I went for my first serious (as in exercise) bicycle ride today. I rode for 45 minutes non-top. I had a good workout since I felt my HR getting a good boost throughout the ride. My biggest complaint is that I did not feel very comfortable during the ride; I felt something was wrong with my setup. Also, my right hand kept on going numb. I'm riding a hybrid bike by trek (7500FX). I decided on this bike since I will also be using it for commuting during the week as well as on the weekends to work out. Should I have gone for the road bike? Also, I should note that the guys at this very reputable bike store setup the height of the seat for me and also helped me choose the "right" size frame. What could be wrong? Any input would be very appreciated. Thanks!
I went for my first serious (as in exercise) bicycle ride today. I rode for 45 minutes non-top. I had a good workout since I felt my HR getting a good boost throughout the ride. My biggest complaint is that I did not feel very comfortable during the ride; I felt something was wrong with my setup. Also, my right hand kept on going numb. I'm riding a hybrid bike by trek (7500FX). I decided on this bike since I will also be using it for commuting during the week as well as on the weekends to work out. Should I have gone for the road bike? Also, I should note that the guys at this very reputable bike store setup the height of the seat for me and also helped me choose the "right" size frame. What could be wrong? Any input would be very appreciated. Thanks!
Francis, Portland, Oregon
Try some cycling gloves. I had this problem when bike touring. Apparently it's caused by the constant road vibration on your hand damaging your nerve endings. Mine got as bad as not being able to write or perform certain tasks with my right hand for about a week. Now I have some gloves with nice thick leather padding on the palm and am much more comfortable. I noticed the problem more on my hybrid commuter/touring bike, than on my racing bike with drop bars and that cork tape stuff. This is despite having more weight on the hands on this bike and thinner/harder tyres etc. Not sure why
I went for my first serious (as in exercise) bicycle ride today. I rode for 45 minutes non-top. I had a good workout since I felt my HR getting a good boost throughout the ride. My biggest complaint is that I did not feel very comfortable during the ride; I felt something was wrong with my setup. Also, my right hand kept on going numb. I'm riding a hybrid bike by trek (7500FX). I decided on this bike since I will also be using it for commuting during the week as well as on the weekends to work out. Should I have gone for the road bike?
Not necessarily. I had a look at an on-line picture of your bike, and I noted it has a flat handlebar. It may be that adjusting the angle of the brake levers in relation to the handlebar would be more comfortable for you, especially if the way things are now, grasping both the grips and the brake levers bends your wrists at an uncomfortable angle. Rotating those brake levers upward a bit can make the difference between torture and joy.
It's one thing to try, anyway.
cheers, Tom
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I went for my first serious (as in exercise) bicycle ride today. I rode for 45 minutes non-top. I had a good workout since I felt my HR getting a good boost throughout the ride. My biggest complaint is that I did not feel very comfortable during the ride; I felt something was wrong with my setup. Also, my right hand kept on going numb. I'm riding a hybrid bike by trek (7500FX). I decided on this bike since I will also be using it for commuting during the week as well as on the weekends to work out. Should I have gone for the road bike? Also, I should note that the guys at this very reputable bike store setup the height of the seat for me and also helped me choose the "right" size frame. What could be wrong? Any input would be very appreciated. Thanks!
Francis, Portland, Oregon
Congratulations, on your new bike and your inaugural ride. First, in my opinion, you have a great bike. I have one very similar to yours - including the straight handlebars. I never have hand pain issues. I also have a road bike: on the road bike I have some hand discomfort when I start the ride but it goes away as I get into it. The post above about getting gloves - good gloves - is very important. Also, and to me, more importantly, this is your first ride on it. Spend a few more hours checking yourself and the bike while riding. Get comfortable, maintain a loose grip on the bars, don't tense your shoulders, and maintain loose and slightly bent elbows (don't stiff arm the bars). If you are still uncomfortable then go back to your LBS and have them readjust your bike to fit you. You have a great hybrid, enjoy!
I went for my first serious (as in exercise) bicycle ride today. I rode for 45 minutes non-top. I had a good workout since I felt my HR getting a good boost throughout the ride. My biggest complaint is that I did not feel very comfortable during the ride; I felt something was wrong with my setup. Also, my right hand kept on going numb. I'm riding a hybrid bike by trek (7500FX). I decided on this bike since I will also be using it for commuting during the week as well as on the weekends to work out. Should I have gone for the road bike? Also, I should note that the guys at this very reputable bike store setup the height of the seat for me and also helped me choose the "right" size frame. What could be wrong? Any input would be very appreciated. Thanks!
Put some bar-ends or aerobars on the bike to create alternate hand positions, and switch hand positions frequently.
