Recent content by phlodge

Seem to have lost a few degrees flex since the operation 4 years ago That loss of a few degrees makes a big difference. Doesn’t stop me riding just done 25 muddy miles this morning. I do have to keep messing around with the dropper seat height as my knee warms up Yes think a physio is the best...

I am doing some stretches and bends which is beginning to increase flex, but not by a lot. Probably need to go see a physio and get some exercises designed for that purpose.

I have gone for shorter crank arms ie 150mm. Got them at a good price so worth seeing if that makes a difference. Recently bought new flat pedals which are quite large so a bit reluctant to sink nearly £200 in another pair. Might have a rethink if all else fails. Thanks all for the responses...

Been waiting since 10:30 this morning for a reply from Miranda's online chat .. so not impressed with their customer service. I will get the 150mm. Not sure which Q Factor I need and they have yet to answer.

Hi I ride a 2024 Cube Stereo 140 TM 750 (Bosch Gen4) and having ridden my mates bike with 150mm cranks which eased some of the discomfort with my old knees, I now want to fit shorter cranks to my Cube which came with 165mm. The Miranda website refers to 2 types for the 150mm one is Q Factor...

Good luck with the new knee. My other knee will no doubt need doing in few years. Post op, if you do the exercise and perhaps a bit more once it gets stronger you won’t have a problem. Mine has been great and had no issues in 4 years Even the consultant was surprised at the progress. I...

Thanks for the link, indeed they are expensive and doesnt appear to be any direct UK source. Looks like its from the USA only. There are some on ebay at £200. Gulp !!!!

165mm. Just looking for shorter cranks, seems that 155mm is the shortest. so only 10mm difference. I fitted 155mm Hope cranks to my outgoing Levo which was 175mm and that did make a difference. Apparently I need ISIS Gen 4 or something of that nature.

Thanks for the reply, I am used to it after 4 years or so. Just wondered if there was something I should be considering as an option - shorter cranks !!, certainly more flex exercise. One negative is that the foot sticking out further does clobber the occasional rock.

I have arthritis in both knees and have had one knee replaced, the flex on this replaced knee is just enough to get me over the top on a pedal stroke. However, I do need to place my foot more central on the pedal as opposed to being on the front of the foot. Though not ideal, I have been doing...

its a bordeline temperature for me, not as ard as I used to be. if its 16 degrees when I set off from home its often cooler up them hills. (y)(y)

I live downhill from you guys in Cumbria, so not as tough. Something lighter than the MT500 and a bit more than a jersey would possibly work for me. :):)

I will check that out - thanks

Hi The weather is getting better here in the UK but still gets a bit nippy when out of the sun or up high in the Peaks. Looking for recommendations for a jacket that doesnt have to be waterproof, more windproof and takes the chill off when the temperature is around 16 degress. If I get too...

Ha, dangerous thing is that GAS. I reckon cyclists, golfers and certainly photographers have lofts full of redundant kit. :) I have arthritis in my knees and shoulders, I ride regularly and dont suffer that much as I dont go daft anymore. Very Miss Daisy. Any purchases I make these days are...