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04-25-04, 10:45 AM
i have been riding with clipless pedals for about 2 years now (including mountain biking). during that time, i had my cleat right under the ball of my foot. today, for the first time ever, i moved my cleat back so it was behind the ball of my foot. let me tell you this...having the cleat behind the ball of your foot greatly increases your climbing ability and speed. i did some hills today that i would have died on before but went right up today. if your looking to climb hills better, adjust your cleat so it is behind the ball of your foot. good luck.