Question: For several months I’ve been plagued with “hot feet,” pain in the balls of my feet starting after several thousand-mile months this summer. Maybe that’s too much mileage for a 65-year-old, but I’ve never experienced it before. I’ve changed pedals, put cushioned insoles in my shoes, moved the cleats as far to the rear…
Question: I had a back operation but my physician says riding is fine. But after 20 miles my left foot goes numb. If I get off the bike for a few minutes, the numbness goes away but quickly returns. Strangely, if I’m climbing it doesn’t seem to bother me as much. What gives? — Byron…
Question: My ankles hurt after rides, but I don’t know if it’s due to my pedaling form, lack of stretching or a bike-fit issue. I’ve even thought it could be caused by my Shimano shoe/Look pedal combination. Any ideas? — Jeffrey S. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Cycling can hurt ankles in several places. The pain…
Question: I’ve been riding for 10 years and suffer from chronic saddle sores on my left sit bone. I understand that a leg-length discrepancy can cause sores on the short-leg side. My left leg is about 3/8 inch shorter than my right. I’ve tried many position and equipment changes but nothing has worked. Can you…
Question: I’m 63, average about 100 miles per week and enjoy multiday tours. Recently, I developed pain in the tissue over my right sit bone. On long rides, this varies from discomfort to an actual small sore. My position is good and I’ve tried a number of saddles with no improvement. What do you think?…
