BigDL Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Sorry if this has already been covered, but I can't find a similar thread. As I start to get more miles in again on my mtb, I am finding that the outside of my palms are becoming more and more painful after a few hours on the bike. This happened previously leading up to Sani last year, but I have not been doing the long rides since? I have the standard giant grips on my anthem and have recently upgraded my gloves to try and help. Can anyone suggest a grip or a solution that may resolve? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
Odinson Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Probably pinching the ulnar nerve. Step 1: get that core nice and strong. Step 2: play around with cockpit setup. Brake levers should be easy to reach. Step 3: thank me later.
Mr lee Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Can also look at a softer grip like ESI grips. Try the cockpit setup first as mentioned above though. My hands still get a little sore after long rides but not as bad after adding the ESI grips.
BrandonF_ Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Sorry if this has already been covered, but I can't find a similar thread. As I start to get more miles in again on my mtb, I am finding that the outside of my palms are becoming more and more painful after a few hours on the bike. This happened previously leading up to Sani last year, but I have not been doing the long rides since? I have the standard giant grips on my anthem and have recently upgraded my gloves to try and help. Can anyone suggest a grip or a solution that may resolve? Sent from my iPad using TapatalkHow wide is your bars? I know 99% of the world loves Wiiiide bars (I also went that route for a while, 760mm from 710mm),..and then experienced the same you are. I've cut them down to 720mm, and no more sore hands, gone. I also feel a lot more balanced and comfortable on my bike.
BigDL Posted May 30, 2017 Author Posted May 30, 2017 How wide is your bars? I know 99% of the world loves Wiiiide bars (I also went that route for a while, 760mm from 710mm),..and then experienced the same you are. I've cut them down to 720mm, and no more sore hands, gone. I also feel a lot more balanced and comfortable on my bike.They are the standard 690mm that came with the bike. Thanks though
BigDL Posted May 30, 2017 Author Posted May 30, 2017 Thanks guys. Will try and adjust the brake lever angle and will look at comfier grips. Doing my first 8 hour endurance event next month so Hoping to have it sorted by then
Dubbin Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Mostly the underlying cause is that you are leaning too hard on your handlebars because your core needs strengthening. As you progress the problem will sort itself out. In the meantime, if you are really desperate and willing to risk being frowned upon by fellow mountain bicyclists, try bar ends. Often the option to change the position of your hands and wrists helps.
allstar scott Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Really battled with sore hands as well. Played with setup to remove pressure from my hands.Seat back, forward, up, down, brakes parallel with arms. Eventually improved. But I still have to constantly change my grip according to terrain. And every now and then lift a hand and shake to improve blood flow. Hope you come right.
solty Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Could try other gloves with less or no padding near the wrist. Specialized make a fancy shmancy pair for ulnar nerve trouble. Has thicker padding in the centre of the palm area. Price quite thick too, put me off trying them. Towards the end and after long rides my fingers (pinky and ring f) go numb. Maybe similar prob to yours.
Me rida my bicycle Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Lower shock pressure that helped for me. Could try fatter grips and or shorter stem for more upright position which should reduce pressure on your hands.
rudi-h Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 all my previous sore / numb hands issues normally originated from my saddle... yes, you heard me something to do with nerves, but IMO you won't find the solution with grips, brake levers or anything else. adjust the saddle angle (needs to be perfectly level) and saddle height, if need be try another saddle. if that doesn't work, go for a proper setup
Kalahari Vegmot Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 all my previous sore / numb hands issues normally originated from my saddle... yes, you heard me something to do with nerves, but IMO you won't find the solution with grips, brake levers or anything else. adjust the saddle angle (needs to be perfectly level) and saddle height, if need be try another saddle. if that doesn't work, go for a proper setup+1 on saddle positioning. A level saddle keeps you from sliding forward and putting more pressure on your hands-and scrotum... Relieved a lot of pressure off my bottom and hands.
Phatman Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 Try rotating bars forward 15 to 30 degrees. Remember to adjust levers afterwards. Backsweep could be pushing on the nerve point. Also, like the others said, set saddle level.
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.