Cycling Footbeds
A cyclist's feet are the most forgotten and neglected part of their bodies. We shove them into often ill-fitting cycle-shoes, then proceed to transfer all our power 13,000 times (on an average 2-hour ride) through a surface area little bigger than a couple of first class stamps. As a consequence hot-foot, pain, cramps, instability and power-loss are all too common.
The bio-mechanical chain
We all have very distinctive feet, consisting of 28 bones (our feet have 25% of the bodys bones in them) and 27 muscles, controlling 33 types of possible mobility. And whatever is happening deep within our shoes, in our feet, has a massive chain-reaction all the way up our bodies. How we walk, sit, stand and therefore pedal starts with our feet. It is virtually impossible to achieve a powerful and efficient interface with the bike until the feet are stable and comfortable. Our feet are the foundation of posture, good and bad. A cyclists feet have very little self-correction opportunity as they are tightly strapped and ratcheted in to a stiff shoe clamped to a fast-turning lever. No wonder so many of us feel that our feet are unstable, or constantly shifting for position.
The Custom Solution
The Sidas Conform'able custom footbed is a highly personalised interface between the weight and power of your body, and the sole of the cycleshoe and pedal. A custom footbed can dramatically influence comfort, stability and power. Extra re-reinforcement can be added further to reflect an individual's foot shape. The French are uniquely obsessed with Podiatry. Sidas and their medical research arm 'Podiatech' are currently leading the way in practical Sports Podiatry. Sidas/Podiatech. were best known for years for their pioneering work with correct foot posture and support for skiing. This Conform'able technology is now available to help cyclists of all abilities for the first time.
Price £90.00
An appointment takes approximately 45 mins to 1 hour for one pair of fully custom Conform'able inserts. 15% discount for second pair using original mold.
The Sidas footbed can be incorporated in to a shoe fit appointment.
Please bring your cycling shoes so the original footbed can be used as a template.
The semi custom solution
The eFit SUPPORTIVE model is designed specifically for activities featuring rigid footwear. The eFit SUPPORTIVE model features neutral alignment for maximum energy transfer needed in the activities featuring enhanced stabilization through the footwear.
The Supportive arch component is covered by a specific EVA foam to provide comfort and control.
Typical activities that utilize the SUPPORTIVE model are:
Cycling, Hockey, Skiing, Skating
Patented Interchangeable Arch System:
The eFit footbed is supplied with four arch supports to customise the footbed to provide the correct amount of support under the medial arch. The Efit footbed stabilises the foot and reduces pronation. Pressure is spread more evenly under the foot helping to relieve hotspots and the extra support reduces pronation and improves knee tracking and power output.
Highly developed materials designed to provide controlled flex and adapt to the characteristics of your foot under normal body heat.
Materials:
Top Sheet:
Moisture wicking perforated polyester
Insole:
Premium EVA Material - Impact Absorption
eFit Technology:
Metatarsal Pad:
Reduces forefoot tingling, numbness and hotspots
Advanced Design Footbed:
Premium EVA Material - Impact absorption
Arch Contour Technology:
Activated by body heat, the arch system adjusts to match your individual arch length and contour.
Energy Return System:
Dissipates shock and returns energy lost from specific activity.
Dynamic Arch Stabilization:
Increased comfort, balance and overall performance. Ensures proper alignment.
Price £64.99.
The eSoles eFit footbed can be purchased at Cyclefit in Covent Garden or online at bikefittingtools.com.
The eSoles footbed can be incorporated in to a shoe fit appointment.
Please bring your cycling shoes so the original footbed can be used as a template.