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Andrea Myers, PT, DPT, OCS

Bike Fitting at Ridgefield Bicycle | Physical Therapy in Westport, CT | Run + Bike Coaching

08/28/2026

ASICS Sonicblast 2

David and Andrea cover this major new update from ASICS: https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/asics-sonicblast-2-review/

The ASICS Sonicblast 2 is a super trainer (above 40mm of stack height) that brings a springy ride. The Sonicblast 2 uses a dual density midsole with FF Turbo2 as the top layer with a FF Blast Max bottom layer. There is a forked PEBAX plate embedded in the platform for additional responsiveness. The Sonicblast 2 operates off of a rockered geometry, but with a more aggressive feeling forefoot. It feels best at uptempo efforts and will serve great as a tempo and long run shoe.

Price: $190 at Running Warehouse
Weight: 8.5 oz, 242g (men’s size 9), 7.5 oz, 212g (women’s size 8)
Stack Height: 46mm heel / 38mm forefoot men’s, 45mm heel / 37mm forefoot women’s

08/20/2026

Nike Pegasus Plus 2

Andrea reviews the latest update to this newer trainer in the Nike lineup: https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/nike-pegasus-plus-2-review/

The Nike Pegasus Plus 2 is a neutral training shoe that features a forefoot Air Zoom unit and a ZoomX midsole. It is 10% lighter than the Pegasus 42 and is built on the MR-10 2.0 last, which was introduced in the Pegasus 42 and has a wider and higher volume toe box. The Air Zoom unit is size specific, with both thickness and PSI tuned to shoe size. According to Nike, the Air Zoom unit in size W7.5/M6 and smaller are 9.5mm thick and 15 PSI, W8/M6.5 to W12/M10.5 11.5mm thick and 15 PSI, M11 and larger 11.5mm thick and 20 PSI. Nike claims that version 2 provides 18% more energy return as compared to the original Pegasus Plus, which did not have an Air Zoom unit. Due to its moderate weight and 10mm drop, the shoe is best suited to easy and uptempo runs, but may not be the best choice for faster workouts.

Price: $165 at Running Warehouse
Weight: 9.5oz, 270g (men’s size 10), 8.0oz, 226g (women’s size 8)
Stack Height: 38mm heel / 28mm forefoot

08/14/2026

I’ve been riding more this summer, as I’m currently in base training for the upcoming indoor track season. This has allowed me time to make some observations about how I feel on the bike. My position hasn’t changed since I switched saddles 8 years ago from the fizik Aliante to the Ergon – Beyond Better. SR Pro W for a wider nose and cutout. I haven’t changed my saddle, bar, or cleat position since changing saddles.

The main point I want to make here is that even though my position has been the same for years, I don’t always feel the same on the bike every day. This doesn’t mean my position needs adjusting. A few examples:

Heavy lifting or a hard run might change how I recruit my quads, hamstrings, and glutes on a given day (depending how tired or sore I am), and I sometimes feel like I’m pedaling differently or sitting on the saddle differently because of this.

I was dealing with some hip tightness a few months ago, and I ended up with saddle-related irritation on the opposite side for a couple of weeks until my hip loosened up, because of how my body was compensating.

One of the roads that I ride on frequently (Route 53 in Redding) was repaved a few years ago. It used to be smooth blacktop, but they replaced it with a very rough chip seal. If I do an 18 mile out and back on this road, my hands go numb. I don’t experience this any other time, just when riding on this road.

I’m a bike fitter and a physical therapist, which means I adjust a person’s bike to meet their body’s current needs, and I help people improve their mobility, strength, and endurance so they will be more comfortable on the bike. Not all cycling related pains can be fixed by adjusting the bike. You will feel different on the bike after a hard workout, especially if you’re a multi sport athlete or do harder strength workouts. If you have a new body related problem (like my thankfully short lived hip stiffness) you might feel like you need a new saddle, but what you really need to do is address the new musculoskeletal problem. Addressing the body first can save you $$$ in unneeded bike parts.

