Originally Posted by
geoffs
HI Twocicle, I just read your post regarding Lightning cranks and Q-factor and realised you are using speedplay pedals.
You can buy shorter pedal axles if that makes a difference. They are available from Speedplay but there is another manufacturer thats excellent quality at a better price.
Yes, shorter pedal axles are one part of achieving a desired Q. Linda has been using the Zero Ti (which are as short as possible with minimum heel clearances) for over a decade. With the Lightning pedal axle spacers removed, her heels may just brush the crank arms, so we have "airplane tape" (clear "frame saver", etc) to act as a scuff shield. Can't get her feet any closer than that.