Originally Posted by
DaveLeeNC
FWIW, this is not a bike problem (or fit problem or even cycling problem). This is a well diagnosed shoulder problem and, from my perspective, is a "all hands on deck problem". If better padded gloves help (they literally saved my outdoor riding when I was having wrist issues a few years back) then better padded gloves it is. If a fit change helps - then I will go for it (within reason). Tires, wheels, etc., same thing. This is not going away and in the best conceivable case will simply not get worse (and that outcome is actually unlikely) and I will find some band aids that are helpful and keep me riding longer than otherwise. .
dave
Your wrists and your elbow are between the bars and your problematic shoulder; none of those joints should be bearing much weight. If there's enough rigidity through your arms, such that jolts transmit through the two sets of buffer joints and still discomfort your shoulder, what hope is there that 2mm more padding on your palms will alleviate the problem?
I know that you've said that you've been fit. Evidence suggests that the fit wasn't a very good one. I'd recommend revisiting fit -> adopting a less aggressive position -> and, if all else fails, looking at a 'bent (sorry
).