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Functional Symmetry
Hi, Steve. What brought me to your website is wanting a solution for the unbearable pain in the knee because of IT band tightness. I've read all the relevant articles from your blog, and understand…
functunal Pelvic tilt
After thinking my pelvic tilt magnets worked I seem to be back to square 1 My issue is over extending left knee due to peronial nerve damage and other issues with injury to left ITB.…
G8 2600 vs 2620
Hi Steve, replicating the insert between the older and newer G8. The arch position is just a little different. At least a few mm. Front to back difference between set positions. I'll get back to…
G8 arch support too high? How to know…
Steve, as you stated as advice using the g8 insoles. I putted the inserts al, the way back and to the center, starting with no 3 for both sides. I have wide feet with medium…
G8 Ignite vs 2620
Hi Steve, I have a longstanding problem with pain and stiffness in the left knee. I was recently diagnosed by a podiatrist with overpronation and collapsed arches, worse on the left side, which I think…
G8 insoles — enough support under load?
Hi Steve, I'm looking for a product to give my flat/collapsing feet the correct arch support with the aim of getting my kneecap tracking in the right place. I've been getting pain an inflammation after…
G8 performance
Hello Steve, I have a question about the G8's. They seem to be thinner where the ball of the foot meets the sole, I have attached a photo to show what I mean. In effect…
G8 Pro Series 2620 insole widths
Hi Steve, Are you able to let me and anyone else know the widths of these insoles (if you have them in stock) in the forefoot for their various sizes? I currently have 2600 in…
G8 versus SofSole
I've used SofSole because they were more easily available in the U.S.A. and I use the medium ones. Recently I've gotten some G8's to try them out. I noticed the significant difference in arch support.…
G8’s
since the G8's don't have an arch support equal to the black e-soles, couldn't one just use some cork bar tape to increase the height of the arch? G'day Ace, That's correct. Remove the arch…
G8s & Feet
Hi Steve, Just wanted to ask do you fit the G8s in the manner described by David at G8 – putting a minimal arch insert in a forward position – or do you fit them…
Gait Analysis
Several people have suggested I get a "gait analylsis". I read about them on the web. This analysis seems to be for runners. I continue to feel that my spin is blocky; and I may…
Garmin Vector Pedals
Hi Steve, With power meter being so popular these days and starting to be more affordable. What are your thoughts with the vector pedals in terms of their ability to record left right balance and…
Gastroc/Soleus Calf Pain, Heal Instability and Lateral cleat adjustment
Dear Steve, I chanced upon your blog last summer while looking for advice on saddle height after buying a replacement, and since have had a very enjoyable and frustrating bike-fit journey. The old saddle, which…
Gearing – again
G'day Steve - Just came across the old section on gearing and wanted pass on some information to 11-speed users that might be helpful. I live in a rather hilly area (SF Bay), and had…
gel cork handlebar tape to increase black arch
In the section of arch support, you have a gel cork handlebar tape to increase the effective height of the arch. The bottom part is hidden underneath the heel wedge, so I can't tell. Do…
general discomfort, one stiff ankle
Hi Steve, Im 6ft, 80kg. globally quite flexible but quite tight external rotators in both hips more so on the right. I stretch frequently but prone to overdoing it. Recently following Kit Laughlin routine and…
Getting better comfort from a Selle SMP Glider saddle
Hi Steve, I've been using a Selle SMP Glider saddle for a year. What I like most about it is, it seems to rotate my pelvis such that my back, arms and upper body are…
Getting EVEN MORE arch support & setback question
Hi Steve, Couple questions here. I've been using the icebug slims HIGH supports in my Shimano shoes. I have high arches. After reading your article on arch support, it seems, I likely don't have enough…
Getting into bike fit
Hi Steve, As someone who has had numerous bike fits which didn't work, and then used a combination of your site and a lot of 'what feels right?' to get a fit which works I've…
Getting left foot stabilized.
Hello Steve I have followed advice from this site and have stalled in my quest to get my left foot nailed down. I have level 2 arch support (eSole supportive) with two SH heel wedges…
Giro shoes
G'day Steve, I currently ride mid foot with a modified a pair of cheap shimano shoes i bought some time ago. They're knackered and I'm just wondering what manufacturers soles can currently be converted with…
Giro Supernatural footbeds vs. E-soles
Hi Steve, I’ve noticed you give a nod to the Giro shoes for the favourable cleat mounting position. I was wondering what your thoughts were on their insoles? http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/cycling-shoes/sn-footbed.html We have picked the brand up…
Glute Activation
Hi Steve, I want to activate my Glutes and have them working more on the bike. I get muscle soreness in the Quads but never in the Glutes. Physiologically its visually evident that there is…
glute activation
Steve Have had difficulty for some time and would appreciate your guidance. I remain fairly dysfunctional with tight hip flexors and poor low back mobility with average hamstring flexability. I have spent alot of time…