiger balm or mint that creates a cooling effect on normal skin but chaos on other areas. Regardless of the catchy branding names it is not intended for intimate areas. Why apply? To reduce friction, raw skin, and blisters. Especially during hot weather because as you sweat salt will begin to crystallize and cause raw skin. Raw skin can happen anytime or any distance ride. Most brands have an antibacterial property added because you can get infections from saddle sores. Old school versions of chamois cream or home remedies like Vaseline do not have antibacterial additives per se. Bacteria and fungi can survive in petroleum jelly. So be warned. What is best? Specific chamois creams Assos, Butt'r, Dznuts. Again Do not use "old school" creams designed for applying directly to leather as stated above. P.S.A. Wear sun screen on exposed skin. Glasses and gloves.
For me it works best to apply directly to the shorts. I've figured out wherey sit bones are and apply two narrow strips of chamois cream onto the chamois. I use it all the time to reduce the chances for saddle sores.
I work for Chamois Butt'r. Original has been o the market for 27 years, no scent, silky smooth. Eurostyle: has extra menthol ingredient to give it a cooling effect. some people love it others hate it. Coconut is new, it has organic coconut oil as its base ingredient. HER is a women's specific cream that is PH balanced for women's parts
Don't be shy, tell us how and where. I use liquid talc on occasion, but only once the irritation has already started - so that's how I know where to put it. It's pretty good, and dirt cheap but not easy to find. Asda do it. I find the irritation happens on the bike trainer where I'm stuck in one position for longer.
I work for Chamos Butt'r. The where and when is very specific to the individual and hard to advise on a video like this. You should apply it where you feel the heat build-up and where you get rubs or sores. This could change between different shorts or saddles. so it's very individual. You can use it on any ride, it is particularly important if it is a longer than normal ride or hot (sweaty), raining, where there can be more rubbing. also on an indoor trainer where the saddle is static.
Regarding chamois cream, it's crucial that it's free of paraffin or petrolatum. These ingredients aren't ideal for maintaining proper temperature regulation in the groin area during extensive and prolonged cycling sessions. That's precisely why I'm actively seeking out products that are devoid of paraffin and petrolatum, such as SURPASS chamois or veloskin. These options are both naturally petrochemical-free and beneficial for our saddle area health. Personally, I'm leaning towards recommending SURPASS. What stands out is not only its tube packaging, which keeps things cleaner, but also its incorporation of numerous rich organic ingredients. This combination makes it a standout choice in my opinion.
Simple Question; I use gel shorts, should I still use it? (Does it wash off the shorts) and if I get sore, why use a specialist cycling product, over say the very cheap, Sudocrem?
I work for Chamois Buttr'. it works fine on Gel shorts. Chanois Butt'r is specifically designed to wash out of chamois it won't leave any residue after a wash. it is very different from products like Sudocrem. Sudocrem is a barrier cream and it is a good one, but it is not designed to have pressure applied for hours on end and it is not anti chaff cream.
Thank you for giving us the... fundamentals of Chamois Cream usage. I'm sure many will use this video as the... butt of jokes, but I myself will take a... crack at using this information. Sorry for... saddling you will so many puns in so little space. I think I've reached the... end now. Edit: "Arsenal;" how did I not think of that one? I'll end with "Buttered buns are the best!" 🤪
Great video! haha! I used to use that brand but I recently switched to DZ nuts and for me, it works a lot better. I'm prone to sores and DZ nuts has decreased that by a long shot.
Apply it to your sit bones and anywhere else you feel friction. Also use it after very long rides in small amounts to help prevent saddle sores. And use Assos it's just better and less oily than chamoisbutter, IMO. I'm 6'3" 210 and ride enough that this is nothing to mess around with if I want to avoid saddle sores.
Chamois cream isn't a think in my country and I didn't knew something like this existed until a few months ago. I really wanna try it, you know my butt had suffered a lot with most saddles and I just get used to the discomfort
@@sacevedoneira This is our distributor in Chile. www.ebex.cl/account/login?checkout_url=/ They can tell you where the best place to buy Chamois Butt'r in your area
Ive tried the coconut, euro, and original. Coconut didn’t work well for me. Didn’t like the feel. Euro and original are my faves. During centuries, I stop at the 50 mile point, use a wet one napkin and re-apply a fresh buttr. I feel a bit refreshed and continue on with the ride.
