Hi, I think I have a problem I built myself a new bike. on the old bike I used straps but on my new bike I decided to use cages for a more enhanced style. but after three skids I have terrible pain at the top of the toe, the skin is completely open but also sometimes my foot comes completely out of the cage even though it was at the bottom. Either I skid like shit or I have a problem with my parts. can you give me your feedback. or skid advice I'm interested I really feel like I'm forcing to lock the wheel. I see videos on the internet where guys barely block their legs and slip. I don't understand how this is possible. good evening to you
by Fine-Session-7265
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Sounds rough. Straps-only (the thick and wide velcro ones) are more forgiving to skid with but cages has never been painful to me. Try with another pair of shoes? You can also try to thread the cage straps differently, as shown in this very old post [https://www.reddit.com/r/FixedGearBicycle/comments/jk2ke/this_is_the_proper_way_to_thread_double_toe_straps/](https://www.reddit.com/r/FixedGearBicycle/comments/jk2ke/this_is_the_proper_way_to_thread_double_toe_straps/) I run it this way and it feels slightly better.
Update: cages can also come in different sizes so maybe you need larger/deeper ones if your toes are hurting. Your toes should not be doing the skidding, the top of you foot is, closer to the ankle.
this setup is basically a strap with toe clip holding it up, just a heads up
you can try making first strap tighter or cross them in X pattern
Your setup looks good, try different shoe/sock. Maybe a tighter fit on the strap too
Take the straps off. It will be easier to get your foot in and out of them in a hurry. Plus those are heavy and add weight to your rig.
Even with the cage you want to be pulling up on the strap with the top of your foot, not pulling up on the cage with your toe so try tightening the strap or using different shoes I guess.
Not related to your issue necessarily, but those pedals were never meant to be used with normal shoes. Any kind of platform pedal will feel a lot better riding in general
Enhanced style🤦…..Just use the straps.
This setup is kinda finicky, first try different shoes. Use proper tightness, depends on comfort.