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[Closed] Flat tips for a clipped-in rider?

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I usually ride SPDs but went out on flats yesterday due to a foot injury (weak rotation, can't unclip).

I found it a little disconcerting to have my foot hover a couple of mm above the pedal coming off rollovers, mini jumps etc. Is that a technique issue, or just how it is? I was wearing trainers.

Any other tips for a habitual clipped-in rider? The use case is XC/ST/light trail, nowt awesome. Ta.


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:05 pm
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Make riding flats a toe-curling experience ๐Ÿ™‚


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:07 pm
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Foot further forward, heels down.


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:08 pm
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... 'eels low - and possibly grippier shoes?


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:23 pm
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be more loose/relaxed. actually moving your knees helps too.


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:31 pm
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how long before you can clip in again?


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:32 pm
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two or three weeks maybe, tho I have been flat-curious for a while.

ta for tips folks.


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:36 pm
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I found it a little disconcerting to have my foot hover a couple of mm above the pedal coming off rollovers, mini jumps etc. Is that a technique issue[?]

Yes, 100% technique. Focus your weight into your feet, not your hands/seat. Relax and move!


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:38 pm
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Relax and move!

Recipe for life that.


 
Posted : 10/03/2014 2:52 pm