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25Jul 18

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…

06May 13

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…

08Aug 16

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…

30Oct 20

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…

16Nov 17

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…

11Oct 13

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…

02Feb 18

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…

04Apr 16

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…

05Jul 19

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…

17Feb 13

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…

18Jul 14

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…

22Jul 13

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…

06Jun 14

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…

18Feb 14

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…

17Feb 13

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…

16Oct 19

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…

26May 20

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…

17Aug 14

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…

03Mar 12

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…

02Apr 13

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…

26Jan 12

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…

21Jul 12

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…

27Apr 15

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…

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