Originally Posted by cheeseflavor
Hi Hawkjohn,
What model Nike shoes are these? Are the soles stiff enough? When Linda and I first started using clipless, we went with SPD and a cheaper pair of Specialized shoes. We both were having similar problems to yours - hot spots on the balls of the feet - when our mileage was increasing. Then we switched to shoes with much stiffer soles ("road" shoes I guess you could call them) and things got better.
Later on, we went to Speedplay pedals (a larger platform area) and stiffer shoes yet and have not had any problems since.
But, like others have said, consult a physician if the problem persists without riding!
Take care, and good luck!
Steve
I can't find a model or number on them. They do seem very stiff. I will try moving the cleats out and back to experiment with that. I may also try a pair of "SOLE" inserts. They're the ones you heat in an oven and them stand on for a couple of minutes while warm. I have a pair in hiking boots and love them.