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Hi! I am changing from Giro Factor Techlace shoes to Bont Vaypor+ shoes. I was told that the difference in shoe sole is about 3mm, with the Bont Vaypor 3mm thinner. So I am planning…

Hi Steve- I have been suffering from quite a few injuries over the past 15 months or so. I do believe we have now found one of the main causes of to the injury -…

Hi Steve! If you recall on my last question on October 16 I mentioned that I was getting a pair of custom D2 shoes. Still working on that but I've also ordered a custom saddle…

Hi Steve, I had a BG fit earlier in the year and was recommended to buy a specialized romin saddle (143mm) to replace my fizik arione as it was deemed to be too narrow and…

Hi Steve, I am feeling raw areas on my left side after riding. My saddle becomes uncomfy. I now that my pelvis is twisted ( R side forward, L side back). This has not been…

Hi Steve, I just visited Scherrit in the UK and of the bike this experience was the best ever i had related to bikes and bike fitting. I previously visited 4 other bike fitters but…

Steve: Firstly, should we ask a follow-up question on a new "Ask Question" or go back to our original question say 4 months ago? Do you need to retrieve the old info? Where is it best to…

Hi Steve, I'm a massive fan of your site, loads of great info keep up the good work! I'm hoping you may be able to help me? Im struggling with my own bike fit currently,…

Hi Steve, I have the feeling while descending that I'm bearing quite a bit of weight with my arms and shoulders. I have this feeling when I'm pedaling or coasting. There are times I will…

For some reason I can't find a compromise between weight balance and pedaling power when it comes to adjusting my saddle setback. I can easily pass all the test in the FMS and my flexibility…

Steve, How often are clients so unstable that the balance test does not work? What do you in these cases? Do you just try and find the best compromise, or is there another test that…

Hi Steve I recently received a Prologo nago evo saddle for a birthday. i am currently running the saddle 3deg down at the front and have tried various angles, but feel when riding that all…

My son, a cat 3 racer, told me that he often gets saddle sores. His saddle is a 143mm Specialized Romain Evo. The Specialized sit bone tool indicates that he is on the correct width…

Hi Steve, First and foremost I have to thank you for your splendid generosity in sharing with the cycling community all your knowledge. Being aware of how your body works or should work on a…

Hi Steve I have just started getting saddle sores and the only variables that could have brought this about (since a bike fit with Scherrit Knoesen back in February) is a new pair of bib…

Hi Steve. I m becoming a desperate man! I m at my wits end. I ve been suffering with saddles sores for the last 9 months which are confined to my left side (around the…

First of all i want to say i find your information, and articles  fantastic. You are great at explaining things, and your knowledge about everything is so valuable. I dont know if you remember me,…

Hi Steve A long list I know, but I suspect all connected. I came across your website after researching some of the ailments I suffer from. I'm 58 years old and have been cycling seriously…

Hello Steve and fellow forum users, I have trouble maintaining an aero position in the drops due to perineum discomfort. I am a 33yr 85Kg guy on a steel road bike. I've been fitted to…

Hi Steve, i have notice a problem with my saddle. I own a SelleSmp Hell(the new model is well)When i move the saddle forward i sense that my inner tights from the left side is…

Hello Steve, uneven saddle wear (left side only towards the front. I'm told my left heel kicks out towards the bottom of the stroke my a mate and I understand my left leg is apx…

Steve, Any saddles that you particular do not like? I've been on a 143mm Toupe for a while, but the shell flex can get annoying since I have to replace them every 6-12 months and…

Firstly, thank you for the perpetual curiosity that you demonstrate in your field. Your commitment to discovering and relaying helpful and accurate information is commendable and rare. Your webpage has helped me to find more…

Hi Steve, Likely pushing my luck as I am asking on behalf of my wife - she was fitted to her Specialised Ruby by Mark Dwyer about a year ago and manages well enough with…

Hi Steve, I have read the article "SMP Primer" by Colby Pearce. In his article, Colby says that the Specialized Romin saddle is a close second when compared to SMP saddles. Since Specialized saddles are…