Originally Posted by
ScottRiqui
I'm new to clipless pedals, and am using an SPD-SL setup. Prior to my first ride, I set the release tension to its lowest setting - as long as I don't start having problems with my shoes spontaneously coming unclipped, is there any reason to ever increase the tension from its lowest setting?
The point is ALWAYS, only to increase tension of you pull out. You always want the easiest release pressure you can have.
With Shimano SpD MTB pedals the cheap ones release easily and are pretty difficult to get into. The high performance pedals are exactly the opposite - they are easy to enter and damned hard to release. After you are experienced enough to automatically release without thinking about it, you can change. The most common cause of mishaps with clipless users is not being able to get out in time. to put a foot down and avoid a fall.