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I was riding with SouthernBelle the other day and had major complaints of my hand hurting between my thumb and index finger. Has anyone else encountered this problem?
I had talked about a thought of having a pad sewn there to pad the area (they are brand new gloves and I would like to use them as much as possible). I imagine a local cobbler/shoesmith would do this, but does anyone have ideas?
I know Dr Sholl's makes some stick-on moleskin - it's like a very thick flannel with adhesive on the back and you can cut it to fit with scissors - maybe you could try sticking a layer or two in the hurting spot? (Advantage there being that you can peel it off and replace it when it gets dirty...)
Just my $.02!
Amy
This happens to me, too. Especially if I go on a group ride because I don't often spend too much time holding the brake hoods when I ride alone. I haven't found a good solution, so maybe something else will have some advice.
Were you riding on the hoods? Are you back after a long layoff? If so, it sounds to me like it's just a matter of you getting used to the pressure in that area again. If not then it may be seam or something in the glove causing you pain...I'd just find a new glove rather than spending time trying to get it to work for me.
I have had this problem, mainly from the seam of the gloves being too thick etc. I kept trying new gloves until I found some that are comfortable. Also, changing hand positions a lot. Also, not riding for a few weeks and then getting back on...
Funny you mention that. It's simply a comfortable place for my hands to be most of the time- the lower bars I use often, but not nearly as much as the brake hoods.Quote:
Originally Posted by li10up
Oh, and there is no seam where my hand hurts. Perhaps it is simply getting used to the pressure put on the area.
Do you have a lot of weight resting on your hands? Focus on using your abs and back muscles to hold your upper body - then you can maintain your normal riding position with less weight on your hands.Quote:
Originally Posted by Meg McKilty
--- Denise
I notice this if I haven't been riding for awhile and start up again. It goes away after a couple of rides. I suspect yours will do the same!
Emily
Something that really helps me with this when I am just back on the bike after awhile is to lube that area with neosporin. Not just a little, but a fair amount of goo. I find that it really makes a big difference for me, especially on longer rides.