Mik.Fit Custom Cycling Insoles.
Designed for Champions.
Customised for All.
Your Feet are a Cycling Component.
Make them count.
MIK.FIT’S THREE P’S
REDUCE PAIN
• The feet are in constant contact with the pedal throughout each revolution and pressure must be distributed equally across the whole foot. If and when this is achieved, the foot will not only be comfortable, but it will offload areas and result in less pain.
• The more accurate the orthotics contact, the greater the rider’s compliance, connectivity and balance.
• Mik.Fit Cycling Orthotics can be adapted to suit any foot shape. The Performance range are made from a very lightweight and highly rigid carbon-fibre shell to ensure maximum energy transfer. Whilst the Orthopaedic range are made using EVA with slow-release cover materials to give maximum protection and comfort to the most unique of foot shapes.
INCREASE POWER
• 13% (250W) increase. Single biggest power gain experienced by an Olympic cyclist using Mík.Fit Customised Cycling Orthotics doing a 10 second sprint with maximum physical effort.
• The foot-shoe-cleat-pedal interface has the greatest potential to gain or lose power than anywhere else on the bike.
• Locking the foot in its most stable position not only aligns the foot and ankle more efficiently with the knee and hip but the joints natural compression ensures greater energy transfer to the pedal.
• The more a foot deviates away from its most stable & locked position, the longer it takes for the energy to be transferred on the downstroke leading to sub-maximal power transfer.
• Regardless of the cyclist’s ability level, the individual’s natural walking mechanics, injury history and the footwear worn over a lifetime, all influence foot mechanics on the bike itself.
• Cycling functions within the sagittal plane. Eliminating unnecessary movement of the foot in the frontal or transverse planes not only ensures faster transfer of power and reduces fatigue over time.
• Cycling is not walking or running and the foot biomechanics are completely opposing. Unlike walking, everyone benefits from wearing something within their cycling shoes. The more specific that something is, the more power is transferred.
OPTIMISE PERFORMANCE
Typical Foot-Related Cycling Complaints
General
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Any unnecessary sideways movement of the knee, outside of the sagittal plane, decreases downward force and reaction time. This can lead to repetitive overuse injuries or sub-maximal power output. Examples of this can be lateral and medial joint line knee pain, ITB issues and lower back pain.
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Excessive saddle movement, that can often lead to saddle sores, can occur as a result of the foot reaching for the pedal on the downstroke.
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Not all bodies are made the same and no feet are too unique to work with.
Regardless of the shape of the foot, the orthotics are designed to contact the whole foot thereby distributing the weight evenly across the entire foot to relieve pressure points and allow the rider to have an even and comfortable ride.
Neurological issues such as cerebral palsy can significantly affect a riders stability and control on the bike. Creating a stable platform can be a game-changer for these riders.
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Inflammatory joint diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus, gout and ankylosing spondylitis as well as degenerative joint disease (ie: ankle osteoarthritis) can have an enormous impact on the individual's ability not just to perform, but to participate in cycling in general.
Orthopaedic cycling insoles can be created to match and optimise any foot type. Not every client goal is to have a performance-orientated insole. If this is what the client requires and they are pain-free to cycle freely, it's a totally valid treatment plan.
Forefoot
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Inflammation of the digital nerves that results in a knife-like stabbing sensation typically between the 3rd & 4th digits on the upper surface of the forefoot.
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Typical presentations vary from pin-point, pebble-like discomfort under a single joint, to more global discomfort on under the balls of the 2nd, 3rd & 4th joints or pain encompassing the entire plantar forefoot pad from the biggest to the smallest toe.
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Pain &/or numbness under the pulp of the big toe making it difficult to apply pressure when pedalling.
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The balls of the 4th & 5th joints are crushed into the lateral edge of the shoe resulting in pain and/or numbness underneath or on the side of the foot.
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Tiredness, cramping & pain on the region of the lesser toes. Toes often feel like they are clawing or grabbing the ground for stability.
Can result in skin irritation along the dorsal surface of the digits as they rub against the toe box of the shoe or pain at the tip/apex of the little toes where they contact the ground. Can occur on one or all of the little toes.
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Localised, pin-point pain underneath and just behind the base of the big toe joint. Tender to touch but worse when flexing the foot during the propulsive phase of walking.
Difficult to apply pressure comfortably when cycling. Can become numb and inflamed after prolonged periods in the saddle.
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Hallux Abducto Valgus (big toe bunion) or Tailor's Bunions (on the little toe) are bony displacements that occur most commonly as a result of the joint's genetic inability to withstand weight-bearing pressure.
The protruding region and toes often become irritated in tight footwear and the joint can ache in longstanding cases where its surface has become worn down and arthritic.
Midfoot
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Pain can vary from sharp to dull. Usually occurs along the top surface of the foot at the highest point of the arch.
Pain is often worse during the push-off phase of walking but also when applying pressure during the downstroke when cycling.
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Pain occurring around the lateral border of the foot, often just behind the prominent bump that makes up the long bone to the 5th toe.
Pain is often worse during the push-off phase of walking but also when applying pressure during the downstroke when cycling.
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Typically presents at the muscle's attachment to the heel, at the base of the big toe or at the highest point of the arch. Often worse to begin, relieves with activity & worse again after a period of rest.
Pain isn't often caused by cycling since the forefoot doesn't flex within shoe. However, many people carry the pain over from everyday life into cycling and the muscle frequently fatigues when pushed.
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Rearfoot
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Pain and weakness on the inside of the ankle. Pain can start from the inside of the foot at the highest point of the arch, continue behind the inside ankle bone and upwards along the inside shaft of the long bone of the lower leg.
Often results in increased fatigue, weakening and localised tenderness.
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Pain and often thickening at the Achilles Tendon.
Often results in increased fatigue, weakening and localised tenderness.
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A tenderness or bruising at the front edge of the heel bone at the site of the muscle attachment.
Pain is rarely caused by cycling. However, many people carry the pain over from everyday life into cycling & the muscle frequently fatigues when pushed.
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Haglunds Deformity
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Alison Jackson (CAN)
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Lily Williams (USA)
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"Mick’s custom insoles created the biggest performance gains for me in 2024. When I started riding with insoles, I felt much more stable on the bike and I felt that I could finally push equally with both legs. I owe a huge thanks for Mick for contributing to my two Olympic gold medals on the track and the road. I will definitely continue using his insoles."
Kristen Faulkner.
Paris 2024 Two x Olympic Gold Medal Champion | Women’s Team Pursuit & Women’s Road Race
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