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Off Balance when hands off the handlebars only on one bike
I have 2 bikes and on one bike, I can ride with no hands and can control it well. I can even ride the rollers with no hands. The bike is a Specialized Roubaix, has…
old campagnolo 10 speed hoods versus new 11 speed hoods
Hi Steve I noticed in your post "What Steve Rides" that the first picture of your seven bike you have the old style campy hoods. On the next picture where you are on the trainer…
On bike pelvic stability
Hi Steve, I have seen some mention of this on your site but wanted to dive in again to see if you had more recent thoughts on it or additional input. My question regards rider's…
On the Bike Postural Observations
G'day Steve, I hope you are well. I have been meaning to ask about this for a wee while now so here goes.. I have had two clients now (both of which came to me…
One more question about shoes
Hello Steve. First off, I'd like to thank you for putting this site together and compiling all of this information. Cheers! I have been riding in a pair of NorthWave, Extreme Tech shoes for the…
One numb hand
Hi Steve, Over the last few months I have developed a problem with just my right hand going slightly numb mid-ride. the only thing I have changed in recent memory is moviing my saddle forward…
One of your problem children
Hi Steve :), I have only seen you once back at River City Cycles in 1998-1999. Recap on me, I have a right leg discrepancy of around 14-15mm I say around as one xray I…
One sided hip flexor issue
Hi Steve I've been cycling competitively for a number of years, I now mainly focus on time trials (Im in the UK). On the TT bike my fit is pretty good - Im comfortable and…
One sided leg fatigue
Hi Steve I'm an amateur cyclist from New Zealand currently in racing in Belgium and I'm having some problems with my left leg fatiguing much faster and much worse than my right. This happens in…
One-sided lower back pain
Hi Steve, I'm a 21 (6'4", 77kg) year old college student and have been riding bikes for about 7 years. This past year, however, I've committed myself to a higher training volume and have been…
Ongoing lower back issues (L5/S1) – any advice?
Hi all, I was just wondering if anyone who is a member of Steve's website has experienced this type of injury and has any advice or if any of the health professionals who contribute may…
Osymetric
Hi Steve, we spoke over the email but as you suggested I will in the future ask any questions I have here so it may benefit the community and not just me. I was wondering,…
Outer ankle pain
Steve, I've had this problem before, but never found a solution really. Nothing has changed with my fit in the past month and its been given the OK by Tim, but there is one issue…
Overall uncomfortable on the bike
Hi Steve, I am hoping you can help as you are my last resort before I hang up my cycling shoes for good. I've followed and purchased a few of your products including; insoles, shims…
Overdoing foot correction?
Hi Steve, I was wondering what the effects of overdoing foot correction would be, and what the indicators might be? I think I have seen you say that too much arch support is better than…
Overpronation and knee pain on the bike
Hi Steve, In 10 days my girlfriend and I will take a few days off work and go skiing. We invited my younger sister, she's 12 years old. My parents where happy to let her…
P1 pedals vs speedplay
Hello! First things first: awesome website/blog!!! So much useful information. Steve what are your thoughts on the Powertap P1 pedals? I'm in the market for a new powermeter. I love the idea of being able…
P1 stack height
Thank you Steve for your response regarding speedplays vs P1's. For some reason I am unable to comment on my original post. I forgot to ask what are your thoughts regarding the additional stack height…
Pacenti rims
Hi Steve, I know you are a fan of HED Ardennes Plus rims (and I assume their own wheelsets), but have you had any experience with Pacenti rims? I did a quick search on this…
Pain Behind Patellas after Bike Fit
Hi Steve, I’ve been serious about road cycling for about 18 months, and MTB for years before that and I’ve been admiring you work for some time after watch “Sitting Pretty” countless times, and reading…
Pain fibular head both sides
Steve Has been some time since I have needed you. But need some guidance. I have developed pain at the fibular head on my high outer calf both sides but worse on the right. Yes…
Pain in left hip adductor/ groin area on Specialized Shiv
Hi Steve, I am in Greenville, SC training for Ironman Arizona this November. I ride a Triestina Wilier Gran Turismo with no issues but have never made a proper transition to a tri bike. I…
Pain in the knee after bike fit
Hello Steve, I am a neophyte in the world of cycling after some 10 years of not riding a bike. After much "Googleing" I happened across your website which was most interesting and a compelling…
pain in the neck between shoulder blade
Hi steve, I am really happy to subscribe to your site. I am 173cm riding Madone 6.9 2011 bike with stack 55.5 and reach of 39.5. size 56 H1 geometry with 14cm head tube length…
Pain in the sit bones
I have recently started a training plan which involves a lot of seated turbo work. The problem is that the discomfort in my sit bones builds and builds until after 50 mins its becomes unbearable…