Handlebar / stem combo

mtbjunkie08

Hi guys,

I decided to change my stem and handlebar on my scott scale 80 due to feeling my reach was slightly overstretched.
I changed the original 120mm (25.4mm clamp) stem for a 90mm (25.4mm clamp). Also I thought I would try and lift the front end slightly as it felt quite low.
So I opted for a mid riser handlerbar (2nd hand ritchey rizer comp) which gives me approx 30mm rise.

Now although I feel generally the position is more comfortable (the reach is shorter and front-end slightly higher), after a few rides I seem to be developing some pains in my wrists.
Is this just the muscles in my body getting used to the new position and will wear off eventually or is it a sign that the position is wrong for me?

I've also realised that because the handlebars are only the standard 25.4 diamater the bend in the bar looks more exaggerated than on oversize bars where the middle is thicker, obviously this is only a cosmetic thing, but it was quite noticeable at first.

Any advice appreciated guys.

cheers.

nicklouse

rotate the bars more?

no idea lets see your set up.

davewalsh

I've found that the rotation of the bars can make a big difference to wrist pain. If the pain is on the outside of the wrist then rotate the bars backwards to drop the outside of the bar, which reduces the pressure on the outside of the wrist. If it's the inside then do the opposite.

1mancity2

Also look at your brake lever position too high or too low can cause problems.

mtbjunkie08

Thanks for all the replies guys. It sounds as though it could well be the rotation then, the pain is on the inside of my wrists, so shall I rotate the bars forwards a little?

I've attached a few photos of my machine for your 'diagnosis'.







cheers