ReverendNewman
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Ugh! How would that even happen?@Frank don't be like this guy
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Sorry @moose35
Buy a set of these, they are cheap.
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Ugh! How would that even happen?@Frank don't be like this guy
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Sorry @moose35
Buy a set of these, they are cheap.
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I've been riding for many years and always used spd pedals, even when I raced dh in the early 2000's, but recent events have me wondering if I've been doing myself wrong. I tried running flats but never felt love for them, especially on sketchy, technical sections where I was happy to be clipped in so I didn't have to worry about coming off the pedals. Over the last 5 years I've been experiencing swelling issues in my feet and after x-rays from a podiatrist, it turns out that I have arthritis in my big toe joints which flare up from time to time. A friend had told me to get rid of my "clown shoes" for a couple of years now and I have been hesitant as I never thought the two were related, but a link to a web-site got me thinking. I have size 13 (48) feet and always put a lot of pedal pressure on the balls of my feet and that's where the pain usually starts after a big ride.
And now my question is....
I will add that I ordered a pair of the Catalyst pedals as they have a larger platform and will hopefully support my foot better.
- Does anyone else have the same type of arthritis issue?
- How do you treat it?
- Has anyone switched to flats as a result of foot issues?
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks,
Frank
Ugh! How would that even happen?
At this point, they are taking the pressure of an area that is sensitive to me.......so for me it's a win. I would think that the bigger your feet are, the more pressure you are putting on your ankle to pedal especially when out of the saddle. I can only say that after a few rides I do feel different muscles being used, as to whether it's an overall improvement remains to be seen. You are most welcome to throw a leg over the fatty any time you'd like.I'm curious as to how those are going to feel, in terms of your perception of pedaling power.
They "take stress off of the ankle joint" by limiting the flexion/extension of the ankle joint, which I assume will impact the role of your calf muscles in turning the pedals.
That's what she said.You are most welcome to throw a leg over the fatty any time you'd like.
I would think that the bigger your feet are, the more pressure you are putting on your ankle to pedal especially when out of the saddle. I can only say that after a few rides I do feel different muscles being used, as to whether it's an overall improvement remains to be seen.
Yes Ed, I like these pedals so much that I bought a second pair for my Turner. I really like the additional support that these pedals give and I have had zero pain in my feet from riding. Flat pedals alone helped, but I had to move my feet around a lot. With the Catalyst pedals, I can keep my feet in the same position with total comfort. By moving my feet forward, and dropping my saddle a few centimeters, I have noticed a different group of leg muscles being used than with the traditional clip in set up. I also using a harder gear now with no pain in my knees and feet, and I've noticed my hamstrings don't seem as tight. For the first week or two, I noticed that my hips were a little sore after a ride, but now that has now gone away. I still have to relearn a few things, like log-overs but have done well with bunny hops, and I'm transitioning to flat pedals nicely.Any more updates on the pedals Frank?
I personally never got anything outta clipless pedals except bad falls. Yeah, I understand the efficiency of them etc. But my kinda riding these days I prefer flats. U don't have to think ahead when u start to fall, u just have to put ur foot down. LOL
I was going to look at the Hope's but those are pretty harsh looking compared to my flatsSee mini-daggers below. I've gotten plenty of dings/cuts but nothing like that pic above
I was going to look at the Hope's but those are pretty harsh looking compared to my flats
they also look pretty thick, do you find yourself getting pedal strikes in tech areas?