What are these pedals?
 

I'm just curious what pedal system these are. I am not very familiar with the different types, and I didn't see a model number or much identification on them. I just want to know what sort of cleats and shoes I should be looking for.
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/9100/img1573u.jpg
http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/4906/img1574z.jpg

They look like they use SPD type cleats.

that was my guess. thanks for the input.

I wouldn't go ahead and pick up some shimano SPD cleats though. When I bought some new shoes to go with used pedals that included cleats, I was told that the ones that were with them won't work with the pedals. They look like SPD cleats only have some funny ridges on them. Now I have useless cleats :twitchy:

Also, I am completely aware that made no sense whatsoever.

There was a company called VIP from Taiwan and they offered a pedal of this type. The marking in the center of the removable plate may shed some light.

Shimano generally puts its name & model number somewhere on its products.

The system looks very much like SPD, but the cleats have a different profile. Neither system interfaces with the other although there is a noise/feel which may give the sensation of clipping in.

The shoe will pull right out.

There should be replacement cleats available but you have to get the specific VIP cleat.

I have a pair of SPD compatible pedals from Nashbar or Performance - looked exactly like this.

Wouldn't spend $ on cleats though if you can find a friend with SPDs to test out....

Actually VP, as in Victor Pedals. http://www.vpcomponents.com/FAQ.asp#4 Some of their pedals were/are SPD-compatible, some not.

The OP's pedals are early Ritchey Logic pedals, SPD-compatible and made by Wellgo, I think. Otherwise made by VP.

I second the Ritchey opinion, as they appear to have the Ritchey logo in the center of the pedal between the two screws.

http://www.ritcheylogic.com/img/logo_bug.gif

yeah, that's the logo. its also on the plug on the side

should these cleats work?
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product..._200277_200426

They should. You got any friends riding shimano SPD pedals? If so, have them try to clip into those pedals.