Originally Posted by
jgwilliams
If you're new to SPD's you may not be aware that you have to twist the heel of the shoe outwards to release it. I believe you can now get SPD cleats that can be released by pulling straight up but, honestly, if you start using them you'll quickly get used to that twist and release action.
Not correct. At an angle yes, but not straight up. They're silver, the SH56 model, 'multi release'. The black ones are SH51, 'standard release'...just straight to the side.