Certainly I have used BodyGlide under my feet on hot spots or areas that flake. Particularly if for instance running a half marathon, and you want to use compression socks, but although they're great for your muscles, they can be a synthetic under foot, if that makes sense www.wiggle.co.uk/bodyglide-anti-chafing-balm-42g
I work for Chamois Butt'r. most people apply it to their skin after they have their shorts on. apply it where you have felt heat build-up in the past. if you are not sure apply generally account where you have pressure on the saddle. it does not need to be too specific.
Would have loved to see a more inclusive video that includes women and how their chamois cream needs can be different then mens due to PH levels and things
The name originates with the alpine mountain goat, which is called Chamois in French and several other local languages (and is actually a antelope-relative). Today, it is mostly specially treated sheepskin. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chamois_leather?wprov=sfti1
I work for Chamois Butt'r. The where is very personal and can even change with different shorts or saddle. Best to be liberal and apply where you have sitting pressure or heat build-up. Then of course if you have any area that is prone to rubs.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 Hello, thank you for the response. So then it's safe to apply in other areas other than the butt? I'm cut and it's an area of concern. Please excuse the imagery.
@@KarloBituin Yes you can apply the cream around any area down there. it's totally safe. In your case, I would use either the Original or Coconut versions. I would stay away from the Eurostyle version as it could be a little tingly.
I was looking into using this when I had little saddle sores a couple months ago (the standard saddle on my new bike was not the right one), but I actually tried some diffferent saddles and I solved all of my problems with the right saddle. I don’t ride lots of very long rides, but very recently I did a sportive of 6 hours without any problems. I think you should try out different saddles first before trying to solve saddle sores with cream alone.
I have tried Chamois Butt'r but i prefer the generic anti-itch cream you can get from the pharmacy/chemist. The type i get includes an amount of Aloe so that also soothes the affected area. I also have found that cycling without anything between the skin and the chamois makes a big differences to comfort.
I ride road and mountain bikes, use bum butter not only on the road bike but also under my elbow and knee pads as after hours of trail ridding my sensitive skin chaffs! Ouch!
Have been using the Butt’r for one season now. Have been using Assos for years before. But this brand really is expensive. Although a tube is much easier to handle and more hygienic, I think I prefer Assos over CB.
3:55 "Your back side skin isn't the toughest like your feet." True, but a tip from marathon running. In training rub normal roll-on deodorant to your "back side skin" each night before you go to bed." It will really toughen up your hind quarters. Runners have long put it on the soles and heels of their feet for the same toughening effect. Trust me.. it works. Once it is toughened up though, using the chamois butt'r is still helpful.
I believe that this is the sixth GCN video devoted to chamois cream but I will admit it is useful stuff. I generally use it for rides longer than an hour. However, after a few years of using some pretty expensive products I decided to avoid the cycling tax and have switched with great success to diaper rash cream at less than one-quarter of the cost. Others have used Noxzema, but they all seem to have the same basic ingredients.
I was very worried when I saw the title "how to use chamois cream!" Ha ha. Great video though, loving the videos GCN absolutely my favourite channel, you're doing a great job 👍😀.
This video talked about when to use chamois cream, but never really described "how", except a blurred-out video of Hank applying. I know it's a delicate subject, but method, placement, and amount are pretty important! That's what I want to know.
Would recommend you consider a pair of cycling shorts of you plan to do any long rides. Your idea sounds clever and may work for you however you may end up in disaster.
It's not the butt seating on the saddle that hurts me, its mostly the wide TT saddle rubbing against my trisuit seam that hurts. I've tried a few brands, and I'm still looking for the best one, but once I start racing, the wet saddle will be another layer of challenge (or not)
Find out from experience which bits tend to get sore and apply direct to those areas. Unlike some others here I never have a problem with my sit bone area - for me it's further forward where there is more movement.
Do you use chamois cream? Let us know 👇
It's a product that always works well! Great on all rides, long or short!
I will now!! Started developing a nasty friction sore in the "crotch-leg" fold on my right inside when I stepped-up to rides over 30 km. This stuff is literally "The Ticket". Thanks so much for doing this video and broaching a "sensitive" subject that really shouldn't be that big of a deal among professionals. Love the content!! Keep up the great work ! ( Love the Hydroconquest, Hank !)
Never used it and still don’t completely understand how to use it lol. I can’t decide if I even need to. I’ve don’e several 100+ mile rides and haven’t felt like that was an issue
Yes, for every ride.
Great for TT riders too! No more frictions sores.
