Coker Foot Position

one thing you want to keep in mind while riding on the balls of your
feet.

If you are approaching something that is going to be a drop, or even
catching air of a kicker or something, move to the middle of your foot,
you don't want to take an impact with your ankles, as opposed to up
through your legs

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Although I usually use the ball of my foot, I'm not convinced it makes
much difference for power. It may have some difference of control, but
I'd guess it's just what you're used to.

I know the ball of foot thing has been discussed endlessly in the two
wheeled bike racing world, but I believe when it's been studied they've
discovered that people are most efficient doing what is most comfortable
for them. There've even been some successful racers who've done weird
things like penguin style pedalling (heels on the pedals), just because
it was the most comfortable thing for them.

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After reading this thread I gave it a go (pedals pushed by the ball of
my foot) on my 29er.
I found, for me, (not a very good rider - yet), it gave me more control,
was more comfortable and I seemed to have more flexibility to sit
properly on the seat. I also felt I rode faster without freaking out so
much.
So, thanks.
Cathy

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