In addition to 2nd-ing [MENTION=194771]Sand[/MENTION]oval and [MENTION=466379]Iride01[/MENTION] - about hand/wrist angle onto the bars and weight on hands from handlebar/lever position - I would also add that changing hand positions regularly while riding is kinda necessary. I have been known to slow down, ride 'no hands', while shaking out stiff wrists on some days. Heck, just a short stop every 30minutes or so to relax everything, when you hit 70+ years, is warranted.

If the problem is dramatic, consult a Dr. or cycling knowledgeable PT.

Also in agreement with [MENTION=68015]DiabloScott[/MENTION] that the older style, thicker gel'd gloves quickly squished to the wrong places.

Gel pads in cycling shorts have given way to foam pads, in multiple locations, of varying densities to aleve problems and issues. Maybe for many = gloves are as individual a decision as saddle and shorts.

.....but the vast majority of my rides are under 40miles and on fairly decent roads without chipseal .....so, what do I know? ....except, more than 30minutes of pushing a gas powered lawnmower makes my hands tingle for some time.