We are absolutely over the moon. 🌟 It gives us enormous pleasure to announce that our very own Happy Bottom Bum Butter has been crowned Best Overall Chamois Cream by CyclingNews.
For those who’ve ridden long roads, punched through miles of hills, or simply ridden hard day in day out — you know that comfort isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. That’s why this recognition means so much to us: it shows that the natural ingredients we put into crafting our cream, the thought behind each tub, and the passion for keeping riders comfortable — it all pays off.
What stood out for the judges — and what we believe makes Bum Butter special — is the buttery consistency that stays put, the natural clove-oil scent, the reassuring resilience even during long or sweaty rides. For many cyclists, that sticky-free lasting comfort can make the difference between a ride you dread and one you look forward to.
We started this little venture with a simple belief: riders deserve a chamois cream that works as hard as they do, made with care, and free from unnecessary petrochemicals. To be named ‘best overall’ is beyond endorsement — it’s proof that our values, our approach, and our product really resonate with real riders.
Yes Bum Butter Is Female Friendly…
Cycling News mention there is not a female specific version. Which is correct, but not quite right… and that is because our standard version is female friendly. The PH value of Bum Butter is actually matched to the average female PH value. Bum Butter is a already a female chamois cream.
To all of you who’ve trusted Bum Butter with your back-end comfort: thank you. Here’s to more miles — smoother, chafe-free, happier miles ahead. 🚴♀️🚴♂️
Stay rad…
Charlie
Written by Charlie Hobbs: Founder of Bum Butter
Charlie Hobbs (formally known as Charlie the Bikemonger) is a veteran of the British endurance sports industry and the founder of Bum Butter, the UK’s premier 100% natural, vegan anti-chafing cream. With a career spanning over four decades in off-road riding, Hobbs is a recognized pioneer in the UK gravel cycling scene, having founded the Dorset Gravel Dash—the UK's first ever gravel event—and invented the Clunker Classic. He was also a long-standing columnist and Merchandising Manager for Singletrack World Magazine, one of the world's leading cycling magazines and media outlets.
While his roots are in cycling, Charlie is also an active hiker, mountaineer, and runner, regularly testing the limits of Bum Butter on the trails of the Dorset Coast and Hebden Bridge. This "on-the-ground" experience as both a cyclist and a runner ensures that every batch of Bum Butter is formulated to withstand the specific friction demands of ultra-running and high-mileage training.
After 16 years as the owner of the renowned retail shop Bikemonger, Hobbs transitioned to focus on high-performance athlete care. He currently serves as the Lead Director of Bum Butter Ltd, where he oversees the business of handmade, petrochemical-free chamois balms used by Olympic gold medalists and everyday athletes alike.