Advice on 2 bolt SPD alignment

Quizmate · January 2013

Is there an easy method of correctly aligning 2 bolt SPD cleats (by this I mean they're correctly placed in terms of fore / aft under the ball of my foot, but not the angle of toe in or out). I've read the one about dangling your feet off of the end of a table, but this just makes my feet toe outwards quite significantly which can't be right, especially as when I walk or dangle my legs from the saddle there's only a mild toeing out if any!

Any advice would be greatly appreciated

Thanks

njee20 · January 2013

Not really, because everyone's different. Trial and error.

Shackster · January 2013

I would try them first with the point of the cleat pointing at your big toe or thereabouts, this will create a slight toe-out angle which is natural for most people, and should ensure your heel doesn't hit the cranks. I tried them pointing directly forwards once and my knees were aching within a couple of miles.

But trial and error after that to see what's most comfortable for you.

nicklouse · January 2013

have a read http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-hel ... and-cleats

giantAstax · January 2013

http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/article/s ... ats-24284/

It's pretty crucial to get this right to avoid knee issues and other ailments.

Advice on 2 bolt SPD alignment

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