Mitts becoming uncomfortable

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philinmerthyr

Über Member
I have a pair of specialised mitts that are usually very comfortable. After about 3 hrs today they started rubbing on the base of my palm and it became very sore.

I think my sweaty palms were the main cause. Anyone else experience this? Is there a way of avoiding it?

What are the best mitts for long days in the saddle?

A thought about carrying a spare pair to change when the first pair to sweaty but not share if that would overcome the problem.
 

Louch

105% knowledge on 105
Vaseline your hands before and if it starts to get sore? Cheaper than new gloves and your hands should, toughen in time
 

simmi

Über Member
Change your hand position on the bars from time to time.
Depending what I am doing I have 4 different holds.
My default position is on the hoods with my forefinger covering the brake, so my palms are not even touching anything.
If you can't get comfy like this then maybe your bike setup is not quite right.
 
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