Q-factor doesn't seem to get mentioned much in dh bike sizing but as someone that is outside the norm of the average rider in size I think I could benefit from increased q-factor. My waist is ~40" and even though the reach and 810mm bar width on my Demo is great for upper body position I'm still riding on the the outside of the pedals more than I would like.
I noticed a big difference in comfort and foot placement when I went from my 135mm Demo 7 to a 150mm Demo 8 but still feel things are a bit narrow. I've tried wider pedals with some improvement as well but the best fitting pedals proved unreliable. Currently riding straitline de factos with descendant cranks. This setup gives me a solid platform but still not the width.
I'd like to try pedal extenders but am worried about the excess leverage given my weight (~240) and the nature of dh riding. Anyone try extenders or have any other recommendations?
I noticed a big difference in comfort and foot placement when I went from my 135mm Demo 7 to a 150mm Demo 8 but still feel things are a bit narrow. I've tried wider pedals with some improvement as well but the best fitting pedals proved unreliable. Currently riding straitline de factos with descendant cranks. This setup gives me a solid platform but still not the width.
I'd like to try pedal extenders but am worried about the excess leverage given my weight (~240) and the nature of dh riding. Anyone try extenders or have any other recommendations?
