Looking back, I think my post might have appeared a little dismissive WOD: twasn't meant to (apologies if so). I recommended a visit to Decathlon (a) because I know squat about saddles and (b) because I have always found them extremely knowledgeable and helpful (though - to be fair - I have never sought to purchase a saddle there). However, I should have mentioned a couple of other things: (a) you can have the best saddle in the world, but, if the bike is not a good fit for you (and I notice you are thinking of borrowing your son's) then you are, in all likelihood, going to suffer some discomfort. Little things like adjusting the handlebars and ensuring the saddle is set at the correct height make an enormous difference to your riding experience. (b) ditto unsuitable clothing. I remember wearing jeans whilst cycling in Asturias. I didn't quite do 45 miles in one day, but, suffice to say that those thick seams caused many an...ahem...iritation. Sore fanny for days :-$. Good luck. And sorry about your bike being stolen too.