This was a very interesting and informative thread for me...I just saw my doctor on Friday with knee pain and he's leaning towards patellofemoral issues as well. I'm starting physical therapy next week and now I have a much better idea of what to expect and look out for. I feel a bit less anxious now about my first PT session

My doc also recommended I get a professional bike fit (but yikes they are expensive around here!! one guy charges $300!!! waaaay more than my poor college funds can spare!) So for now my boyfriend and I have been gathering as much info about bike fittings/posture and whatever else to try and see what and if there's anything we can adjust on my bike to alleviate symptoms and possible causes...

Right now we think my cranks are too long as Oakleaf mentioned and want to try getting shorter ones...riding with 175mm.....If I had a triple Oakleaf I'd totally jump on your 170mm!!

Hillslug, hope your knee improves! and thanks everyone for so freely sharing info, as always TE members rock