Cycling Shoes advise

Dl96076 · 01-05-2011 11:41AM #1

Hi Guys,

I recently invested in a new bike. I am a novice when it comes to cycling so I would appreciate some advise on the following:

I bought "Specialized Shoes" for my bike. I am still getting used to them, I have the bruises to show - lol:) But what I am finding is that my right foot cramps up when I am on a long run - 90km. I stop as I am cycling and undo my shoe and stretch my foot but after another 10km I feel my foot cramping again.

My shoe size is 39, I notice that my left foot is ok. Do you think the size is the problem? Should I purchase another pair of shoes a half a size bigger? Will this solve the problem? Or is this normal?

All advise and comments gratefully received.

Thanks, DL

Enduroman · 01-05-2011 07:49PM

Could be lack of circulation, Pinched nerves, Dehydration, Lack of salt.
Deep breathing and a jambon should do the trick.

airscotty · 03-05-2011 10:53PM

Where did you get them? If they dont fit right id be looking to bring them back.....

Greyspoke · 04-05-2011 06:20PM

If the shoes aren't tight across the toes then they're probably the right size as you don't really need too much space in the front unlike a running shoe where the action of running tends to have your feet pushing forward in the shoe. However your feet do swell after a while when exercising, particularly in warm weather, so loosening the straps or simply not tightening them so much when you set out should help. Also, cycling shoes are generally a lot more rigid than ordinary shoes/trainers and do take a bit of getting used to.
If you are a novice then a 90km spin is quite a long one and fatigue/dehydration would very easily lead to cramping. I'd say stick with the shoes you have a bit longer unless they're really painful and hopefully the issue will sort itself out.

Cycling Shoes advise

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