GrantMeThePower
New Member
I'm really trying to nail down my position on the bike and when I have the saddle in the perfect position for pedaling (i.e. top of the dropper, knee to pedal line, right height, saddle level (and tried a couple degrees back also), etc) I find that it puts too much pressure on my hands and I get a lot of numbness in my thumb and index finger. It feels that my hands are simply a little too low. I also feel my lower back is overly hunched.
I'm debating whether a stem or handlebar change would be a good idea. My concern is on very steep climbs, allowing the front wheel to pop up more-i already find it to sometimes be an issue (though it is more often because I am pulling a bit on the bars to pedal harder-so technique rather than position)
The numbness happens really anytime I am pedaling because of the weight, whether it is flat or slightly inclined. If I lower the seat a bit I get cramped and my legs don't extend and I lose power.
Thanks for any guidance on best ideas!
I'm debating whether a stem or handlebar change would be a good idea. My concern is on very steep climbs, allowing the front wheel to pop up more-i already find it to sometimes be an issue (though it is more often because I am pulling a bit on the bars to pedal harder-so technique rather than position)
The numbness happens really anytime I am pedaling because of the weight, whether it is flat or slightly inclined. If I lower the seat a bit I get cramped and my legs don't extend and I lose power.
Thanks for any guidance on best ideas!