Originally Posted by normdzn
Hey, is it normal for you hands to numb up after a few miles of riding or is it normal and I just need to get used to it. The same question goes to why my butt hurts so bad. Note: I haven't ridden a bike in 20+ years. Thanks.
Try rotating your brake and gear levers to point more towards the floor. This will straighten your wrists up meaning that you will be putting less pressure on your uncular nerve.
With saddles more padding doesn't always mean more comfort - the more you go out and ride the less it will hurt.