However, too much padding may have the opposite effect. Specially designed saddles can be very beneficial. Female cyclists have been using them for many years with great success. The premise is that the ischial tuberosities can rest on the saddle while the perineum has free space to rest without the pressure of the saddle. There are many different types, some with two cubes for resting your bones and other with simply an oblong hole in the center of the saddle.
Riders often have preferences for one or the other.
Ask around your local bike club or online in the forums to see what others think of their saddles. The problem of numbness or impotence after riding is easily solved for most men. Giving up the sport is usually not required. If you have any of the above symptoms you should also contact your health care provider to be sure that your symptoms are not specific to other complications of your testicular or penile health.