Pedal Help

[Beanhead]

Hey guys,

After years of embarrassment I finally took up riding early last year and I love it! I try to ride at least 3 times a week and am currently using a Trek Hybrid.

My main issue is my right ankle is fused which means, I can't move my ankle. The other problem is it faces outwards more than parallel to the bike, meaning, it you saw me riding you'd think I was doing it completely wrong. The moment I bought my bike, I bought the largest pedals I could; Wellgo MTB pedals.

I'd love to get some kind of custom or adapted pedal if possible, it doesn't at the moment deter me from riding (other than looking like a complete numpty) but it does mean I'm slipping when at pace.

I'm also looking to invest in a road bike, and with most pedals tailored for bike shoes, it scares the bejeezus out of me and is really deterring me from investing in a road bike.

Does anyone know of a place or type of pedal which might help? I'm pretty sure I just need a pedal which swings out rather than parallel with the bike same as my ankle.

Any help much appreciated.

Beans

 

[Roadrider48]

Cleated shoes can have the cleats adjusted accordingly, but how severe your ankle impairment is will determine if they are suitable for you.
If you need basic flat pedals for comfortable riding, then that is what you need. Don't worry about what you think you look like, just have an enjoyable time riding.
Just to add....toe clips may be better, but I suppose it's a bit trial and error.
Be comfy and enjoy!

 

[theloafer]

I'm also looking to invest in a road bike, and with most pedals tailored for bike shoes, it scares the bejeezus out of me and is really deterring me from investing in a road bike.


Any help much appreciated.

Beans[/quote]
all three of my bikes have toe-clips(as I prefer them) even my carbon road bike I ride what I want not what other,s tell me if flat pedals are best for you go with them..

 

[Roadrider48]

I'm also looking to invest in a road bike, and with most pedals tailored for bike shoes, it scares the bejeezus out of me and is really deterring me from investing in a road bike.


Any help much appreciated.

Beans

all three of my bikes have toe-clips(as I prefer them) even my carbon road bike I ride what I want not what other,s tell me if flat pedals are best for you go with them.. View attachment 35067 View attachment 35068 View attachment 35069 [/quote]
Just use whatever pedals you are comfy with! It's you riding the bike, nobody else.

 

[ufkacbln]

My wife has knee / ankle problems with rotation and valgus deformity.

I added a pedal spacer to move the platform further out allowing the foot to meet the pedal.

We then added a set of Powergrips as they were more adaptable to the foot rotation, and did not require the twist that clipless did

 

[Roadrider48]

My wife has knee / ankle problems with rotation and valgus deformity.

I added a pedal spacer to move the platform further out allowing the foot to meet the pedal.

We then added a set of Powergrips as they were more adaptable to the foot rotation, and did not require the twist that clipless did

Good idea those spacers. Never seen those before.

 

[MikeW-71]

As said, you could use clips and straps, nothing wrong with them at all and they do the job of clipless pedals by keeping your foot from moving around.

Or you could use flat pedals and normal shoes, even the MTB type with pins in them to grip the shoe sole. If that's what is going to be most comfortable, do it. Clipless pedals aren't compulsory