Need help with pedal choice...
08-08-09, 11:41 PM
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Need help with pedal choice...
I resigned myself to wearing MTB shoes, as I need to be able to walk around from time to time, and don't want to deal with cleat covers...
not real worried about cost here, just looking at easiest pedals to clip into, getting out of any pedal is not an issue for me... ideally two sided I suppose would be a plus...
is float a good thing or not good...?
throw out your suggestions...
i assume with a MTB shoe, you're pedal selection becomes more limited...
help out a confused "sole" here...
not real worried about cost here, just looking at easiest pedals to clip into, getting out of any pedal is not an issue for me... ideally two sided I suppose would be a plus...
is float a good thing or not good...?
throw out your suggestions...
i assume with a MTB shoe, you're pedal selection becomes more limited...
help out a confused "sole" here...
08-08-09, 11:59 PM
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08-09-09, 05:03 AM
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I recommend Crank Brothers quattros provided that you can still have them through backcountry outlet (CB discontinued the quattro pedals). Easy to get in and out, also has a three hole adapter just in case you change your mind and buy a road shoe down the road.
08-09-09, 07:04 AM
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I have to walk around and like the double sided entry of MTB pedals. I bought a set of Shimano SPD-M's for around $50. I have noticed that several people on my Wednesday night ride also use Shimano MTB pedals.
08-09-09, 07:10 AM
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If you're opting for MTB shoes, the best two choices IMO are Time ATAC and Look MTB pedals. I run Time ATAC pedals and they perform beautifully. They are also insanely durable. I've had some Eggbeaters and they were nice but I prefer a pedal that's a little more secure/solid-feeling. They also seem more prone to damage than other pedal options. I also had a pretty decent pair of Shimano SPD pedals and I HATED them. Worst clipless I've ever ridden.
08-09-09, 09:11 AM
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I agree these rock and are so much better than spd
08-09-09, 09:17 AM
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I really like my Speedplay Frogs. I'm using cheap Performance branded shoes and have had no problems with hot spots.
08-09-09, 09:21 AM
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what do the Time ATAC cleats look like...?
same as my Shimano SPD's...?
same as my Shimano SPD's...?
08-09-09, 09:39 AM
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would ATAC's cause any issues with engaging with these shoes...?
this is what i'm currently using with some cheap Shimano SPD's...
this is what i'm currently using with some cheap Shimano SPD's...
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Shimano M520s are very, very cheap and work really well. Since they're so cheap to replace you can ride them to death and then toss them for less than the cost of servicing more expensive pedals.
Unless you're worried about weight I don't see the justification in spending more on MTB pedals for the road. For off-road you need to consider mud-clearing and durability becomes more of an issue but as long as you're comfortable with the float SPDs offer, I don't think you can go far wrong with them.
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Unless you're worried about weight I don't see the justification in spending more on MTB pedals for the road. For off-road you need to consider mud-clearing and durability becomes more of an issue but as long as you're comfortable with the float SPDs offer, I don't think you can go far wrong with them.
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08-09-09, 09:50 AM
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Shimano M520s are very, very cheap and work really well. Since they're so cheap to replace you can ride them to death and then toss them for less than the cost of servicing more expensive pedals.
Unless you're worried about weight I don't see the justification in spending more on MTB pedals for the road. For off-road you need to consider mud-clearing and durability becomes more of an issue but as long as you're comfortable with the float SPDs offer, I don't think you can go far wrong with them.
Matthew
Unless you're worried about weight I don't see the justification in spending more on MTB pedals for the road. For off-road you need to consider mud-clearing and durability becomes more of an issue but as long as you're comfortable with the float SPDs offer, I don't think you can go far wrong with them.
Matthew
As for hot spots, I've never had a problem with it. But I ride a carbon soled shoe.
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08-09-09, 10:20 AM
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I recommend Speedplay Frogs. I started with spd with limited resistive float and just couldn't get the cleat positioning perfect so my knees wouldn't hurt. The Frogs have plenty of float and are super easy to clip in and clip out of. I've been saved from a fall several times because they are easy to clip out of when I'm sure I'd have fallen with my spds. Best of all, no knee pain.
08-09-09, 10:51 AM
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I have used Speedplay frogs (on my road and MTB) since 1996. On my road bike I have 25,000 on one pair and they are still going strong.
If you are using mtb pedals only so you can get a shoe that is easy to walk around in, consider this shoe: Lake CX 125. I use them and like them a lot
Store that has themhttps://bicyclesource.us/itemdetails.cfm?libid=43997
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If you are using mtb pedals only so you can get a shoe that is easy to walk around in, consider this shoe: Lake CX 125. I use them and like them a lot
Store that has themhttps://bicyclesource.us/itemdetails.cfm?libid=43997
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08-09-09, 11:03 AM
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Crankbrothers on my bikes. I love the quattros on the road bike. Im the only one it seems thats rides on them in the group i ride with. I seem to always be the first to clip in, while others are fighting with looks and shimano.
