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Hand Pain

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#1 ·
I just got my 2009 Specialized Allez a couple of weeks ago and I ride it almost every day. I have a 58cm frame, which was fitted by my LBS. One issue is that when I ride on the hoods the base of both my thumbs start to hurt after a while. I wear the pearl izumi gel padded gloves when I ride. I have tried different positions on the hoods and I have tried to get lower to the bar for more bend in my elbows. I think I may need a shorter stem. If anyone has any advice my hands would greatly appreciate it!!
 
Discussion starter · #4 ·
Thank You Both

I tried raising the seat a little in front and sliding it slightly forward. It seems to have helped a little bit, but I might make more of an adjustment. I'll let you know once I ride on the adjustments a little more.
 
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