Saddle sore no more: How the right saddle can transform your ride
Probably one of the biggest culprits I see that causes injuries for my clients is cleat setup.
Did you know that even a 5mm misalignment on your bike can lead to serious discomfort and injury?
Many factors influence your cleat setup, including leg and foot length, alignment, riding style, and the distances you typically ride (and race).
Why Cleat Setup Matters
Improper cleat placement can lead to various injuries such as knee, foot, and back pain.
Compared to the correct cleat position which gives you more power transfer and a more efficient pedal stroke. Also, a well-adjusted cleat position means much less discomfort and fatigue on your long rides.
So you can ride stronger for longer (which we all want, right?).
Factors Affecting Cleat Position
Your feet are unique. The shape and structure of your feet can influence the ideal cleat position. Broad, thin, flat, high – everything affects your riding style and cleat position.
Your riding position and type of bike will affect your cleat position. Mountainbike vs gravel vs road bike, racing vs touring, triathlon vs track. All of these make a difference that most people don’t think about.
Don’t think about your bike setup as a simple one-dimensional thing. The quality of your cycling, and your enjoyment of it depends on you and your bike working together as fluid and efficiently as possible. This is where a proper cleat fitting session comes in.
Our fitting analyses your unique biomechanics and riding style to determine the perfect cleat position for you. We’ll consider factors like:
Don’t let poor cleat placement hold you back. Book your cleat setup appointment today and experience the difference.
See you on the road
Ruan