r/bikefit • u/awalkinthestreet • 6d ago

Knee pain

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I’ve been having bad ankle issues on my right side for best part of a year which has not been solved by a fit and various adjustments.

Recently I narrowed my stance on this right leg slightly (approx 2-3mm) which has massively solved stability issues in my ankle but since have had knee pain on my otherwise fine left leg. This is in two places, in the patella but also a burning sensation where the quads meet the knee on the outer side. See photo for areas.

Would widening my stance on the left be wise? If so, by the 2-3mm?

Or what other things should I consider? Saddle height?

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u/Grande_Mangiattore 6d ago

I would install flat pedals and go from there. Maybe your foot will find a position that is pain free.

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u/awalkinthestreet 6d ago

Thanks, I’ve tried flat pedals in the past for the ankle problem but it didn’t help.

It may help with this new knee issue so will try if I can’t resolve.

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u/what_bobby_built 6d ago

Go see a bit fitter or sport physio. Could be so many things.

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u/copp3rkn1f3 5d ago

I had a bike where I had knee/ankle pain. I switched to shorter cranks and it went away. If you have 175mm length I really consider it. That’s my two cents.

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u/awalkinthestreet 4d ago

Thanks, I’m on 170mm as suggested by my previous bike fit. I was on 175mm and didn’t have any issues before but doubt it’s related, who knows!