"Frank" <
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> "DR" <
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> > "Nick Kew" <
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> > > "Mike" <
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> > > > I have a hybrid (specikalized Sirrus Sport) and after riding for a while my hands get
> > > > uncomfotably numb, due to the vibration. Whats the cure, gloves??
> > >
> > > Best cure is drop handlebars, and then adopt a new position anytime any part of your anatomy
> > > is in danger of getting uncomfortable.
> >
> > That's assuming you can get comfortable on drops in the first place. I only view drops as a
> > means of going a couple of mph faster in a head wind. Otherwise I am no fan.
> >
>
> There is actually a bit more to it, numb hands may be caused by flexing
the
> hand back when holding the handlebars. Drop handlebars when ridden on the hoods or a full racing
> position mean that your wrist will be straight.
Yes, that's the benefit of bar ends. The nice thing about bar ends is that there is no difference in
stretch between grip positions. I usually have one hand on the bar grip and one on a bar end. With
drops the various positions have different stretch so I find it necessary to stay fairly
symmetrical.
The real problem with drops is that it seems impossible to set bar/hood position that offers a
comfortable grip at the same time as brake access.
David Roberts