my poor tootsies

[ayermail2]

If you are using clipless pedals, have you tried moving the cleat back a little? maybe a half inch or less so that the pedal axle is just behind the ball of your foot rather than directly under it...

Until I read this in Ned Overend's mountain biking book, I too thought I was tying my shoes too tight, but then I tried it. Found that I only had to move the left cleat (guess I'm a little lopsided ). Can't believe the difference!

PS - getting ready for my first century November 9th; I remember how painful it was in June on 70+ mile rides and am looking forward to a hundred-miler without having to worry about my left foot going numb! (worry about other things perhaps, but not numb feet! )