Pedal Question
 

The main reason I came to this forum was a question I have. The 2001 Univega Modo Volare I have came with Wellgo pedals and I am hoping to upgrade. They are proving to be a nuisance at times. They hold well, but are sometimes difficult to get in to and sometimes to get out of.

Talking to people you get a lot of opinions. Some like Speedplay, but I prefer a bigger surface.

The next two pedals are either the Campagnolo Record Pro Fit Plus Titanium Road Pedals (or Centaur or Chorus) or the Shimamo Durace or Integra.

The Integra and Chorus run about the same price, as do the Record Pro Fit Plus and Durace.

Funny, but the Cycle shops all seem to recommend the pedal they have in stock.

Can you guys help? Will they be significantly better than the Wellgo's?

Which pedal do you prefer Shimamo Durace or Campagnolo Record Pro Fit Plus Titanium Road Pedals?

The type of cycling I do is road work. Between 10 and 35 miles is usually, with longer rides thrown in. No racing. Too bad you can't try them and buy later.......

I like Speedplays, but you shouldn't go wrong with any of the others you mentioned. I think you mean "Ultegra" instead of Integra (Acura?).

If money were an issue, go with either the Ultegra or Chorus. There shouldn't be much difference between them and the higher versions besides weight and materials, I believe.

Your correct, I meant Ultegra

I use Shimano SPD on both road and mountain. but they have small platforms as well so probably no good for you.

Shawn

Anything better than Wellgo pedals. They are the worst.What type of shoes are you usung. If your using MYB shoes run don't walk and get a pair of crankbrothers candy SL's. The campy pedals have also gotten a lot of good reviews in this forum. Dump those wellgo's:)

The shoes are Nike Stelvio. They seem to OK. My feet have never hurt of had any hot spots, even on long rides.

I use Ultegra pedals - click the link in my signature for pics...

Heres why:
- large platform
- excellent performance on a par with DA (same except about 20g more weight)
- bomproof
- look nice even after hammering
- getting spare cleats and/or slip plates is easy
- match my groupset!

I use Nike Lance shoes which are also pretty good and they are such a comfy combo with the Ultegra pedals.

I picked up a pair of the Look KEOs relatively cheaply (they are pretty darn expensive for pedals, unfortunately) and -really- like them.

- Warren

I have a pair of Wellgo brand pedal that are the "Look" style and they have worked fine for me for over a year. I am pretty sure that Wellgo provides performance with their Forte classic pedals.

I am even considering buying a second pair of the pedals from Performance (rebrand with the Forte brand name) for my touring bike.

I like the large platform, so far none of the 2 bolt style cleat and pedals system work for me.

Does anyone know if there is a review somewhere I can read. Bicycle magazine used to do them. Maybe another site I missed? I tried:
http://www.bicycletest.com/about.asp

But they look like they are starting up. Not much there. However John Peters did write:

“I like the new Shimano's. Low profile with a sizable platform and same
3-hole Delta standard for installation that can be found on just about every
road shoe around. The Campy might be a good choice just to keep the bike all
Campy. I don't think you'll loose with either system.”

If you know of reviews that I could read, let me know.

Thanks!

I second the ultegras... I have them on my otherwise DA10 bikes. 30 grams is a very small amount when you are talking a 90 dollar difference in price. Plus I actually like the look of the ultegras about as much as the DA.

Go for the Dura-Ace. For the difference in price over Ultegra you get a smoother pedal action and increased durability.

I think you meant you're (not your.)

Yes, YOU'RE correct.....AGAIN! :( :D

If you weigh above 180, that may limit your choices, if not, go for anything. I personally prefer a larger platformed pedal myself, so speedplays have never been my cup of tea.

I second the Look Keo's and you can get them here for about $112 plus $15 shipping http://www.probikekit.com/index.php

I have Time pedals and like them alot. I haven't been riding long so it isn't like I've tried a lot of pedals, but I like these. Here is a link: http://www.bikesomewhere.com/bikesom...rge/77/363/852

I'm 6'2" and 198 lbs. The mechanic at LBS suggested I get these because I was a bigger rider and the platform was a bit larger. He felt they would help keep me from developing hot spots. They have been very comfortable and reliable.

I have been thinking about the post left by Ben Cousins

Ben, to answer your first question:
“Univega - have you tried adjusting the pedals”: Yes, and lubricated them too.

Second question: “or are you dead set on spending silly money?”

Interesting phrase “spending Silly Money”.

I guess Ben hit it on the head. The whole issue I am trying to get to is that I have Wellgo pedals. They are the set that came with the bike and probably the feature I felt could use an upgrade.

Are they horrible, no. But my foot gets jammed occasionally trying to exit and getting in is a real pain in the butt. My friend has a set of CAmpys and enters a lot smoother than me.
So after some research I am wondering if I purchased a set of Campy or Shimano pedals would it be “Silly money” or are they “that much better” to justify the cost.

I guess I was hoping someone here could say:
I had a bike with Wellgo pedals, switched to Campy and now have Shimano. They are (or are NOT) worth the money for this reason……

So I am NOT set on “spending silly money”. Will entry be easier? Will exits be smoother. Will buying a set be worth my hard earned money?

I wanted to share this reply from John Peters of /www.bicycletest.com.:

"It seems to me that you can pedal your bike fine, so why spend the money at all? What is silly money? That definition depends on how much you make. You seem to have answered your own question by stating that your friends campy pedals are smoother in and out. So if that’s what you want, buy the campy pedals or learn how to trackstand at lights so in/out is less of an issue.



Are the Campy or Shimano pedals better? I would say yes. Should you spend the money, well that’s ultimately up to you. Like I said, the Wellgo’s aren’t keeping you from riding your bike. If money is a big issue just keep the ones you have. It’s the law of diminishing returns. A pedal that cost twice as much is maybe only ¼ better that the other."

Are the 2009 Campy or Shimano pedals better? Worth the money? Alternatives?

Holy four year bump, batman!

:)

At least he searched!

Come on guys...Focus! :lol:
I need help here.

FWIW, my wife didn't have any problems with her Welgo spd pedals in over 1000 miles of use. I recently upgraded her to the basic Shimano double sided spd as a gift. Functionally they were fine, but I'd be concerned that they would not hold up long term and I felt she would benefit from a double sided pedal.

Her only problems clipping in and out were related to screws backing out of her cleats. Just a little bit and it messes things up; once, she could not unclip and had to remove her shoe. You might want to check that first.

Regarding which pedals to buy: there is no right answer because different designs help specific issues. My wife uses spd for everything. I've used spd for casual riding and Speedplay lights for longer distance road use.

However, I just switched to Frogs for the casual/touring stuff because my right knee became aggravated when I exceeded ~25 miles on spd pedals. It was the right move for me because I had no issues in a recent 300 mile week long supported tour.