I really don't get why this topic is so difficult to talk about and judging from the comments below, there's still some confusion. I'll add my own blunt guide. Easiest way is to smear it quite generously on the pad of your shorts massaging it lightly until you end up with a thin but obvious coating - if you dragged your nail along it, you'd leave a slight track. As we all have different body shapes and pads are pretty universal, some riders will find it better to apply to skin as well or instead of the pad. In that case, smear in the crack of your bum and then work outwards on each side as far as your sit bones (some may have to press harder than others to find those) but don't bother rubbing it any further round on your glutes as they don't make contact with the saddle. You need to apply it much as you would sunscreen but don't rub it in so much - your skin should feel a bit greasy. Apply to the firm tissue between your anus and genitals extending down the inside of your legs as far as they would make contact with the saddle. (there's no need to apply directly to the anus as this is unlikely to make saddle contact). For males, depending on riding preference it may be worth applying to the scrotum, particularly the back and sides but in practice you'll probably find it simply ends up coating the whole scrotum and the base of the penis. For females, apply to the outer labia in particular but again, depending on shape, you might need it on the inner labia as well. Again depending on riding positions, you may need to coat as high as the pubic bone at the top. Hope that helps someone out there, no innuendo, no mystique, no embarrassment. It's better to apply before and avoid friction, than deal with post ride friction which will simply mean you can't ride your bike for some time as well.
Thank you so much
You have literally answered clearly what I wanted the video to answer. Glad someone could bring it up maturely
Much more helpful reply than this silly, immature video 🙄
Thank you, I'm about to go on my first 150km ride and the video didnt help much :)
Thank you so much this is so helpful, do you know if you can use the cream in the evening after a shower to relieve soreness, if for example you have days on the saddle, regards
Very glad this product has come to my attention. During my long rides I was turning into a Dinosaur...Megalo-sore-ass.
Oh yeah. I met the brother once. A wild Mega-sore-balls appeared when riding with a new saddle that seemed comfortable at first.
@@vfnt Fearsome creatures both...
I like that Chamois Butt'r has individual / single-use packets for the longer rides. I'll pack one away, and use that to re-apply the cream at mile 75 (give or take... the half-way point) to get me the rest of the way back. Even for 100-milers, I really should start applying more cream at about mile 75. Sometimes the initial application of cream lasts for a full century, and sometimes it doesn't.
I think it would have been more than usefull to mention that there is a specific chammy butter for women that is made specially to not screw up the pH and prevents infections...
yes because men hate balanced ph and they love infections
@Micro Soft I work for Chamois Butt'r. The womens cream HER is the same cost as the men's. It has different ingredients and it PH balanced for women's parts. Ask any woman and they will understand what PH balance is. it is not just marketing. men can use the women's version. it won't hurt them.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 Are you suggesting men and women have an inherently different pH? It seems you confirmed @Micro Soft's objection to the marketing tactics by saying men can use the women's version. If we dig a little deeper, are you also suggesting the standard version is pH balanced for men? Seems a little ballsy to me.
@@knutbk The Original cream was developed 27 years ago and to be a cream for all. We realized as more women started cycling we should look to see if there is a different need there and there is. We launched HER in 2013. The PH balance for women keeps things a little fresher down below and helps prevent infection. This is much more important for a woman's parts, Men's skin down there is all sealed up. women's is not. Yes men and women have a different PH Ballance. The reason we say men can use HER cream is to say it's not going to do anybody any harm. It is safe both ways. but HER is optimized for a woman. The Original cream is PH balanced for men from way back when we first made it, that was due to most consumers back then being men. times have changed hence the need for HER. I hope that explains it a little.
They don’t make vagisil for men you idiots, let me know what the ph balance of a man’s vaginia is, if you think they are the same. Or is only marketing hype women get vaginal yeast infections?
Errr, amount?
How far to rub in (if at all) if skin application?
is there a rule of thumb to these if applying to bib-knick cushioning?
Female insight (if there's any difference)
This vid feels a bit ...half arsed, if you will.
Yeah, I came here for some insight and left with "teehee, butts!"
definetely. it's just a poor ad that doesn't even sell the product very well
welcome to modern commercial gcn :D Bring back the old days of simon, matt and dan riding in budgie smugglers and goofing around
@@TheRsBoter bring back Emma Poole!
Yup, not a good job. Even tho in the beginning of the vid he specifically said he would cover all the questions…. Complete fail!!
Instead of chamois cream, I followed Chris Horner's advice and switched to using Noxema. I apply it direct to the skin on the parts that are prone to rubbing against the side of the saddle. I don't need it on the butt itself. It's kind of like asking where to apply lube. You apply it in places that have friction where you don't want friction.
