I know it's against the stereotypical bicyclist, but I'm a heavy person who rides/works out a lot. I ride about 50-100 miles per week and work out 6 days per week, I'm rapidly losing weight but never the less I am a heavy person and will be for a while.

Anyhow, I am looking at buying some clipless pedals and was wondering what kinds of pedals heavier people are using (if there are any in this forum). I was looking at the Speedplay X2/X3 or Frogs but wasn't sure about their strength under intense weight. Anyone else have any input or ideas on this? I obviously have to buy shoes as well so I can get whatever mates well with the pedals I buy. I want something that is going to last a few years and I'm not opposed to maintanence. Having never had clipless pedals but having a less than perfect ankle I think I'm going to want pedals with some decent float, that's why I was looking at the speedplay. I'm a little concerned about the ease of entry and exit of these though.

Any information/insights that people can share would be greatly appreciated. Thanks all ...

Sean
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