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08-09-2004, 06:38 AM

"CR_ [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]" <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]> wrote in message news:<CdfOc.4783$T76.2770@trndny09>...
> I just purchased a new bike.
> It's a trek 5200.
> When i ride more than 10 miles or so I develop wrist pain.
> I also have a cannondale and when i ride this bike I have no problems.
> One thing I have noticed between the two is the cannondale has wider
> handelbars than the Trek.
> Could this be the problem?
> I have very wide shoulders for my size.
> I am thinking maybe it is putting more weight on my wrists or is this
> nonsense or should I look for another cause.....the saddle perhaps?
> Any help would be greatly appreciated!
> This bike is a bitch to ride right now

Hi< You haven't posted any follow-up, or what the prognosis was with
your problem, and if the problem was solved, and how?

I myself am interested to hear how you made out with this problem?
Hope you've got it solved, Mark d.