Foot ridding front wheel when turning
06-01-22, 06:08 AM
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I heard that Cannonized is developing a new steering system where the rear wheel turns to eliminate this problem.
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06-01-22, 06:29 AM
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Originally Posted by LarrySellerz
Honestly I didn't even know that this topic was a horse beaten to death, calling it a "failure mode" wasn't even meant to be trolling. Im just a natural troll I guess. It did feel really dangerous, but I guess thats because I was deliberately testing how bad it could be by making weird turns. Legit almost crashed. size 13 ft on a 47 frame don't mix
Why are you using a bike that is too small for you?
06-01-22, 07:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Paul Barnard
I heard that Cannonized is developing a new steering system where the rear wheel turns to eliminate this problem.
06-01-22, 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by njkayaker
???
Why are you using a bike that is too small for you?
Why are you using a bike that is too small for you?
06-01-22, 08:13 AM
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Originally Posted by njkayaker
???
Why are you using a bike that is too small for you?
Why are you using a bike that is too small for you?
06-01-22, 08:21 AM
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Come to think of it, if you rid yourself of your feet, the toe overlap won't be much of a problem, so I guess that isn't a typo in the thread headline.
06-01-22, 08:24 AM
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Very common problem with small frame bikes, esp. small frame bikes with full size (700c) wheels. The problem is also aggravated by the rider constantly having their head up their ass.
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06-01-22, 09:37 AM
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This is the perfect setup for foot braking like on the penny farthings. Seize the opportunity and the tire.
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06-01-22, 09:58 AM
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You really need to get this fixed, it will bother you when you "team up" with the woman you saw riding, and may distract you as you pull out in front of a Tesla. On the other hand, it shouldn't bother you when you walk up the hill.
06-01-22, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by phughes
Turn around and sit on the bike backwards. Your toes will not hit the front wheel. Problem solved.
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06-01-22, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by indyfabz
Next thread will be about heel strike.
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06-01-22, 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by indyfabz
Next thread will be about heel strike.
06-01-22, 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by livedarklions
Have you considered shortening your feet? Real cyclists don't have toes.
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Originally Posted by LarrySellerz
Really don't get why people are worried about heel strike, it doesn't make you crash. I pedal through turns where I know I will heel strike all the time
You really shouldn't be "striking your heel" pedaling through turns.
You might be striking your pedal going through turns.
Anyway, I doubt the better riders on the rides you are on aren't doing that regularly.
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Originally Posted by LarrySellerz
Really don't get why people are worried about heel strike, it doesn't make you crash. I pedal through turns where I know I will heel strike all the time
06-01-22, 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted by njkayaker
???
Your really shouldn't be "striking your heel" pedaling through turns.
You might be striking your pedal going through turns.
Anyway, I doubt the better riders on the rides you are on aren't doing that regularly.
Your really shouldn't be "striking your heel" pedaling through turns.
You might be striking your pedal going through turns.
Anyway, I doubt the better riders on the rides you are on aren't doing that regularly.
06-01-22, 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by LarrySellerz
err yes pedal strike... what is heel strike?
06-01-22, 06:06 PM
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Was I right or was I right? 
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Originally Posted by LarrySellerz
Really don't get why people are worried about heel strike, it doesn't make you crash. I pedal through turns where I know I will heel strike all the time
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06-01-22, 08:41 PM
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Originally Posted by phughes
It's making my head hurt. 
I'm surprised no one has recommended 100mm crankarms.