I use Noxzema for every ride now because it's so cheap. I can't ride without it now. And that Eucalyptus smell... tells me its riding time.
@@stephenchu1115isn't Noxzema a shaving cream?
You had an opportunity to actually provide some information and you totally wasted it in favor of shtick.
Where exactly do you apply it? Where should you not apply it? What about ladies? What about places where your shoes rub? How about cyclists who aren’t shaped like skinny pros and have rubbing elsewhere?
This was a real fail.
Yeah. I was kinda hoping it wouldn't break down into some adolescent skit. Ah well 😌 too hard to resist I guess.
yep, a wasted opportunity to give some useful information
They should do a GCN Tech on it.
@Anthony-Penaloza @MrRp25 @cubatea & @anyone-else-reading-this: Here you go :-) m.ruclips.net/video/NqDHGPjWZk0/видео.html
I work for Chamois Butt'r. Most people apply it directly onto the skin. everybody gets rubs in different places, so where you apply it depends on where you need it, this could even change with different shorts or saddles for the same person. it can be used for any chaffing or sores, not just cyclist's bums. feel free to try it on your feet. we do a specific ladies cream called HER which is PH balanced for women's parts.
Not that I don't also love the GCN presenters, but thank you for introducing Mark Beaumont to more of the world. Dude's a legend.
I do use chamois cream and have for years now. Fave so far has been Assos, (the brand name does still raise a chuckle in this context). Recently tried Veloskin’s cream, but I’m less keen on that as the texture doesn’t smooth on as well and you seem to need more to cover the bits that need it! I will certainly give the Butt’r a go as the tube seems like the logical solution to hold a soft, smooth and soothing cream. Different ‘flavours’ too! It’s got to be good! Glad to see I was putting it on correctly all along as it was always a bit of a taboo subject. I was only ever told ‘you need some chammy cream lad’ and that was the extent of the knowledge shared by my more experienced cycling mentors.
I agree that the Assos is the best for me so far. I have used others like Morgan Blue and Aussie Butt Cream but they contain ingredients which can cause inflammation; I think the tea tree oil may be the issue in the Aussie BC..
The most important aspect for me is protection from moisture and sweat. The moisture soaks the skin and makes it susceptible to friction damage.
I’m sorry, where did you want that big thumb up?
Sitting at home in a glorious sunny day not being able to ride from saddle sores 😢this came at a very good time. Really enjoyed watching Hank and Mark giggling away like naughty school boys 😂 cheered me up. Informative but hilarious.
i would have thought that the editors will sneak in the legendary penny farthing scene….
Chamois cream wouldn't help...
Is there a more affordable brand called "I can't believe it's not chamois butter!"?
There are many alternatives out there. Your Local bike and sporting good retailer may have some.
Yes, it's called Vick's Vapor Rub
@@maxgonzalez214 chaotic evil
You can use crisco and also Kerrygold Irish butter
@@hansschotterradler3772 Don't forget about Nuttella :)
Quote Hank "Have chamios cream in your arse enal".
Yes, I use chamois cream, usually on hot days on long rides, 100 miles plus
Just started doing longer rides and got my first tube of Butt'r. Works well. Thanks to GCN, I was able to make the best choice in the cream.
Being a "curvier" "heavier" "thunder-thighs" kinda female cyclist, I cannot go on a ride with out this stuff!!! Appreciate this video
Also beautiful
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@JeBaSIINGH23's-comment:
Here's another-video GCN did on this very topic :-)
m.ruclips.net/video/NqDHGPjWZk0/видео.html
Well done, well done! An entire video on chamois cream without using any rough language in referring to the "naughty bits". When asked, I tell an inquisitor that I apply it to my "perineum and surrounding area" (which usually totally confuses them).
Even being an endurance bicyclist, I had not used chamois cream until my age caught up with me. There appears to be more loose skin down there than when I was young.
Since I am on this side of the Atlantic, I use Body Glide Original Anti-Chafe Balm, which may not be available outside the US (at least that is what the description says) but is sensational in preventing a longer than normal rides from turning into a torture tests.
Again, an excellent handling of the content so as not to offend anyone, even the royals. 😉 Cheers!
you can buy that here in the UK, although I have used it more for running, and currently using VeloSkin chamois cream (partly because it comes in a tin can, not plastic)
@@catshoemike Yes, the Body Glide does look a bit like a deodorant stick. Not much these days comes in anything but plastic here in the US, unfortunately.
