Being that I can't stand my squeaky Keo's any more, I'm in the market for a new pedal and the Ritchey Echelon caught my eye. I like that it uses Keo cleats which are readily available and I like the fact I haven't read anything about chronic squeaking problems. Other than the noise my Keo's are great.

Looking at the pedal, it looks like it has a MUCH longer spindle than the Looks & Shimanos I've used before. Is this in fact the case, or am I overestimating the difference? With the trend moving toward BB30 to narrow the Q-angle, or whatever it's called, wouldn't a long-spindled pedal negate this advantage?

Any input from those with experience/knowledge about the Ritchey pedals is appreciated.