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Old 08-25-09 | 12:11 PM
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As Topic...is this normal to have pressure on the palm on all road other than hybrid/MTB?
my hand felt great on my girlfriend's folder..but going back to my 925..its hell
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Old 08-25-09 | 12:19 PM
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Grow some back muscles to help support the weight.
Or get a bike that fits and isn't so small so there is less seat to bar drop.
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Old 08-25-09 | 12:43 PM
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Well, hybrids/mountainbikes usually have much better suspension than road bikes, so I guess the answer is yes. But if the pressure is that bad for you, I'd guess you should recheck your position on the bike and/or get some padded gloves.
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Old 08-25-09 | 04:21 PM
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I used to get palm pressure quite a bit, but I got used to it and sort of forgot about it. Does your bike seem to fit you well aside from this issue?
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Old 08-25-09 | 05:00 PM
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Thanks for those replies guys I am kinda out of shape..

Originally Posted by Coomer
I used to get palm pressure quite a bit, but I got used to it and sort of forgot about it. Does your bike seem to fit you well aside from this issue?
i think the bike fit me just fine (i think?) or maybe a tiny bit too big? I dunno lol
i have no pain anywhere else except the palm during the ride..

just how much is too much pressure? Im guessing everyone have gotten used to it or maybe my hand are still sensitive?

One question: does your head go over the handlebar during riding? Is that consider the right fit?
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Old 08-25-09 | 05:07 PM
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if the bike fits, i recommend gloves and good padded bar tape.
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Old 08-25-09 | 05:57 PM
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you should slide the saddle back and slightly down to alleviate pressure on your hands.

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Well, hybrids/mountainbikes usually have much better suspension than road bikes, so I guess the answer is yes. But if the pressure is that bad for you, I'd guess you should recheck your position on the bike and/or get some padded gloves.
it has nothing to do with suspension, it's all about how you are fit on the bike. MTB and hybrids tend to give a more upright position so there's less weight on your hands.
the redline is more inline with a CX/road bike, which puts you in a more aero position.

To put less weight on your hands in either position, you have to sit further back on the saddle.
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