Is toe overlap a common problem, and should I be concerned?

  • Creator
    Topic
  • #24271
    cjchallis85

    Just purchased a new road bike (58 cube agree gtc pro) yesterday. Test rode twice and it felt great. However, on first cycle with my spds have noticed toe overlap/ rub on the front wheel when turning the front wheel at lower speed.

    Do many other people suffer with this problem? Should it be something to consider returning the bike for? Or will I just be able to put up with it. Btw the bike fits great in every other aspect, but I did not experience toe overlap on my last bike.

    Going up a size may solve the overlap, but its overall fit may be worse. I am 6ft tall so didn’t think overlap should be an issue.

    Thanks all

Viewing 4 replies - 16 through 19 (of 19 total)
  • Author
    Replies
  • #850829
    0
    kace19

    It’s pretty common to have a
    It’s pretty common to have a small amount of overlap, depending on frame size, foot size, fork rake and various other things. Depending on what kind of pedals you use, you might be able to move the cleats slightly to reduce it. But unless it is a big overlap I wouldn’t worry. It happens to me on a lot of bikes, but only when going v slowly and turning v sharply. I have never struggled to balance it.

    #850827
    0
    Must be Mad

    I have this on my bike too –
    I have this on my bike too – and its really is not a problem.
    You have to be going VERY slow to be able to turn the handlebars enough to risk rub without crashing. Just be careful with the peddling in very tight turns

    #850825
    0
    1860

    I have it on my Canyon
    I have it on my Canyon Endurace, I worried a bit about it until I figured out that it never happens at speed so its something that you can easily manage.

    When I saw what Sheldon Brown said about it… then it stopped being an issue for me:

    Toe Clip Overlap
    On many bicycles, especially those with smaller frames and full-sized wheels, it is possible for the front fender or tire to bump into the rider’s toe or to the toe clip. Some people worry a lot about this, but it is rarely a significant problem in practice.
    The only time it can happen is when the handlebars are turned quite far to the side, as only happens at very low speeds.

    Many, many people ride bicycles with fairly severe overlap with no practical problems, sometimes having to make a slight adjustment to their pedaling habits at very slow speeds.

    On smaller-size bikes with full-sized wheels, it is usually impossible to eliminate overlap without causing adverse fit/handling issues.

    #850823
    0
    edvelo

    My little toe overlaps the
    My little toe overlaps the one next to it, presumably from breaking it and not setting it properly!

Viewing 4 replies - 16 through 19 (of 19 total)
  • You must be logged in to reply to this topic.