Runner Converted to Cycling
05-15-08, 09:06 AM
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Runner Converted to Cycling
Hello!
I competed on the Mtn bikes for 3 years, 10 years ago, retired from that, got a real job, and started to be a "runner" jogging after work. I love running, but the pain of a collapsing arch told me to go back to my roots on two wheels
Who really reads this forum anyway?
I competed on the Mtn bikes for 3 years, 10 years ago, retired from that, got a real job, and started to be a "runner" jogging after work. I love running, but the pain of a collapsing arch told me to go back to my roots on two wheels
Who really reads this forum anyway?
05-15-08, 09:49 AM
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Running is a good sport. So, is cycling. You shouldn't give up running because you have a collapsing arch. Perhaps wider, more supportive running shoes will help you. There are tons of runners that have all sorts of ailments with their feet. A good running store would be able to help you out. Keep at it and welcome back to two wheels. 
but seriously, keep on running!
but seriously, keep on running!
05-15-08, 10:07 AM
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Hello!
I competed on the Mtn bikes for 3 years, 10 years ago, retired from that, got a real job, and started to be a "runner" jogging after work. I love running, but the pain of a collapsing arch told me to go back to my roots on two wheels
Who really reads this forum anyway?
I competed on the Mtn bikes for 3 years, 10 years ago, retired from that, got a real job, and started to be a "runner" jogging after work. I love running, but the pain of a collapsing arch told me to go back to my roots on two wheels
Who really reads this forum anyway?
.Ok, so now that we've got that taken care of--what kind of bike are you riding?
Welcome to BF, and feel free to PM me with any questions
!East Hill
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05-16-08, 06:49 AM
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I'm at the point where I need custom orthotics, running stores have done what they can with their supports.
Picked up last year's Specialized Allez Comp. I'm digging it. I'm a gear snob though, we'll see how long the components last
Picked up last year's Specialized Allez Comp. I'm digging it. I'm a gear snob though, we'll see how long the components last
05-16-08, 07:07 AM
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Lanky Lass
Does this mean you have already joined the OCP club
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05-16-08, 07:19 AM
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Lanky Lass
Obsessive Compulsive Poseur .
There are several threads in Road Cycling about it.
(no, it's not bad, just a fun name for the guys who like to switch out components).
East Hill
.There are several threads in Road Cycling about it.
(no, it's not bad, just a fun name for the guys who like to switch out components).
East Hill
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05-16-08, 07:24 AM
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I'm setup with 105 right now. It works.
The taint is a little sore, and I was told to start finding a new seat. But, I'm not sure if I should start dropping money on something I don't need. On my seat now, there is a gap for the taint, but it might be for someone of a smaller frame, or I just need to build up a tolerance. I remember from my old days that we'd be pretty sore after riding, a good sore.
The taint is a little sore, and I was told to start finding a new seat. But, I'm not sure if I should start dropping money on something I don't need. On my seat now, there is a gap for the taint, but it might be for someone of a smaller frame, or I just need to build up a tolerance. I remember from my old days that we'd be pretty sore after riding, a good sore.
05-16-08, 07:29 AM
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Lanky Lass
I'd give it a couple of weeks. If you are newly back to riding, your rear will be sore for at least a week or two, getting used to the saddle again.
If you are still having problems a month from now, I'd definitely look into changing the saddle.
East Hill
If you are still having problems a month from now, I'd definitely look into changing the saddle.
East Hill
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