Pain in left hand

Go back to the LBS for a fitting (or re-fitting). You are probably putting too much pressure on your hands, or putting pressure on the wrong part of your hand such that you are pinching a nerve or something. You shouldn't have pain when you ride!

Thanks for the advise. The thing is i'm only experiencing the pain when i'm off the bike, particularly pinch type movements between the thumb and another finger. It's strange that its only my left hand as well. I am a violinist also, and the pain really isn't helping my performance. Any more advise would be greatly appreciated.

Charlie.

Chazzz801 said:

Thanks for the advise. The thing is i'm only experiencing the pain when i'm off the bike, particularly pinch type movements between the thumb and another finger. It's strange that its only my left hand as well. I am a violinist also, and the pain really isn't helping my performance. Any more advise would be greatly appreciated.

Charlie.

Assuming you are riding a roadbike, I would check the alignment of your brake hoods. If the left one is higher than the right, it may be causing the pressure/pain you are describing. Take a level and make sure those hoods are even. Otherwise, try to loosen your hands up a bit when riding.
As others have mentioned, it would be a good idea to get the bike fitted if you haven't already.

Yes, a solid bike fit is in order. Your problem could be everything from bad weight distribution from seat and handlebar to a saddle that doesn't work well for you. Generally, you don't want to have too much weight in your saddle or too much weight loaded on your handlebar.

Let us know how you feel as you make adjustments.