Foot pain
We turn the pedals thousands of times every ride — so even the slightest issue with foot position, shoe size or cleat position can cause significant problems.
Cleat position
Cleat position greatly affects where power transfers through your foot. Certain positions put unnecessary stress through parts of the foot and lead to pain or injury. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common issues we see — the plantar fascia inflames when overworked through repetitive movement, usually causing a deep burning pain under the sole.
You can also get “hot-spots” from a poor cleat set-up: a burning sensation in a very specific area, usually from compression of the nerves between the metatarsals.
Shoes and insoles
As the main support for your feet, the right shoe and insole combination is vital. The vast majority of cyclists ride in ill-fitting shoes — sometimes without knowing until injury starts. Shoe width tends to be the biggest problem: cycling shoes are generally very narrow, compressing the foot and causing pain and inefficiency.
Stock insoles that come in cycling shoes are simply not fit for purpose — they give little support and no platform to put power into the pedals. We spend a lot of time assessing your feet to determine which shoes and insoles are right for you.
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