Handlebar Armrest

[Lakerider]

I'm considering getting a handlebar armrest to relieve pressure on my hands during long rides. My longest ride has been 101 miles. (I just had to get in that 1 more mile!) If you have used a handlebar armrest I would love to hear from you.

[Trek420]

By armrest do you mean something like this?

www.all3sports.com/product_info.php?pName=easton-ea70-aero-force-clipon-aerobar

I've seen riders using aerobars as an armrest but that's not what these puppies do. I feel it can be dangerous when they are used that way. It's hard to steer and brake if you're just "resting" in them.

Aerobars are to get you well, aero as in aerodynamic like in a time trial or triathlon.

If you are feeling tired at the end of a century ask around here. It could be your bike fit, you may need to work on core and or upper body strength.

IMHO armrests are for your chair after the ride with a frosty mug of recovery beverage of choice. :p :) :D

[alpinerabbit]

Well, if used with intention and wisdom for long rides, I think it's ok. I wouldn't call them "arm rests" :D

Yes, it's not just "rest", and you have to train for them as the handling is different and your body position changes the muscles that are used, and never ever use it in a paceline. But using them also makes you last longer and you can beat the wind.

I know some of our longdistance riders here have them.

True, if your bike does not fit you, especially if you're too stretched out, aero bars will not make you much happier.

[Kano]

If you are feeling tired at the end of a century ask around here. It could be your bike fit, you may need to work on core and or upper body strength.


:D Or it could just be that you've ridden a very long time all at once! :D

Karen in Boise

[Trek420]

Nah. When it's me it's the lack of core, upper body strength etc etc. :rolleyes: