A lot of good suggestions up there! There were gel pads available for drop bars, with adhesive backing... I tried those and like them !
Then I've also gone with a double layer of the newer 'cushion' type of bar tape - I have long hands/fingers, so a std bar diameter is uncomfortably small for me.
I've also changed to ovalized bars (the bar top area...) which further distributes pressure better - but is still 'round' in the hooks and drops, where the shifters are placed... so not a solution when riding 'On the Hoods', which is prolly the 85% position...
That Sting Pad Pro plam protector seems like a great additive solution. I'm gonna suggest it to my SO, because she has Carpal Tunnel issues and has recently had surgery to help with that.
And She still wants to be able to ride the bike regularly.... great solution for those with real hand/wrist problems... Thx
Ride On
Yuri