Thank you for the suggestion. I don't recall trying VeloSkin before, so it is about time for me to check it out.
Literally bought chamois crème today for the first time and now I see this! Awesome
@RubieCube's-comment:
Here :-)
m.ruclips.net/video/NqDHGPjWZk0/видео.html
Yep, just picked up some of those little Chamois Buttr sachets off of eBay. Smooth as a baby’s bottom. Didn’t think it would make much difference tbh but, for me, works a treat. Smells nice too!
Hot and humid Ontario weather means yes to chamois butter for me. Applied directly to the skin.
I’ve done two BBAR 12 hour TTs, both with periods of rain. Chamois Cream saved my butt; literally!
Ikr especially when your riding on rocky terrains. Too bad I can't afford a masseur for now when that happens lol
You can't believe how helpful this was. Thank you.
How crazy is that, I bought exactly that type of chamois butt'r just last week. First time I use chamois creme and it made a world of difference for my 120km TT. No discomfort towards the end was something new and most welcomed! Ready to give a +300km ride another go.
Same, bought some last week, 3 50+ mile rides down with no more issues.
Also, this is not a sponsored comment or anything 😂
I actually use Chamois Buttr - Eurostyle, and swear by it. Love it.
Used it for years, every ride, as almost all of my rides are at least two hours. Good stuff
Now that we are willing to talk about the wonders of chamois cream, can we talk about complications of poop on Ultra-endurance rides?
I gained a lot of hard-won experience in this doing triathelons. My solutions were. A) Timing of meals on the day before event. B) What i ate as the last evening meal before event. C) Getting up and being active super early. D) Two cups of stupid strong coffee FIRST THING in the morning. I know it sounds stupid, but this is something I experimented with. Goal: 14 hour effort without having to go. It worked.
@@cyclingnerddelux698 I Completely agree with A-D, those points are in general my practice as well. However, sometimes, the stomach will decide "Sorry, im going and you cant stop me" and the topic is something that should be talked about freely. I think there is a kid's book out there called "Everybody Poop's" for that reason. It seems interesting that on those amazing documentaries with Mark B and Jenny G they talk about all the trials and tribulations, except "Bio-breaks".
@@cyclingnerddelux698. As a last resort if leading up to an event I know I haven’t been as regular as I should be I’ll take prune juice two afternoons before the event. Guaranteed you won’t need to go on the day ( or the day after).
I put some of that butter on my scones last week. Stopped me bonking.
Great video, super helpful! Just wish you’d included Surpass - their chamois cream is amazing because it’s free of paraffin and petrolatum, which most creams have. It’s a natural alternative that really works. Hope to see it in a future review!
You know I understand professionalism...but I do enjoy a good laugh, puns and potty humor!!! And not taking it too seriously. This was a good video.
You know it’s real when the chamois creme goes on. No turning back.
I use it for every ride that's above 50km, it really helps especially if I compare with friends! I used it everyday on a 740km (in 4days) ride from Belgium to Switzerland and my ass was fine while my mate had a lot of problems! I recommend the Muc-Off Luxury Chamois, I've tried a few of them but I keep coming back to it!
I use a chamois cream for every ride and since using it no more sore bum. I also put some in the creases at the inside top of my legs as on a longer ride the shorts can begin to rub a bit in that area.
Just got some as I’ve stated riding some bigger rides. Makes such a difference.
Just used some on my century ride this past Sunday. It definitely improved my comfort, but by mile 85 my butt was sore. I can only imagine how much worse it would have been without a little butter.
Nice views of the granite steps below the promenade in Penzance. I grew up there, That was our swimming spot, not the lido in the background!
I only use this chamois cream Hers version. Its the best by far.i grab sample packs when I can to carry
Just bought some, will give it a test run tomorrow...
Bought Chamois Butter the last week cause I was getting a sore arse. It SAVED me on my century. Highly would recommend to anyone who's bib shorts are not enough.
I haven’t tried Chamois Butt’r yet. I may give it a go. What I’ve used recently is something called Slipstream Anti Chafe. It’s a bit different, Aloe Vera based, rubs in and is absorbed by the skin, leaving it smooth and slippery. It seems to work well, and might appeal to those who don’t like the cold wet squelchy feel when applying traditional chamois creams.
Right. Next video on where to put it, exactly!
