I feel your pain. Or I did but it's gotten better.

Two things other than gloves: have your fit checked by your LBS. I didn't realize it but I was pitching way too forward and for a lack of a better way of doing it, handstanding on my handlebars. The LBS raised the bar up and it's almost perfect.

Second, work on your core strength. Not being able to hold yourself upright will put stress on your wrists and hands to hold you up.


I go through a pair of gloves a month. My suggestion is to buy them at REI. They carry PI but not Specialized, and they have their own brand which is so-so, but the best thing is they have a no hassle return policy and when they don't work anymore, bring them back in and exchange them for the same kind or try a different kind.

I tried women specific gloves but they weren't padded enough for me. I buy men's gloves instead.

Good luck! Karin