Originally Posted by Senior Vagabond

I am close to being 70 yrs old and had to stop cycling 5 years ago due to two knee replacements and then two partially torn rotator cuffs along with some other muscle tears (not to mention arthritic big toes). I substituted my biking for world travel to more remote areas and enjoyed incredible hiking and nature along with experiencing many different cultures and people. OK, well the global traveling thing ain't happening now or in the near future so I have tried returning to my bike which I always loved. My question focuses on bike fit with my physical problems. Question one, for those that have had TKR did you experience any issues when clipped into your pedals? I use SPD-SL pedals and cleats (yellow for max float) and immediately felt pain in one of my titanium knees when I rode. When I put flat pedals on, no knee pain. Is there a trick to clipping in your replaced knees? The second question is about my torn rotator cuffs which I have thus far refused to have surgically repaired due to the long recovery time. I can still ride by keeping as little pressure as possible on the bars (drop down with raised angled stem) but still have some pain during but more after the ride. Again, any recommendations from those with similar problems? I appreciate all comments. Thank you.