I have my cleats as far back, and as far inward as I can get them, putting my foot as far forward, and outward on the pedals, as they will go, for this very reason. With my cleats where the fitter put them, I could barely make 20 miles without some excruciating pain. I’ve also tried different insoles, and toe spreader inserts. Over tight shoes shoes destroy rides and runs real fast. Now I don’t smoke my shoes tight, and can ride any distance I want. I’ve also got skinny old bowed legs, putting a lot of pressure on the outside of my foot. Just this spring, I put pedal extenders on my bike. This gives me a straighter shot at the pedals, and is showing promise.

It’s funny, as I’ve been told not to mess with cleat position, or I’ll blow up my knees, or loose efficiency or whatever. Screw that, I want some comfort. And then recently I’ve seen some folks mentioning triathletes moving their cleats back, to save their calves for the run.

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