BLUF: Could switching from 2 bolt SPD pedals to 3 bolt SPD SL or Look pedals alleviate outer right foot pain/imbalance due to the cleat or wider platform. BACKGROUND: Since I started seriously cycling 3 years ago I have been struggling with pain on the outer side of my right foot. This is present…

In my experience . Maybe. Changing platforms should not change the amount of pressure exerted on the outside of your foot unless the carbon shoes allow the fitter more adjustment options. Sometimes the case with 2 bolt shoes vs 3 bolt. Your old shoes could be worn to the point of not supporting your…

Maybe go with the wider shoes? I had all manner of foot pain problems on the outside of my foot and finally shelled out the bucks for the Lake MX238s in Wide fit. I will never wear another shoe again. 8hr gravel races, zero pain. Haven’t had any foot pain since except for times when I’ve accidentall…

N of 1 but I sometimes get severe foot pain on the outside of my left foot while cycling and have for about 10 years, not numbness or “nerve” type pain and not related to any injury. I have very narrow, low volume feet (below the “narrow” width on the Lake Shoes scale for my length) and think it cou…

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Foot Pain Issues - 2 bolt SPD vs. 3 bolt SPD SL or Look

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jtp03a March 7, 2026, 11:21am 5

Thanks for the feedback everyone. Some great ideas to try

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