Originally Posted by
testertips
Have discomfort on long rides on my right side - lower back, hip, knee and I believe my right leg is longer than my left. Assiomas measure about a 1-2% power distribution imbalance favoring the right crank. What's the recommendation on cleat shim vs insole or do they do the same thing? I'd prefer using insoles over shims.
SO many things can be responsible, in part or whole.
Believing and Knowing can be 2 different conclusions....
Given the info you give, I would more clearly define WHAT and WHERE the actual discomfort is happening. At what point of time.
Do you have mulitple bikes, shoes, pedals ?
What is a 'Long' Ride? (distance, time, climbing, speed, etc.)
Figure out an accurate way to really define any leg length or other imbalances...
That's all a starting point for further real consideration...
Then you can discuss, maybe find a kinesiologist who might have some knowledge in cycling...
anything else is just speculation
Ride On
Yuri