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Hand problems
Started this discussion. Last reply by Richard Nov 21, 2011. 14 Replies 0 Likes
So after riding my road bikes with drop handlebars, I notice for a few days afterwards my hands are somewhat disabled; minor nerve damage making it harder to handle small objects. After a ride I…Continue
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Getting friendly with buses
Started this discussion. Last reply by heather Nov 26, 2011. 25 Replies 0 Likes
So there I am, cycling through North Adelaide. I slow up at the lights, come to a stop, and wait for the lights to change. Suddenly I feel something brushing up against me."What's that?" I wonder.IT…Continue
Commuting - Adelaide to Salisbury
Started this discussion. Last reply by Doddsy Oct 5, 2011. 10 Replies 0 Likes
So lately I've started commuting from my house in Salisbury to the Adelaide CBD. I usually ride to town by taking Salisbury Highway, onto Port Wakefield Rd, and then onto Main North Road. There's…Continue
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Richard replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"Too many bike fit methods insist on placing the knee over the pedal spindle (KOPS) - if you've been fitted using a plumbob from your knee, this is what the fitter was doing. KOPS has no credible basis and while it accidentally works for many…"
heather replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"re the last reason for hand pain. with mtb handlebar, my wrists are twisted in one plane, then twisted in another plane for the 5 degree bar ends. i had rsi before i took up cycling again. no probs on women's entry style bike, but a prob with…"
Glen Turner replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"Hi John,
The condition is called "handlebar palsy". It's due to compression of nerves. It's related to: weight of hand on bars (more is worse), strength of grip on bars (more is worse), transmission of vibrations through bars…"
John Vincent replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"Ah yeah, that definitely makes sense. I'll try a nice thick wrap and lessen pressure on the hands. Cheers everyone! "
Paul replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"I had carpal tunnel a couple of years ago and when on the roadie my fingers would go numb really quick. I added an extra layer of bar tape to make the bars fatter, spreading the load over the palms a bit more. "
Andrew Prior replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"Part of the issue may be your saddle placement. If too far forward, or if sloping down it may push you to put too much weight on your handlebars..."
John Vincent replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"Hm, thanks for the tips guys. Reckon I'll experiment with bike fit to try and get a bit more comfortable. Didn't realise there wasn't supposed to be so much pressure on the hands."
Bec replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"Also be mindful that you are using your core stability muscles to hold you up on the bike not your hands. Hands should be placed on handlebars and arms relaxed."
David Southern replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"I have had similar problems with both drop bars and flat bars. However, in my case this is a residue from a work related overuse injury (RSI). Is there any possibility that your occupational activities may be contributing to your…"
Mike W replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"Have you had a bike fit John ?
The reason I ask is that I had a fit on my old bike and after a couple of hours I was getting painful wrists.
Got a new bike and when I had a fit a bikeshop on Brighton Rd they found That when they set the seat and…"
Dave L replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"It is very important to keep a good circulation to the parts that are not doing much on a ride. For arms/hands try changing the grip position every 1Km or so and never lock your elbows, always have them slightly bent. As for the more…"
David Bowler replied to John Vincent's discussion Hand problems"I have had nothing like what you describe. I have however had issues with my wrist. Not sure if the cause way my riding position or rsi from working the mouse at work, or a combination of both. Anyway I have changed the position of…"
John Vincent replied to Keith Davies's discussion Quick Warning"Thanks for highlighting this, I came down Wynn Vale Drv. today (always risky with huge potholes that are hard to see in shadow), good to know about hazards in the area."
John Vincent posted a discussionHand problems
So after riding my road bikes with drop handlebars, I notice for a few days afterwards my hands are somewhat disabled; minor nerve damage making it harder to handle small objects. After a ride I can't cross my fingers or click my fingers, and in general my hands become quite weak. Is this a riding position issue? Anyone had this issue before that can give me some pointers? Hope I'm not doing serious damage here. See More
John Vincent replied to Richard's discussion It's possible that some people aren't thinking too carefully ..."Another great reason to keep this law in place. I mean, why not make seatbelts illegal? Hell, even optional on cars? Save a few bucks for the local manufacturers."
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- Currently commuting on an old Riccardo road bike, and a BMX for tooling around the suburbs.
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