u/Frequent_Throat5280

Just got a set of Grizzla Syncs. Man, setting up pads is such a pain in the ass sometimes. I've got big feet and have always had trouble with pads extending beyond the velcro on my Lynx.

I'm having trouble finding balance between getting the rear pads tight enough to create the heel-lock effect without freaking me out about mounting, or even dismounting. It only takes one experience where my free leg takes a moment longer to pop out to give me a little heart attack and anxiety about dismounting.

Those who ride these style of pads, how does the heel lock feel to you? How does accelerating feel, do you focus on raising your heels, focus on your tip toes? Should I not be able to lift my heels from the pedal at all? Do you shift between "fully locked in" and a little loose with a foot movement or something?

Right now my heels can lift a little and I can mount easily enough, but I don't think I'm getting the intended effect, I'm just tip-toeing to accelerate hard. About to try lowering the rear pads a bit further but I have some anxiety about mounting/dismounting with the tighter fit.