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Originally Posted by UncleWede
So, for us less-traveled newly emerging cyclist: Besides constantly changing my handle position (flat, curved, on the brakes with thumb, index) what helps relieve the stress on the hands while riding? I ran Saturday then rode late yesterday for about 10 miles. My palms were killing me!
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You can try minimizing road vibrations such as double wrapping your handle bars or adding gel pads underneath your bar tap. Gloves can help too.
Also, if you have not had a bike fit you may want to consider one. Your positioning could be off such as leaning too far forward and dumping too much weight into your arms / palms... too stretched out that your arms are locked out meaning you are not using your arms to absorbs bumps....
Finally, are you relaxed when riding? If you are too tense you will grip your handle bars too tight regardless of position and your hand /palms will ache. I use to have the same issue mountain biking new trails.