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23 minutes ago, DieselnDust said:then you want to go and see a specialist
In your view would that be a podiatrist, orthopaedic or something different altogether?
7 minutes ago, DieselnDust said:sorry inward cant is pronate
outward cant is supinate
Mine pronate a lot to the point that it can be noticed easily which further exaggerates my "kiss madolo", which literally translates to kissing knees.
11 minutes ago, Frosty said:I would recommend a bike fit to everyone I engage with, purely because what feels comfortable/normal isn't necessarily the best position on the bike.
I think this has always been my situation and they say the body is good at adjusting to less ideal positions until it cannot compensate any longer. So, what may have been a close position may no longer be the case after the injury as my body's capacity to compensate may have diminished.
So, what I have gathered so far is that needing a bike fit is a relative experience but necessary in my situation. So, I will start by consulting a bike fitter and take it from there.
22 minutes ago, ChrisF said:An extra thought .... it is possible your setup is close, and the injuries are unrelated. Either way, do consider a few sessions with a biokineticist. The benefits of core strength and related exercises are massive for your cycling, over and above the obvious benefits of protecting the injuries.
My fit was quite close, not perfect but close enough. The injury occurred of the bike and has complicated issues on the bike. The bio also noted that I have weak hamstrings which may indicate that I mostly use my quads when cycling. I typically need a high saddle and short reach (I have the body of a T-rex)
25 minutes ago, Dexter-morgan said:if you want to test something try "myvellofit", they have a free option.
It's a great platform. After using it confirmed that my fit was close.
24 minutes ago, DieselnDust said:Knock knees and flat feet may be related. Do your feet supinate as well? (Inward cant of the ankle)
They roll inward (not sure if its supernate or pronate)
25 minutes ago, DieselnDust said:Some of this can be corrected with orthotics but others may be a muscle development issue that will require assistance from a biokineticist or physiotherapist. I think the advice to have yourself checked by a bike fitter is the first step but it sounds to me like you need referral to a specialist
I saw a Bio and they gave me an exercise recovery plan which has helped significantly. I have a follow-up in a few weeks.
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10 minutes ago, The Ouzo said:for a podiatrist go and visit Michael Els at Morningside Clinic
I also have flat feet, never thought I needed corrective soles for cycling, but I was there getting soles made for my daughter and was chatting to Michael, he knows his stuff, made me a set of narrow soles specific for cycling.
Thanks for the recommendation.
2 minutes ago, Jbr said:I did my first bike fit not so long ago, only change was moving the saddle 1mm forward 😋
For people who do lots of hours without issues, I wouldn't recommend spending the money and making the time (it takes a while). If you do feel pain while riding then yes, let a professionnal have a look
That was my stance initially because I did lots of mileage with no niggles. Till I kicked a bloody ball around at work for a few minutes and all hell broke loose. I used to be a basketball and football player till I had issues with my knees.
So I need to dial my feet, so I don't re-aggravate what is a recovering injury. The bio said I can ride on the trainer, but I don't trust my fit anymore for some weird reason.
3 minutes ago, Dappere said:From my experience, a good bike fitter is their weight worth in gold. You need to take into consideration that you need to work with a bike fitter to get the best position on the bike for you. You might need to go back to the bike fitter for adjustments after riding the position they put you in to adjust.
A good bike fitter will do their base consult to understand your body's constraints and fit you on a bike accordingly. Should they notice something they can't assist with, or need a specialist opinion - they should inform you of that and recommend someone to see. Like yourself, I have flat feet and the bike fitter I used recommended certain insoles and recommended a place where I can go. After I received the insoles, I had another session with the bike fitter to relook at my position with the insoles.
I would say, go to a bike fitter and take it from there.
Thanks for the input, the process flow you suggest makes sense. I know Northcliff have the exact approach to bike fits, they don't reach into your pocket every time you need to tweak something in the fit. With that said it seems the "general consensus" on the hub is that Richard is in fact worth his weight in gold as you put it. I just need to get clarity on how frequently he may need to reach into my pocket.
