Old 01-21-20, 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Kent T
I wear Allard BlueRocker AFO's and wear my normal shoes I hop around in. Can't find cycling shoes which are 4E and fit a high arch. Definitely talk to your Orthotist, about adjustment and get his or her suggestions.
Guessing you wear yours for drop foot issues? I'm facing TibialTalus fusion before long, the AFO brace is buying me time. The orthotist suggested, wider shoes, more toe box room.The Orthopedic Center I might use for the fusion, offers physical therapy, and in that group, they offer bicycle fitting. I opted for that. Ultimately, I'm doing nothing wrong, tweaks include shorter crank arm lengths, a switch to compact crankset is suggested, and skipping cycling shoes for platform pedals, the Pedaling Innovations Catalyst is a great choice, and a more midfoot placement over the pedal spindle...
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