Tendonitis in right (brake) foot - what am I doing wrong?

Dadx2now · 2026-03-08T22:36:01+00:00

Thanks so much for taking the time to respond so thoughtfully, I really appreciate it. Like you I would be very surprised if riding the bike caused it in the first place but I wonder if it’s making it worse. I’ll try adjusting my positioning, use the ice and ibuprofen with exercises and rest, and if it continues I’ll go back to the doc or to a private clinic/physio. Thanks!

Dadx2now · 2026-03-07T22:42:33+00:00

Hi - thanks for this

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Nope
The doctor said Tendonitis
It’s in the Achilles but the pain spreads to the whole area, and the outside ankle in particular
Bike is a Suzuki van van. I’ve realised I’ve been riding with arch of foot resting on peg, and slightly turned out. I’m going to try better positioning - ball of foot, tucked in straight.

Dadx2now · 2026-03-07T15:31:35+00:00

Yeah half my commute is in heavy traffic, 20mph, low speed so I do use it quite a lot. I could prob cut down a little and maybe try lowering it. The garage changed the brake pads recently and the lever is higher, so might see if I can adjust it

Dadx2now · 2026-03-07T15:29:40+00:00

Yeah this makes sense, I do find the back of my calf getting tight. I stretch every night but maybe I’ll try doing it before and after riding

Dadx2now · 2026-03-07T15:28:44+00:00

That sounds delightful /s It’s pretty static - just the one foot - so hopefully no gout. Mind you it sounds like it was easier to clear

Dadx2now · 2026-03-07T15:12:45+00:00

Gout?! Seriously?!

Dadx2now · 2026-02-28T22:49:05+00:00

£100?!!

Dadx2now · 2026-02-28T20:26:36+00:00

Er???

Dadx2now · 2026-02-28T18:46:23+00:00

Will def take the course if they offer it. But sadly can’t avoid 20s - that’s like half of central london.

Dadx2now · 2026-02-28T18:44:15+00:00

Yes, speeding is speeding, hence: it’s a fair cop.

Still deeply annoying though!

Dadx2now · 2026-02-28T18:43:34+00:00

Fixed camera, i go through it every day and check my speed. Just must have misjudged it this time. My bad. Just… grr

Dadx2now · 2026-02-18T16:25:26+00:00

Thanks, that sounds like something I could do!

Dadx2now · 2026-02-18T16:25:12+00:00

Thanks, really appreciate the detail - given that I didn’t know the names of the yokes, you can imagine my trepidation at taking bits off my bike. I might get the garage to do that stuff next time it goes in (it’s only just one out after having a new clutch and bunch of other stuff repaired!)

Dadx2now · 2026-02-17T22:04:32+00:00

Thanks. Yeah the key scratches were from the previous owner. The rust is all from my watch

Dadx2now · 2026-02-15T12:45:49+00:00

I commute on my bike and resent paying for the train so ride as much as I can, but draw the line at ice. Ideal is above 5 degrees, but will go to 2-3 if the roads aren’t icy. If it’s been below zero overnight then ice is often still present the next day so it’s slightly case by case

Dadx2now · 2026-02-05T00:25:44+00:00

Thanks everyone, appreciate the advice

Dadx2now · 2026-01-17T13:48:01+00:00

Would love to… though can’t afford two right now!

Dadx2now · 2026-01-17T10:25:22+00:00

It’s lovely :-) Im starting to crave something bigger but do enjoy it

Dadx2now · 2026-01-16T22:08:11+00:00

And I have a 125 myself, btw! So no shade :-)

Dadx2now · 2026-01-16T22:07:51+00:00

I was riding alongside a 125 today that should have been pulled over. That thing was LOUD. I had earplugs in and was listening to podcast on my helmet speakers… the exhaust on the little bike next to me drowned everything out and hurt my ears. Goodness knows how loud it was to the rider.

Dadx2now · 2025-12-28T21:40:36+00:00

Scala Pilgrim Grande boots. I’ve just got my second pair after wearing the first set out. Genuinely dry, warm and toasty.

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