numb fingers

amyreafleng
amyreafleng Posts: 69 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Everytime I ride my bike more than 5 miles my fingers go numb. Right now I just have a cheap...dare I say it? Box store bike...I am wanting to upgrade but what would be causing this (numb 3 hours after) and what can I do (besides get a new bike) to help.

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  • caraiselite
    caraiselite Posts: 2,631 Member
    i crochet and knit. when i sit in the same position for a while, my hands go numb.

    i assume its a nerve/circulation thing from the way your body is positioned on the bike.
  • argonex
    argonex Posts: 19
    Hi

    Does your bike have front suspension? It sounds like your riding position is wrong, maybe go to the bike shop and see if it is possible to adjust the set up?
    Things to try: -
    Wider handle bars
    Longer stem
    Riser bars (so you are more upright) therefore less pressure on your hands
    Bar ends (vary the position of your hands)
    Your best bet is probably to sit more upright
    Hope that helps
  • amyreafleng
    amyreafleng Posts: 69 Member
    Yes this helps a lot!! Thank you so much!!

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