And I love to hear Manon's opinion on the matter
I agree. Manon talks briefly about chamois crème in a women specific video on how to make cycling for comfortable. Not exactly where to put the crème, but she points out that it’s antibacterial so it has two purposes!
Not rocket science surely?
Go for a long ride without cream. Those hot spots (saddle sores) you get...?...that's where to apply the cream in advance of your next ride 🤷 #simples👌
Hi, I work for Chamois Butt'r. The where to put it is very specific. It could change with different shorts and saddle for the same person. we do a Women's Version "HER" I would start there, it is PH balanced for women's parts. Some women like to put on about the same amount shown in the video, then lots of women prefer to put a smaller amount on and re-apply, (we do single-serve sachets, in recyclable packaging) some women have said if they put too much on it all gets too soft down there, so little and often works better for them. Given that women are different shapes around that area it is very much a case of finding what works best for you.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 since nobody took the time to thank you i will on behalf of the rest of the comment peleton thank you for taking the time to answer specific questions! definitely going to try!
OK let's answer some questions.
What is chamois cream? Old name for a cream that was applied to sheep skin cycling short liners. The new chamois creams are typically applied to the skin but keep the chamois in the name. Modern cycling shorts do not need a leather conditioner as they are made using synthetic materials that are softer. New chamois creams are more like a moisturizer for your skin that is very slightly greasy or waxy. Almost like graphite feel.
Where to apply? Anywhere you experience sore skin. Specifically the skin between your sit bones and the bicycle saddle. You can use on your feet or hands for blisters. One place might be the tops of your feet. No need to rub all over your butt. Just in the area of the sit bones and maybe the perineum area. Avoid intimate areas, including your sack gents, as the creams can contain substances similar to tiger balm or mint that creates a cooling effect on normal skin but chaos on other areas. Regardless of the catchy branding names it is not intended for intimate areas.
Why apply? To reduce friction, raw skin, and blisters. Especially during hot weather because as you sweat salt will begin to crystallize and cause raw skin. Raw skin can happen anytime or any distance ride. Most brands have an antibacterial property added because you can get infections from saddle sores. Old school versions of chamois cream or home remedies like Vaseline do not have antibacterial additives per se. Bacteria and fungi can survive in petroleum jelly. So be warned.
What is best? Specific chamois creams Assos, Butt'r, Dznuts. Again Do not use "old school" creams designed for applying directly to leather as stated above.
P.S.A. Wear sun screen on exposed skin. Glasses and gloves.
For me it works best to apply directly to the shorts. I've figured out wherey sit bones are and apply two narrow strips of chamois cream onto the chamois. I use it all the time to reduce the chances for saddle sores.
It's good advice to put a layer on but over the counter antiseptic creams are cheaper and equally as good (if not better), I swear by Sudocrem.
I'd like to know what is the difference between the original and euro -version?
I work for Chamois Butt'r. Original has been o the market for 27 years, no scent, silky smooth. Eurostyle: has extra menthol ingredient to give it a cooling effect. some people love it others hate it. Coconut is new, it has organic coconut oil as its base ingredient. HER is a women's specific cream that is PH balanced for women's parts
Don't be shy, tell us how and where. I use liquid talc on occasion, but only once the irritation has already started - so that's how I know where to put it. It's pretty good, and dirt cheap but not easy to find. Asda do it. I find the irritation happens on the bike trainer where I'm stuck in one position for longer.
I work for Chamos Butt'r. The where and when is very specific to the individual and hard to advise on a video like this. You should apply it where you feel the heat build-up and where you get rubs or sores. This could change between different shorts or saddles. so it's very individual. You can use it on any ride, it is particularly important if it is a longer than normal ride or hot (sweaty), raining, where there can be more rubbing. also on an indoor trainer where the saddle is static.
Regarding chamois cream, it's crucial that it's free of paraffin or petrolatum. These ingredients aren't ideal for maintaining proper temperature regulation in the groin area during extensive and prolonged cycling sessions. That's precisely why I'm actively seeking out products that are devoid of paraffin and petrolatum, such as SURPASS chamois or veloskin. These options are both naturally petrochemical-free and beneficial for our saddle area health.
Personally, I'm leaning towards recommending SURPASS. What stands out is not only its tube packaging, which keeps things cleaner, but also its incorporation of numerous rich organic ingredients. This combination makes it a standout choice in my opinion.
I use it almost every time I get on the bike, even if it's just an hour outside or if I'm on the trainer.
Simple Question; I use gel shorts, should I still use it? (Does it wash off the shorts) and if I get sore, why use a specialist cycling product, over say the very cheap, Sudocrem?