Like "many" cyclists I have never had a professional bike fit. On my part mostly due to being stingy if I am being honest but GCN telling me I can do it on my own didn't help either. I have been riding for 2 years now in the same position with no issues, but at the back of my mind, I was flirting with the idea of getting one. I always felt that I was leaving some power and comfort on the table and felt a bike fit would help in this regard.
After suffering an injury (off the bike) and getting a professional assessment by a Biokineticist I am now rehabbing what he called patellar chondromalacia. This has led me to accept that I desperately need a bike fit. I have narrowed my bike fit options to Richard Baxter, Cycle Fit and North Cliff Cycles.
Which brings me to the point of this thread.
Is a bike fitter enough or should I also consult with a podiatrist?
I have extremely flat feet, knocked knees and duck "feet" the trifactor of bad posture. On top of that, I was once told that I have a leg length discrepancy, extremely tight hamstrings.
Crappy route borderline unsafe. But definitely one of the most exciting races I have watched. I have goosebumps and chills. Go MVDP!!
1 hour ago, Holmsie said:Hi all,
Apologies if I've posted in the wrong place.
I'm desperately searching for the above. I've had no luck, locally, thus far.
Anybody that might have some ideas or contacts that I can follow up with?
Cheers
Craig
Hi Craig
Specialized has an alloy drop handlebar they market for ladies. It comes in 360mm and 380mm and from my search a few months ago two places may have stock—Cycles Direct in Cape Town and Coimbra Cycles in Gqeberha.
4 hours ago, MarcW said:I haven't been as lucky in my experience, can't really fault boa for this. Seems my package went to the ol' trusty SAPO instead of coming via a courier. I've tried calling them (lol) and tracking via their online portal (bigger lol), anyone know a trick?
The same thing happened with mine.
1 hour ago, Nico van Loggerenberg said:ICG is probably an easy group to start out with and will show you most of the commonly used routes.
I can also recommend ICG. I moved up here a few months ago and mostly rode alone. I tried different groups, but nothing really stuck till I found ICG. They are a cool bunch of people who prioritise safety and don't litter when riding.
3 hours ago, Rachmaninoff said:Are there any roadie group rides around there? Or groups that do a spot of gravel riding over weekends?
They also have rides during the week and a long group ride every Saturday. They also do a gravel group ride occasionally.
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30 minutes ago, fanievb said:Have you ever been to Mthata?
I consider myself as somewhat of an expert on any discourse concerning Mthatha, I was born and grew up there. It's a good thing the passenger did not get out or he would have been promptly introduced to that sharp object that was in use.
A lot of people don't know that passing through the CBD is a definite no no. There is always bumper to bumper traffic that basically makes you a sitting duck if you have any valuables in your car. There is a bypass that allows you to skip all that mess and also save a lot if time. Bikes or not, I never drive through the CBD when I go back home.
1 hour ago, Phạm Tô said:I have read a few articles on stage races such as Joberg2C and The Epic and noticed that you should have a pre-race drink for breakfast. What is a pre-race drink ? I'm assuming a high carb shake from Evox or USN etc.
Standard disclaimer: My humble opinion is based on my experience.
My approach is simple. What I drink when training is what I drink before a race and during a race. With that said I have used a lot of products as I like to switch things up and not use the same product for too long. I have used Biogen Cytogen and Carbogen, USN Cyto power, Maurten, Powerbar, and Sugar water (with an electrolyte tab and lemon juice).
In as much as a prerace drink is beneficial, I think your actual breakfast is more important as sports drinks are typically high on the GI index whereas single-ingredient foods are normally low. So I eat a huge breakfast 2-3 hours before a race and dispose of the waste thoroughly before starting the race.
But if The Ouzo's approach appeals to you, I would highly recommend the following, especially in this cold weather.
15 hours ago, Kyle_Hanger said:The DMT KR3 looks rather nice also but it is a single BOA dial. speak with @Wyatt Earp about their offer and then compare prices, stiffness and then take it from there. I never knew DMT made such a nice looking pair of road shoes. All 3 pairs certainly look the part
I definitely wouldn't buy a single boa dial shoe (at least not one without a Velcro strap at the bottom) as it significantly limits adjustments. Maybe I am cheap, but I wouldn't be willing to be separated with 6k on any kind of shoe.
