Feet Archives - The Steve Hogg Bike Fitting Team

THE CASE FOR FOOT CORRECTION – A Summary

I've had several requests for a concise, simplified overview of why foot correction is necessary for the majority of cyclists. So here it is.

REINTRODUCING THE HEEL WEDGE

September 25, 2013
Steve Hogg
Bike Fit, Feet

Heel Wedges are the biggest single selling item in the store, and we thought it was time to reintroduce them. So why a heel wedge and not a cleat wedge? Here are the pros and cons as I see them:…

Many riders have experienced "Hot Foot" at one time or another... In this post, Steve explores the mechanical and functional causes of hot foot and offers general solutions. Relief to riding with foot pain may be a click away!

ARCH SUPPORT: Sidas 3Feet Slims vs G8 2620s

January 28, 2013
Steve Hogg
Bike Fit, Feet

In terms of cycling foot correction, quality arch support trumps everything else. Wedging and shimming should be attempted as necessary after quality arch support is in place. For more about this, please see Foot Correction Part 1: Arch Support. There is plenty…

INTERESTING FIT PROBLEM No. 4: FOOT CORRECTION METHOD UPDATE and warning about FFMD readings

Steve and his newest trainee discover two bike fitting firsts for Steve during one fit session.

FOOT CORRECTION METHOD: How to go about it

It is possible to arrive at quality foot correction if you are attentive to your body's signals and methodical in your approach, and this post will help you get to that point of good foot correction.

INTERESTING FIT PROBLEM No. 3

A childhood accident leaves a rider with handicap but not without passion. Steve finds a fit client who's issues looked to be challenging, but the client's dedication to live his life made the fit straight forward for Steve.

FUNCTIONAL SYMMETRY, LEG LENGTH DIFFERENCES AND A WHOLE LOT MORE: Part 1: Introduction / Functional Challenges

Updated: The wait is finally over! Steve's long-awaited post exploring how to properly function on the bike is here. At now over 14,000 words, 22 illustrations and 8 video clips, he's made up for lost time by finishing his longest post to date. It's almost four posts in one!