I work for Chamois Buttr'. it works fine on Gel shorts. Chanois Butt'r is specifically designed to wash out of chamois it won't leave any residue after a wash. it is very different from products like Sudocrem. Sudocrem is a barrier cream and it is a good one, but it is not designed to have pressure applied for hours on end and it is not anti chaff cream.
Thank you for giving us the... fundamentals of Chamois Cream usage. I'm sure many will use this video as the... butt of jokes, but I myself will take a... crack at using this information. Sorry for... saddling you will so many puns in so little space. I think I've reached the... end now.
Edit: "Arsenal;" how did I not think of that one? I'll end with "Buttered buns are the best!" 🤪
One of the most important video on youtube in the 21st century!
Really…!?!?!
@@rrosomasa a video about butt comfort. I mean. This is essential. Can't believe @GlobalCyclingNetwork did not do that years ago!
😅🤣😅🤣
Yep, I slap a bit on to the skin on longer rides. I usually take it with me and apply when I feel i need to.
Great video! haha! I used to use that brand but I recently switched to DZ nuts and for me, it works a lot better. I'm prone to sores and DZ nuts has decreased that by a long shot.
Never tried it but after riding 167 km in a event where the temperatures were quite warm I paid a painful price...will never make that mistake again.
Apply it to your sit bones and anywhere else you feel friction. Also use it after very long rides in small amounts to help prevent saddle sores. And use Assos it's just better and less oily than chamoisbutter, IMO. I'm 6'3" 210 and ride enough that this is nothing to mess around with if I want to avoid saddle sores.
Chamois cream isn't a think in my country and I didn't knew something like this existed until a few months ago. I really wanna try it, you know my butt had suffered a lot with most saddles and I just get used to the discomfort
I work for Chamois Butt'r. which country are you in?
Go to some local shop that sells stuff for baby's and buy a cream that parents put on baby's skin under a diaper to prevent chaffing and infection's.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 im from Chile
@@sacevedoneira This is our distributor in Chile. www.ebex.cl/account/login?checkout_url=/ They can tell you where the best place to buy Chamois Butt'r in your area
Ive tried the coconut, euro, and original. Coconut didn’t work well for me. Didn’t like the feel. Euro and original are my faves. During centuries, I stop at the 50 mile point, use a wet one napkin and re-apply a fresh buttr. I feel a bit refreshed and continue on with the ride.
Nice!!!!! A close up on the chamois butter early in the video, a hair poking out the cap haha! Belter. Mucky Hank
I note that it has a cooling effect. Wonder whether it is suitable for application under the midfoot where hot spots develop well into a long run.
Certainly I have used BodyGlide under my feet on hot spots or areas that flake. Particularly if for instance running a half marathon, and you want to use compression socks, but although they're great for your muscles, they can be a synthetic under foot, if that makes sense www.wiggle.co.uk/bodyglide-anti-chafing-balm-42g
Do you coat the Chamois only? Or maybe use directly on the nether regions?
I work for Chamois Butt'r. most people apply it to their skin after they have their shorts on. apply it where you have felt heat build-up in the past. if you are not sure apply generally account where you have pressure on the saddle. it does not need to be too specific.
Would have loved to see a more inclusive video that includes women and how their chamois cream needs can be different then mens due to PH levels and things
Do you have to use Chamois cream or can you use lotion or Vaseline?
I don’t have an iron gooche so I always use chamois cream on any ride over 30 minutes , it’s as important as wearing your helmet, safety safety safety
The name originates with the alpine mountain goat, which is called Chamois in French and several other local languages (and is actually a antelope-relative).
Today, it is mostly specially treated sheepskin.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chamois_leather?wprov=sfti1
Answered the what, why, and when, but I still wish to learn where (down there) and how...
I work for Chamois Butt'r. The where is very personal and can even change with different shorts or saddle. Best to be liberal and apply where you have sitting pressure or heat build-up. Then of course if you have any area that is prone to rubs.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 Hello, thank you for the response. So then it's safe to apply in other areas other than the butt? I'm cut and it's an area of concern. Please excuse the imagery.
@@KarloBituin Yes you can apply the cream around any area down there. it's totally safe. In your case, I would use either the Original or Coconut versions. I would stay away from the Eurostyle version as it could be a little tingly.
@@marcolibrizzi9445 Thank you so much!
