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First time using spurs

DC10

DC10

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Today was my first time practicing with spurs. Perhaps I need to record a short video which may give more insight, but the top of the shin pads were pressing against my shins hard enough that it was quite uncomfortable.

Am I angling too much with my gaffs? Should I adjust the position of my shin cups? Something else?

I’ll figure it out either way and am looking forward to getting more efficient with my spurs. Just thought asking for advice might speed things up. DDC3C696-2E35-47CA-B006-F9D45A8025D0.jpeg
 
What kind of spurs are you using?


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Did you modify the straps?


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Seriously though, have you used spurs before?


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Maybe you could try to shorten the length of the the upright where the shin guard is.


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You could deffinetly adjust the height of the shin pad. I would put it about an inch or so below the knee. My kiwis are very comfy
 
I am not an expert with spurs, but it helped me to practice on smaller diameter soft trees (like pines). I was able to work around the tree easier and work on finding the best angle to prevent the pressure you are describing. I know it sounds crazy but smaller diameter pine trees were the ticket for me getting comfortable with mine.

Hope this helps.
 
Never seen nor used kiwis but as previously mentioned try raising your shin cup so it's right below your knee..
also it's hard to tell from the pic but it seems like you may be leaning pretty far back away from the tree try pulling yourself into the tree closer so you are in more of a vertical position and it will transfer some of that pressure you are feeling on your shins to the bottom of your feet.

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