Originally Posted by
mtb_addict
Is SS a young person's only game?
I'm starting to get sharp knee pains. I roding Single Speed for many years...from MTB to fixie roadbike . Then, I took a few years off, but 2 years ago, I came back with a vengence...but starting last year, started suffering from knee problem for no reason. Maybe aging? I can still ride all day...just can't go 100% like I used to. I just ride slow and steady...but hills and wind kills my knee. Luckily, pretty flat here. But windy around this time of year.
I often dream of doing the MS150 in Austin with a SS or fixie. But realizing it's probably not going to happen.
Is it time to give up SS?
Have you tried getting a pair of knickers? Having a pair to cover your knees in cold weather feels wonderful. They are a little harder to find than most bike shorts, but Under Armour has some really nice ones, and you can throw a pair of bike shorts over them.
Have you checked your saddle height and fore/aft position on the saddle? Bike fit can be a culprit for knee pain too.
Also, over-riding can contribute too. How often do you ride ss, and how many miles?
Dave