Bike Fit Question - Leg Length Discrepancy
I read about the American Classic seatpost, which allows the head to be tipped slightly to either side to help correct leg-length inequalities without shimming shoe cleats. Since I have a ~1 inch leg length discrepancy that I've addressed in the past by shimming cleats, this approach is very interesting to me.
But then I got to thinking -- is it a good idea to address this issue by tilting your saddle laterally towards your short leg's side? While this may address the leg length discrepancy, wouldn't it cause issues in your low back? Or your neck & shoulders if you're riding off to the side?
Has anyone tried this approach?
Also, does anyone know how far you can tip the seatpost? 2mm? 5mm?
Finally, does anyone know if there's an issue with using an aluminum seatpost in a carbon frame?
Thanks in advance for any insight you can offer.
-- Melissa
Update: Talked to Tom Slocum
I know, what took me so long to call Tom Slocum at High Sierra Cycles? Perhaps some of you don't know this, but I am a Professional Procrastinator. :rolleyes:
Anyway...I called Tom this morning to see if his setup would help me. First of all, Tom's a really nice guy! I was a little leery of calling someone who helps world-class cyclists, since I'm a recreational cyclist. I shouldn't have been so leery. Secondly, Tom says 'Hi' to Eileen (Triskeliongirl.)
Here's what we plan to do:
1. He'll call me tomorrow and do a more in depth interview with me.
2. I'll have video taken of me riding on the trainer -- from the front, back, and both sides.
3. From the video, he'll analyze my pedaling, take some measurements, and send me an adjustable crankset.
4. I'll ride with the adjustable crankset for about 100 miles and give him feedback. We'll tweak the adjustable crank set as necessary.
5. After I think the adjustable crankset is "dialed in," I'll either send him another video or go to his shop so he can re-analyze.
6. He'll make a custom crankset, and I'll live happily ever after. Or at least I'll be more comfortable when biking long distances. ;)
-- Melissa