Seeking clip-in pedal recommendations
12-19-20, 04:03 PM
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Seeking clip-in pedal recommendations
Looking for some clip in recommendations for a soon to be first timer. Based on initial research selection seems to be personal preference, but looking for some direction.
Ride is a 93 Moser SLX Team, would like to get something in-keeping with the era, but am ultimately looking for functionality over appearance.
initial thoughts were some second hand Look Keo 2s
6’ 200lbs (90kgs)
any advice appreciated
Ride is a 93 Moser SLX Team, would like to get something in-keeping with the era, but am ultimately looking for functionality over appearance.
initial thoughts were some second hand Look Keo 2s
6’ 200lbs (90kgs)
any advice appreciated
12-19-20, 04:41 PM
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Looking for some clip in recommendations for a soon to be first timer. Based on initial research selection seems to be personal preference, but looking for some direction.
Ride is a 93 Moser SLX Team, would like to get something in-keeping with the era, but am ultimately looking for functionality over appearance.
initial thoughts were some second hand Look Keo 2s
6’ 200lbs (90kgs)
any advice appreciated
Ride is a 93 Moser SLX Team, would like to get something in-keeping with the era, but am ultimately looking for functionality over appearance.
initial thoughts were some second hand Look Keo 2s
6’ 200lbs (90kgs)
any advice appreciated
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12-19-20, 06:24 PM
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Thanks Litespud, funnily enough I missed a pair of the spd 9000 on eBay last week. Will re-visit them
12-19-20, 07:03 PM
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I find Time ATAC's very functional and reliable. Been using them for 10 to 12 years and they have never failed me and I have them on all my bikes, road and mountain.
12-20-20, 08:32 AM
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Speedplays came out in 1991 and the newer models really don't look outwardly much different -- eg. the light actions are still current.
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+1 for Speedplays, which I've ridden for years, previously on a '97 Bianchi, and since on my Domane. You may need to have your favorite shoes modified, as I did, but if your knees need max float, you'll appreciate this key characteristic of Speedplays..
12-20-20, 10:50 AM
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In the same way that it's relatively OK to put a modern kitchen (recessed lights, slab countertops, etc.) in a period house,
pedals can get a pass on a vintage bike unless it's a full-on eroica deal. Probably not using '90s shoes or tires...
pedals can get a pass on a vintage bike unless it's a full-on eroica deal. Probably not using '90s shoes or tires...
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One per side. And ... wear shoes with compatible cleats. One per foot.
12-20-20, 05:42 PM
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speedplay Zeros for over a decade and I am a total fan.
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Have been riding Look Deltas for a million years and clipping in and out was a no brainer. Bought Look’s latest to replace the Deltas, but they are a step backwards. Clipping in can be a PITA. Not recommended.
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12-21-20, 03:17 AM
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I have Look Delta, Keo and Shimano SPD-SL.
I wouldn't recommend the Look Delta unless you really want period correct and don't mind the main drawback -- walking on Look Delta style cleats is like ice skating in high heels, but the heels are on the toes. Just setting a foot down carelessly can dump us if the foot slides out.
Go for the Keo or SPD-SL, they're all basically variations of the Look Delta cleat (but different enough that they aren't interchangeable), but improved for short walks, and better grip on pavement setting a foot down. The rubbery tips also make the float less noticeable -- they're slightly grippier.
Clipping in/out, they all feel about the same to me. The main difference is float. The old red/orange Look Delta style cleats have a ton of float, which some people like and others don't. SPD-SL has less float but enough to do the job and make foot position less critical.
I keep meaning to ditch the Look Delta pedals on my '89 steel road bike, but I kinda like 'em. I'm just accustomed to them now. But every time I wear out a set of cleats I think it's time to switch every bike to one type of pedal/cleat system so all my shoes are usable on every bike.
I wouldn't recommend the Look Delta unless you really want period correct and don't mind the main drawback -- walking on Look Delta style cleats is like ice skating in high heels, but the heels are on the toes. Just setting a foot down carelessly can dump us if the foot slides out.
Go for the Keo or SPD-SL, they're all basically variations of the Look Delta cleat (but different enough that they aren't interchangeable), but improved for short walks, and better grip on pavement setting a foot down. The rubbery tips also make the float less noticeable -- they're slightly grippier.
Clipping in/out, they all feel about the same to me. The main difference is float. The old red/orange Look Delta style cleats have a ton of float, which some people like and others don't. SPD-SL has less float but enough to do the job and make foot position less critical.
I keep meaning to ditch the Look Delta pedals on my '89 steel road bike, but I kinda like 'em. I'm just accustomed to them now. But every time I wear out a set of cleats I think it's time to switch every bike to one type of pedal/cleat system so all my shoes are usable on every bike.
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If you don't mind SPD on a road bike, maybe the Shimano A520. IMO, the silver metal would look better on a vintage bike than a plastic pedal. Cleats last forever and you can walk w/o issues.
12-23-20, 12:17 PM
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Looking for some clip in recommendations for a soon to be first timer. Based on initial research selection seems to be personal preference, but looking for some direction.
Ride is a 93 Moser SLX Team, would like to get something in-keeping with the era, but am ultimately looking for functionality over appearance.
initial thoughts were some second hand Look Keo 2s
6’ 200lbs (90kgs)
any advice appreciated
Ride is a 93 Moser SLX Team, would like to get something in-keeping with the era, but am ultimately looking for functionality over appearance.
initial thoughts were some second hand Look Keo 2s
6’ 200lbs (90kgs)
any advice appreciated
For what it's worth, I think the R9ks would be a little overkill for your bike.
12-23-20, 08:08 PM
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12-26-20, 06:49 PM
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Thanks for the help guys.
I invested in some cheap spd-7401s paired with some fizik shoes and yellow cleats. This will get me started inexpensively. I plan to do some more road work and light climbing on this bike over the next 6 months.
After looking at the m324s more closely I kind of wish I had gone for those cleats and pedals. This bike will eventually revert to a commuter and weekender - I feel these pedals will work perfectly for this.
I invested in some cheap spd-7401s paired with some fizik shoes and yellow cleats. This will get me started inexpensively. I plan to do some more road work and light climbing on this bike over the next 6 months.
After looking at the m324s more closely I kind of wish I had gone for those cleats and pedals. This bike will eventually revert to a commuter and weekender - I feel these pedals will work perfectly for this.
