Originally Posted by
carleton
FG being "bad for the knees" is like squatting being "bad for the knees"...only if you do it the wrong way.
In my experience, the people with knee issues get them from either riding too big of a gear and/or skidding. Proper bike fitting is key, too, with an emphasis on cleat placement.
ugh... I just went clipless for the first time, got the shoes/cleats/pedals slightly used for a really good price. I haven't been to a shop to get the cleat placement changed for me yet... I really need to do that before my knees explode. I haven't noticed any discomfort yet, but the longest ride I've been on thus far is like 8-10 miles.