So, I will exhaust all possible leads on the 701 and settle for a 702 if all of them are dead ends. Thanks for all the information.
2 hours ago, Wyatt Earp said:If you are keen, I can get you the RC 702’s in white.
45 narrow or wide.
Could also possibly do a deal on DMT KR3
I will send you a DM so you can provide more information,
1 hour ago, Kyle_Hanger said:If you cant get the 701 the 702 does also look rather nice just not completely white
I currently own a pair of 701's and I will be honest, I am quite emotionally attached to them. So perhaps it's time to let go and try something more up-to-date like the 702.
1 hour ago, Kyle_Hanger said:never heard of crank evolutions
They have a website, google maps address page and all but I know that doesn't mean jack in today's world.
Good day
Does anyone know where I can find a a pair of the Shimano RC701 White in size 45 wide, preferably close to Johannesburg?
I know some shops don't list old stock on their websites and some shops don't have detailed websites that even list products. I also know there is a new RC702 but I just don't like it and I also feel it's a bit overpriced currently.
I would appreciate any leads.
Hi
So this comment is based on my experience so please take it with a pinch of salt. Cycling is not really a cheap sport (but that's all relative) and it can even be more expensive when you have little experience and knowledge. Mistakes can be costly.
I'm sure other more experienced hubbers will provide some guidance as well. There will be some trial and error but with accurate info you can keep the cost of those errors relatively low.
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Hi
I have both the short sleeve and long sleeve Ciovita baselayers in 2xl and they fit nice and snug just like I want them. For reference, I also wear 2xl in their racefit jerseys as well. Downsizing might not be a good idea but I stand to be corrected. If fitting one is logistically not practical they are quite cool with exchanges.
Thanks for all the recommendations they are much appreciated.
4 hours ago, Thomo said:Now that's an offer one cannot refuse.
I also like the idea of doing things myself but as OP also alluded to, it can be dangerous. LOL (without a knowledgeable person alongside)
The other issue sometimes experienced is not having the appropriate tools.
Enjoy experience Ncayi.
Props to RobertWhitehead.!!
In my case, I have neither the tools nor the experience. But I am glad to say I can at least index my gears and that's about it. So, I always like to defer to people who know what they are doing as I expect in my own field of expertise.
So I intend to make full use of Robert's offer and I will probably learn a few things.
2 minutes ago, RobertWhitehead said:It is mainly for my wife but now that you mention it, I am keen to try the apple 😁
I'll send you a DM in a bit.
3 hours ago, Ozzie NL said:I assume that is if you do not buy a replacement frame from them?
After the hearing the figure I smoothly withdrew from the conversation without asking any further questions.
2 hours ago, Eugene said:Do it yourself.
It is very rewarding. Lots of YouTube vids.
What ever you can't do (don't have the right tool etc), can go to a bike shop.
I just did one recently, took about an hour. I didn't have a tool for the BB. Bike shop removed it and tightened it on the new frame. Cost me R50
I would royally mess it up and be back here asking about how to repair a cracked frame in no time.
1 hour ago, RobertWhitehead said:Bring a six pack of "flying fish" and I will do it for you whilst you learn
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Pressed lemon or apple?
30 minutes ago, Ozzie NL said:BMC???
I meant Bicycle Service Company but for some reason, I messed up the abbreviation. They charge like R1200 for a strip and build.
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Is a Bike Fitter Enough?
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I have realised that. I have not been doing anything else apart from just riding the bike which in hindsight I realise was a mistake. I am not the most flexible chap, but I now have a plan for that, and I will also be doing some of the bike strength work. I am also dialling in my nutrition with a nutritionist to ease the load my joints have to endure. Luckily age is still on my side so I have some time to sort things out.
I have heard good things about Dr Swart but getting to Cape Town would be a logistical nightmare at the moment.