Now if only Redding would put some smooth blacktop down on 53…🤞

08/05/2026

Hoka Clifton Pro

Andrea reviews this newcomer from Hoka, which offers a healthy upgrade over the Clifton: https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/hoka-clifton-pro-review/

The Hoka Clifton Pro is a neutral daily trainer with a 46mm/38mm stack height, supercritical EVA foam that Hoka calls PROGLIDE+, a stiff platform, a moderate heel bevel and a late forefoot rocker. At 9.4oz for a men’s 9, it feels surprisingly light on foot for such a tall shoe. The PROGLIDE+ midsole provides mild compliance and resilience, allowing the shoe to have a relatively muted ride compared to what would be expected for its design. A new podular Super Abrasion Rubber outsole design provides excellent traction on wet roads and has so far shown better durability compared to other Hoka shoes with more exposed midsole. The stiff platform and moderate weight make it best for easy miles.

Price: $164.95 at Running Warehouse
Weight: 9.4oz, 266g (men’s size 9), 8.1oz, 230g (women’s size 8)
Stack Height: 46mm heel / 38mm forefoot

07/30/2026

New Balance SuperComp Elite v6

Andrea and Matt review the latest update to New Balance's super shoe: https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/new-balance-supercomp-elite-v6-review/

The New Balance SC Elite v6 is a super racing shoe that features New Balance's new Infinion foam. With the more responsive midsole material, aggressive rocker geometry, wider forefoot sole flaring, and lighter weight, v6 is a versatile super racing shoe that will work well for 5k through the marathon. The upper features an even thinner mesh material than v5, but one that still provides a more comfortable toe box fit than many racing shoes. The narrow rearfoot and midfoot platform may be too narrow for some runners, similar to the issues many had in the Nike Vaporfly 3. For those who land further forward, the much wider and stiff forefoot provides a more stable landing and a propulsive ride.

Price: $274.99 at Running Warehouse
Weight: 6.7 oz, 190g (men’s size 9.5), 5.5oz, 155g (women’s size 7)
Stack Height: 40mm heel / 32mm forefoot

07/05/2026

A post from Jeff Dengate about the Empire State Building Run Up reminded me of when I did the race in 2009 and 2010. 86 flights of pure pain. NYRR required an application for the elite field and I was let in as a professional cyclist. I didn’t have anywhere to train on stairs and the race was in February, so I just did my usual bike training and threw in a couple of runs each week. The first year was a learning curve for ideal stair climbing technique (two at a time, pulling on the hand rails) but the second year I figured it out and was 11th in the elite field. The start was crazy - you started in the lobby of the building and then sprinted 20 feet to the narrow stairwell door. It was definitely an elbows out situation! I wore some Saucony racing flats back then, but I wonder what the best shoes are now for these races. Anyone out there doing them? Let me know what you’re racing in!

07/04/2026

Andrea doesn't just fit bikes. She listens to your concerns and keeps working to make your bike even more comfortable. That's the difference between good and exceptional service.

06/13/2026

Congratulations to coaching client (and favorite younger sister) Leah for her half marathon in brutal conditions this morning! She nailed her nutrition and paced the race impeccably, despite 75F temps and a 65F dew point. I am so impressed by her hard work and dedication to training, particularly because she gets most of her runs in after her little ones are asleep. Onward to the Quad-City Times Bix 7!

05/16/2026

Outdoor season opener at today! I raced the 400, coming in at 64” and matching my high school PR! I felt strong and didn’t blow up the last 100, so I’m very happy with my race. This is the first 400 I’ve done since high school and I had a blast. I was 2nd OA female and 1st CT athlete. My outdoor season is focused on the 800, but hopefully I’ll be able to do another 400 before the season ends.

Shoes: Victory 2
Race crop and shorts:

05/09/2026

I draw on my 20 years of experience as a physical therapist and 13 years of experience as a bike fitter when working with clients. I raced professionally on the road and raced CX, XC MTB, and on the track. I’ve personally dealt with the pain of not having the right saddle, shoe and cleat fit issues, and a neck injury that resulted in a year off the bike and changes to my fit. Thousands of hours in the saddle help me understand what you are going through with your riding. Nothing makes me happier than to help someone feel more comfortable on the bike.

Fits are booked for May and are now booking into mid June. If you need an appointment, send me a message to schedule!

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