I use another Specialized product, "Super Phat Bar" tape: http://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCEqP...jsp?spid=25684
Makes the handlebar really "cushy".

I had issues with numbness in my hand, and this type of tape we one among several changes I made to my bike (handlebar change, vibration dampers, less than maximum tire pressure on the front tire)

I have wondered about some of the ergonomic handlebars I have seen (all very expensive -- carbon -- and not available in 38cm), such as this one: http://www.coloradocyclist.com/product/item/ITMLFTQA
They have a wider flat surface on the tops. I wonder if that would be more comfortable.