Re: SPD Agony!

Roger Zoul wrote:

> This problem is known as hot foot.

> I think others have given you good info.

> The thing about shoes (and any bike equipment for that matter) is
> your never go off on a tour (where the miles increase a lot) without
> having thoroughly tested the equipment under the expected
> conditions (or as close as possible) - including mileage and
> temperature.

> Hot foot problems increase as the temps go up.

> Sounds as if the shoes are ill-fitting and the cleats are not
> position far enough toward your heals.

> Taking some Tylenol can be a big help once the problems start.
> Otherwise, you just have to stop and get the pressure off the nerves
> in your feet.

> Oh, the position on your feet (high relatively to your butt) on a
> trike can result in circulation problems for some people.  This is
> typically not an issue on an upright.  You may be one of those
> people.

Hot foot increases with age as circulation to extremities diminishes.
If susceptible, making sure the foot rises (or fully unloads) the sole
intermittently while pedaling to increase circulation.

Jobst Brandt