Wrist and foot pain

[slinkedog]

I've been working really hard at keeping my shoulders and elbows relaxed while I ride and changing hand positions frequently, but I'm still having some wrist pain in my left wrist. I'm also getting a cramp on the outside of my left foot while I ride. I have SPD pedals that are about as loose as they can go, so I'm moving my foot around as much as possible. Any suggestions?

[sarahfixit]

I have recurrent carpal tunnel so I hear ya. Brake lever angle and reach are really important, not too high and not to low. The lever should run a straight line along your forearm.
Seat angle and fore/aft is big too. The seat being too far back or tilted forward will cause your hands to take a lot more load. The other side effect of a seat too far back is your arms can't bend comfortably.
I hope that helped:)

[sarahfixit]

On the leg strain, It sounds a bit like a high seat. That would cause you to be reaching for the pedal, thus straining the tendon which goes through your feet.

[annie]

Sarah -

Love your handle! Can you really fix anything on a bike? Wish I could say that..........

Slinke -

Your cleat position on the shoe could be causing the problem with your foot. You might want to try some adjustments there and see if it helps. Good luck.

annie

[sarahfixit]

Thanks, I'm just doin what I like. Almost ready to get my aircraft wrench liscence:D

Anything to help.