Knee issue on Bike

[RoviChris]

While riding I notice I tend to tilt/pull my right knee towards the top tube, sometimes actually rubbing it unless I pay attention and try to keep it upright.
No knee issues to date but when running I do land different on my right leg landing on the outside of my heel slightly.
I was fitted last year at BA and really didn't have enough miles under me to notice this issue.

Anyone else have similar issues that were fixed, or does this seem OK, or will it eventually lead to problems?

[MarkD]

The biking gurus have told me that ideally, your knees should point slightly in when riding - I don't know how true it is, but that's what I've done for 4 years with no issues. I'm guessing you are cool, but I really don't know...

On the other hand, those who ride a bit bow-legged are probably less efficient.

[RoviChris]

So you're telling me my real issue is my left leg, that makes me feel a little better.
Thanks,

[Brandon]

Chris, I think this is hard to say without actually watching your leg go through its range of motion. I've also heard that knees slightly inward is better (I suspect this is to engage a larger group of hip muscles), but it is important to maintain good alignment. Check your cleat position to be sure this isn't the cause. The folks at Bike Authority may have set it right, but be sure that it hasn't changed position over time due to a loose bolt or something.

One way to address this discrepancy is through one-legged drills....yes, even in season. Also, really concentrate on pushing through the top and pulling through the bottom of your peddle stroke (whilst drilling as well as on the road), rather than the up and down motion.

[alison]

My knees used to hit my top tube all the time. Turns out I needed to raise my seat a fraction of an inch and the problem was solved. I do still ride knees in for the most part, especially my right leg. I always thought it was because of my past as a breaststroker, always being taught to keep my knees in, but after reading this post I have to assume it is because I have naturally good form

Alison

[Jack Carney]

Mark and George noticed my knees were pointing out during the GCT ride and pointed it out to me. Since then I have tried to concentrate on keeping them from pointing out and it seems mch more efficient to me. Another benefit of CTC membership.

From www.Bicycle.com - "Hip-Knee-Ankle Alignment Viewed from the front, your hip, knee and ankle should line up throughout the pedal stroke. "You don't want knee wobble," says Carver. "Just think pistons, straight up and down." If you can't correct this, or if you experience knee pain when you try to restrict lateral movement, you may need orthotics or another type of biomechanical adjustment."