Longer Pedal Axles?
MisterMuncher
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Do any clipless pedals exist with a longer-than-standard axle? I've been using various forms of SPD pedals across three bikes, and all of them are developing rub on the left crank and chainstay. I don't think it'll take much, a couple of mm should do it. I can't feel my heel striking, even on my Synapse, which has very flat and wide stays, and my shoes (Spiuk ZS11) are about as close fitting as I can get.
Surely a solution exists for this. I'd prefer something for a two-bolt cleat, but if three or four is the only answer then it'll probably keep till I need new shoes.
Surely a solution exists for this. I'd prefer something for a two-bolt cleat, but if three or four is the only answer then it'll probably keep till I need new shoes.
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Those little extenders look to be the very job. I'm wondering if I could get away with just one now, given I'm only hitting on one side. My left foot is visibly bigger than my right, so I might as well embrace the freak.0
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You can also order Speedplay Zero pedals with longer spindles. I dont' think you can get them off the shelf although I've seen the longer spindles sold separately.
The standard length for the Chrome-Moly and Stainless Steel spindles is 53mm but you can also order the following spindle lengths from Speedplay dealers: 50mm, 56mm, 59mm, 65mm
I used a 59mm spindle for a few years. I recently got a second bike which will probably be the "summer" bike and I went with the standard pedals which are okay so long as I don't need to wear overshoes. The longer spindles are staying on the older bike for winter use.
I doubt it's a good idea to use asymetrical pedal lengths!
Even if your foot is a different width on one side, you'll surely want the centre of each foot located equal distances from the bike centreline? I'd avoid doing anything like that unless you know exactly what you're doing.0 -
How is the cleat alignment - if you turn the heel out a bit wont you avoid this ?0
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They're spds, so fairly free floating. It's definitely the natural position of the foot, not an angle it's forced into.0
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Those Specialized BG things give 20mm of extension per foot. That's a huge amount and far more than most would need. Speedplay Zero have lots of left/right adjustment in the cleat. This might be enough for you, but if you need them you can buy longer axles, although they're not cheap.0
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I think Speedplay will also allow you to limit the float towards the inside so heel rub is not possible any more.0
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I would strongly recommend not trying to correct this by turning your foot with your cleats. That will transfer the twist into your knee and cause huge problems.
The Specialized extensions are definitely the way to go.
I had to use these in the early days of riding after my leg break, before my foot rotation had started to correct itself. It's still not perfect but is now good enough that I don't need the extensions. I only used the left one, by the way.Boardman Elite SLR 9.2S
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If all you need is 1-3mm extension then just get some axle washers at your LBS. Prices can vary quite a bit so shop around if a shop charges more than a quid for each washer or some auto repair supply shops have specialised washers of the same size for much less. http://www.velogear.com.au/bike-parts/b ... -pair.htmlMisterMuncher wrote:I don't think it'll take much, a couple of mm should do it.0
