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08Oct 13

sore vmo

Hi Steve I have been following the site for quite awhile and have used a lot of your methods to help myself and my riding. I currently use speed play zeros with the plate (…

16Jan 13

Spatial Awareness

Steve, I have recently received upper cervical chiropractic adjustments (Are you aware of this treatment?). These have helped me get back to some better lower body health by getting the pelvis more symmetric, however the…

10Sep 21

SPD MTB wedges

My first question is regarding SPD MTB cleats and using the wedges with those. The reason wedges work on road cleats is because the wedged cleats are the platform the pedal rests against. However, with…

22Apr 13

SPD-sl shims work with Look Keo cleats/pedals?

Dear Steve, I just have a quick question regarding the Shimano SPD-SL shims and whether there would be any issues using them with Look Keo cleats and pedals. I have tried mounting a Look Keo…

31Dec 15

SPD-SL vs Speedplay ( Coming from SPD)

Hi Steve, Currently I use SPD MTB pedals and love the ease of entry/exit. Additionally they were fitted with the Retul fit, which to date I have had no issues other than my right heel…

16May 15

Specialized road shoes with Varus Tilt

Hi Steve, Most (all) Specialized shoes now include 1.5 degrees of varus tilt. Specialized claims that 87% of people need this. I wonder what your position is on this and how does one know if…

27Apr 15

Specialized Romin setup

G'day Steve, I've recently changed saddles from a Selle Italia SLR Flow to a Specialised Romin, which I am finding is suiting me better as it allows me to rotate my pelvis forward more easily.…

02Apr 12

Specialized Sworks Sizing VS Shimano R315 Shoes

Hi Steve, I have been using Specialized S Works Road shoes for a couple of seasons and am going to order some Shimano R315 shoes and I was wondering if you have any experience with…

08Jul 17

Speedplay losing grease

Hi Steve, have you ever run across a parameter of bike fit that causes a rider to lose almost all the grease in one side of a speedplay zero pedal in one ride? Thanks as…

09Dec 11

Speedplay Pedals/Shoes

Hi Steve, I've been using Speedplay pedals with LakeCX401 shoes now for over 18months, only trouble is the shoes are now pretty much worn out. I like this combination, the shoes are comfortable and I…

24Jun 21

Speedplay screw size and length

Hey Steve, as per the subject title, would need your advice on the screw size and length for Speedplay cleats. Fyi, I'm using the aero walkable cleats. Cleat Screw I picked up from another one…

12Nov 13

Speedplay specific shoes & fore/aft adjustment

Hi Steve, I'm currently using Giro Factor road shoes with the Speedplay fore-aft adapter. Based on your advice I've settled on G8 insoles with the 30mm arch support, 1 heel wedge in each shoe and…

30May 12

Speedplay spindle recommendation

Hi Steve, I would like to get your thoughts before I purchase a pair of Speedplay pedals. I've been a long-term user of Shimano SPD-SL pedals. But, Speedplay seems to offer a lower stack height…

14Jan 18

Speedplay technical questions

Hi Steve, From working on my cleat position, I seem to have stripped the threads on one of the cleat mounting holes of my speedplay extender plate. The other 3 are fine, but the fourth…

10May 17

Speedplay Walkable Cleats

G'day Steve, I hope you are well! Just a wee quick question... What screws are you using for the new walkable cleats when shimming Speedplay? I'm out of the older Speedplay pedals now and have…

10Dec 12

Speedplay Zero – Out of Float

Hi Steve, I recently switched to Speedplay Zeros and having read a few of your posts on correct clear set up, I'm finding that even with the full 15 degrees float, I still have no…

03Sep 14

Stance

Hello Steve, I had some problems I corrected by myself with wedges but I noticed that my feet are at uneven stance. This problem appeared last summer when I changed shoes and pedals: Speedplay Zero…

24Sep 12

Stance width

Hi Steve, I have a question about different stance widths for each foot. I think it is safe to assume that you are plenty familiar with my cycling related issues so I will keep it…

28May 12

stance width correction frequency

Hi Steve in your work how often do you find you have to add spacers to increase stance width for your clients and if so is there a side bias? ie do you find that…

11Sep 13

Standard frames, bar drop and stems

Hi Steve, As someone who sees 100's of different road bike frames, how often do you find that you can't get the handlebars high enough on standard forks/frames using normal stems? And when you can't,…

14Jun 13

Standing Up With Power & Confidence

I am a 59 male that has a total knee replacement on left leg and a torn patellar tendon on the right. Both injuries are fine but I have problem when I stand up on…

24May 12

Standing up: better?

Hello Steve I have recently read this, and I'd like to know your take on it. "This is why I am an advocate for standing up more to pedal because it forces the knee and…

03May 13

stem length

Steve, I was wondering if you have any tips on choosing the correct stem length? Personally I can cope with a wide range am having a difficult time selecting the right one. I like shorter…

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