Platform Center Offset help

Hi!

Can you help me identifying how to improve my current Platform Center Offset readings?

As you can see in the pic attached, currently my left pedal efforts are quite deviated.

Please check my latest activity: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/3250611129 ciq.forums.garmin.com/.../1438325.png

0 davroca over 6 years ago

Just went for a test ride with normal shoes and the readings were normal on both sides/pedals, around +3/5.

Also I have both pedal separators mounted. Should I just remove them?

0 t_smit over 6 years ago

It will not matter much if you have the pedal spacers installed or not.

The PCO values are strongly affected by zero calibration. If you get suspicious PCO values then this should be your first action.
The current (3.50) firmware has an issue where PCO updates on the right side are slow. If you enable the torque-effectiveness / pedal smoothness feature then that works around the issue for the time being.

From the rider input point of view, PCO is also influenced by your knee tracking, and whether or not you twist your feet in the shoes as you pedal. If you think that your PCO readings are indicative of a 'fit' problem (and you are experiencing discomfort on the bike) then you should consult a qualified bicycle fit specialist, to see if a change in your position on the bike can alleviate the problem.