I was looking into using this when I had little saddle sores a couple months ago (the standard saddle on my new bike was not the right one), but I actually tried some diffferent saddles and I solved all of my problems with the right saddle. I don’t ride lots of very long rides, but very recently I did a sportive of 6 hours without any problems. I think you should try out different saddles first before trying to solve saddle sores with cream alone.
True. A bike fit is the first step. But even that won't stop saddle sores 100%.
I have tried Chamois Butt'r but i prefer the generic anti-itch cream you can get from the pharmacy/chemist. The type i get includes an amount of Aloe so that also soothes the affected area. I also have found that cycling without anything between the skin and the chamois makes a big differences to comfort.
I ride road and mountain bikes, use bum butter not only on the road bike but also under my elbow and knee pads as after hours of trail ridding my sensitive skin chaffs! Ouch!
The Eurostyle one sounds quite risque...
I've done a 45 km ride without a cushion or a cream. I tell you that both the cushioning and the cream is required. I'm from the Himalayas.
Have been using the Butt’r for one season now. Have been using Assos for years before. But this brand really is expensive. Although a tube is much easier to handle and more hygienic, I think I prefer Assos over CB.
Did I miss the bit about how to actually apply it ? The most important but?
On the cheap bibs, I do use it on long rides. I must say the pads on the Assos gear, I don't even need it. Loving my lehoudini skin suit from them.
3:55 "Your back side skin isn't the toughest like your feet." True, but a tip from marathon running. In training rub normal roll-on deodorant to your "back side skin" each night before you go to bed." It will really toughen up your hind quarters. Runners have long put it on the soles and heels of their feet for the same toughening effect. Trust me.. it works. Once it is toughened up though, using the chamois butt'r is still helpful.
I believe that this is the sixth GCN video devoted to chamois cream but I will admit it is useful stuff. I generally use it for rides longer than an hour. However, after a few years of using some pretty expensive products I decided to avoid the cycling tax and have switched with great success to diaper rash cream at less than one-quarter of the cost. Others have used Noxzema, but they all seem to have the same basic ingredients.
I've said it before, but the most comfortable saddles are made by Tramadol.
I was very worried when I saw the title "how to use chamois cream!" Ha ha. Great video though, loving the videos GCN absolutely my favourite channel, you're doing a great job 👍😀.
Why is this being published on Day 5 of 6 of me doing the NC 500. My arse is in tatters!
Always use chamois cream. Long or short rides it cools and conditions your back side. and it smells pretty good too.
A friend of mine refers to it as “icing the cupcake.”
I normally ride XL size but Castelli 3xl barely fits me
Tell me about it! I can’t understand the logic other than as elitism.
This video talked about when to use chamois cream, but never really described "how", except a blurred-out video of Hank applying. I know it's a delicate subject, but method, placement, and amount are pretty important! That's what I want to know.
I use two non chamois nylon shorts. They absorb friction between them and my bum has toughened a bit so there is no pads and no cream involved.
Would recommend you consider a pair of cycling shorts of you plan to do any long rides. Your idea sounds clever and may work for you however you may end up in disaster.
I thought this product was applied directly to the chamois, not your butt?
I've been using Noxema original. Seems to do the trick.
260 miles in 2 days. C2C route. Chamois Butter was a godsend. Zero chafing
I love how the video ends with Hank about to go the long way round 😅🤣
I use a small dab on every ride. I've never had an issue since using Butt'r and the controversial SMP saddle.
"There's nothing worse than putting on your bib shorts and your feeling like you've got a wet nappy." HAHAHAHA!!!!
I remember an earlier episode where Si demonstrated how to apply to your pad.
It's not the butt seating on the saddle that hurts me, its mostly the wide TT saddle rubbing against my trisuit seam that hurts. I've tried a few brands, and I'm still looking for the best one, but once I start racing, the wet saddle will be another layer of challenge (or not)
Took the advice of Chris Horner and switched to using Noxema vs all other chamois cream, it works remarkably well
Me too definitely does the job well..
Awesome & Thanks :)
4:42 When you enjoy cycling a bit too much.
Do you rub it on the skin or rub it into the chamois pad ?
Find out from experience which bits tend to get sore and apply direct to those areas. Unlike some others here I never have a problem with my sit bone area - for me it's further forward where there is more movement.
Finally! The man, the myth... and chamois butt'r...
*In most of these clips bikes look at too large for riders... you’re perched right on the front of the saddle ?*
Quick question , have you done a review on Ribble bikes ? Been look for a road e-bike . why are Ribble bikes so cheap ?
Great Thumbnail👌