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29-07-08, 07:35 PM

Hmm... Another Oregonian on a UK forum, interesting!

At 5'11 and 210 pounds, I found myself putting a lot of weight on my wrists as well. Once I realized I was doing it, I managed to "fix" it a little bit just by changing the way I rode when commuting: Scoot up real snug to the gas tank and sit up a little straighter, relax the hands a bit. I actually felt more secure and way more comfortable on the bike by doing this, and rode a little better as a result.

This is a good forum, someone will come along shortly with a good tip on adjusting the handlebars though.

-Troy

29-07-08, 07:35 PM	#2
Troy Guest Posts: n/a	Re: any 5'7"ish riders who've adjusted handlebars? Hmm... Another Oregonian on a UK forum, interesting! At 5'11 and 210 pounds, I found myself putting a lot of weight on my wrists as well. Once I realized I was doing it, I managed to "fix" it a little bit just by changing the way I rode when commuting: Scoot up real snug to the gas tank and sit up a little straighter, relax the hands a bit. I actually felt more secure and way more comfortable on the bike by doing this, and rode a little better as a result. This is a good forum, someone will come along shortly with a good tip on adjusting the handlebars though. -Troy