1. • CommentAuthorstevep40
   • CommentTimeFeb 29th 2008

    
   I have started to get sore feet on rides that go over 70 miles. The soreness is right where my cleats are and it feels like pressure building up which can be released by undoing my shoes(not loosening them but undoing them).
   
   I have tried look cleats and SPD cleats with both types I have tried different pedals. With the SPD cleats I have tried the platform type so I can spread the load. I have tied different shoes sizes and widths with both types of cleats but none of it helps.
   
   The problem has only started in the last twelve months or so but I have been riding for years. I also do a bit of running but that doesn't hurt them either.
   
   If anyone has any suggestions I would be grateful.
2. • CommentAuthororbea07
   • CommentTimeMar 11th 2008

    
   If your feet are sore then it's most likely poor circulation, your position is off or you are pushing down on your pedals too much.
   
   Poor circulation could be because of wearing long pants or heavy socks. It's tough not to do this in cold weather riding. But if you can lighten up on the clothes then that might help the circulation. Loosen your shoes one click as well and make sure you have some float in your pedals.
   
   Make sure you stretch during the ride. If you tighten up in your hamstrings and quads that can effect the circulation to your feet. Sometimes on 50+ mile rides you just have to get off the bike and stretch for a few minutes.
   
   I usually only get sore feet if I climb a lot on a long ride. I find that concentrating on keeping my feet over the pedals and not pushing down hard helps. Don't point your toes either. Try to keep your feet with just a slight angle. If you cannot do this then your saddle might be a bit too high.
   
   Make sure your knee is right over the pedal and is not going to over. If your knee is too far forward that might put too much pressure on your foot.
   
   Drink. Every 15 minutes take 5 oz or more in. During cold weather you can dehydrate more than in hot weather and it's not from sweating. You will loose more water breathing in cold (dry) weather than in hot (humid) weather. The more you loose the worse you will feel all over. I always dehydrate more in the winter than in the summer and I drink at least 20 oz more on a 50-60 mile ride.
3. • CommentAuthordmacmurc
   • CommentTimeMar 12th 2008

    
   I spent some time and money with a bike fitter recently, and along with shimming my cleats and making some other adjustments, he moved my cleats about 1 cm back on my shoes. Other people have told me this helps, so you might give it a try. In my case hot spots were not a constant problem, but I did sometimes experience them, and I haven't since the adjustments were made.
4. • CommentAuthorstevep40
   • CommentTimeMar 23rd 2008

    
   Thanks, although I have moved my cleats I haven't moved them back so I will try this.
5. • CommentAuthoryoyoyasko
   • CommentTimeApr 17th 2008 edited

    
   I have feet issues with biking too. It started over a year ago. Curious: Have you been standing pedaling a lot more than usual? I believe that's what triggered my foot problem.
   
   I'm not an extreme cyclist, but I do try to bike 2,000 miles per year. For instance, in 2006, I biked 2000 and in 2007, I biked 1700. Though I'd like to stand pedal (especially on hills), I've been biking without standing as-much-as-possible.
   
   A visit to the foot doctor told me that I have what they call "sesamoiditis", which is basically a painful inflammation surrounding the ball of my foot. For more info: http://www.footphysicians.com/footankleinfo/Sesamoid_Injuries.htm
   
   For now, I put metatarsal pad inserts in my cycling shoes. http://bracesupport.com/lynco/lynco405.htm (I'm including this link just to give you a picture of what I described.) Let me know if you've learned anything new (e.g. cleat position, shoe type). I'd be interested. -yoyo
6. • CommentAuthorstevep40
   • CommentTimeMay 3rd 2008

    
   Thank yoyo,
   I've just got back to reading this but I will have alook at the sites tonight.
   
   I do ride a fair bit stood up but I don't think it's much more than anyone else although you never know.
   
   I've not found out anything else and have just got back from a 90 mile ride and from 80 onwards my feet have got sore again so any suggestions are help. I will write back if anything helps.
   
   Again thanks for the ideas, Steve

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