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What would you do
I recently joined a new gym in my area. They have spinning classes available, and I will probably do 3-5 classes a week...not to help with my cycling, but to help with the cardio. We have all new bikes (about 20 or so) with SPD pedals installed. Also, we have about 6 older bikes with look pedals. I ride Dura-Ace pedals on my Orbea, so my current shoes will not work on either bike. My options would be:
1) ride in tennis shoes (least desirable)
2) buy new shoes and have SPD cleats
3) buy new shoes and have Look cleats
4) Buy new shoes and switch my SPD-SL cleats to the new ones and put either SPD or Look on the old ones...
Also, if I get some SPD cleats, are there specific shoes that you can install those on? I mean, most shoes can accomodate Look and SPD-SL, correct?
Thanks,
mscycler
1) ride in tennis shoes (least desirable)
2) buy new shoes and have SPD cleats
3) buy new shoes and have Look cleats
4) Buy new shoes and switch my SPD-SL cleats to the new ones and put either SPD or Look on the old ones...
Also, if I get some SPD cleats, are there specific shoes that you can install those on? I mean, most shoes can accomodate Look and SPD-SL, correct?
Thanks,
mscycler
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#4 works well.
Here's your chance to upgrade and increase functionality.
The other option is to take your own pedals and a wrench.
Who has time to do that 3- 5x per week?
Here's your chance to upgrade and increase functionality.
The other option is to take your own pedals and a wrench.
Who has time to do that 3- 5x per week?
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Yeah, the pedal thing is obviously the cheapest route, but I don't know...I sure don't want to take my pedal wrench and a set of pedals up there every time I want to spin.
I am leaning toward upgrading my shoes...my current ones are the first ones I bought and have about 1200 miles on them (shimano something or other...cheap (like $79))...
Just have to pass this off to the boss at home...
mscycler
I am leaning toward upgrading my shoes...my current ones are the first ones I bought and have about 1200 miles on them (shimano something or other...cheap (like $79))...
Just have to pass this off to the boss at home...
mscycler
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If you want some hand me downs I've got a pair of Nashbar Shadow shoes that will fit both of those cleat designs. They would probably be ideal for a spin class. If you want 'em, they're yours.
Edit: I suppose size would be helpful... They are 44's
Edit: I suppose size would be helpful... They are 44's
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They have spinning classes available, and I will probably do 3-5 classes a week...not to help with my cycling, but to help with the cardio.
Don't underestimate the spinning classes. I did a two hour class the other day. They're still mopping the sweat off the floors.
Don't underestimate the spinning classes. I did a two hour class the other day. They're still mopping the sweat off the floors.
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Dude...I appreciate the offer. I have tried those shoes in a 44, and they didn't fit. I bought those to begine with, and then bought the Shimano...in a 44, and they fit fine.
Really, I appreciate the offer, but will have to decline.
Thanks again,
mscycler
Really, I appreciate the offer, but will have to decline.
Thanks again,
mscycler
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Originally Posted by tg3895
They have spinning classes available, and I will probably do 3-5 classes a week...not to help with my cycling, but to help with the cardio.
Don't underestimate the spinning classes. I did a two hour class the other day. They're still mopping the sweat off the floors.
Don't underestimate the spinning classes. I did a two hour class the other day. They're still mopping the sweat off the floors.
mscycler
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Not a problem. The 44's are a bit snug. I bought some Shimano in the same size and they fit like a glove.
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I usually go twice a week. I personally would buy some cheap shoes with spd cleats solely for spinning. Its pretty impressive how big a difference going to those classes can do, especially if you try to push yourself.
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Originally Posted by snowdog650
I think I would just ride my bike instead.
I never said I was going to stop riding and go strictly to the spin classes...
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There is also:
5) Buying a cheap pair of SPD-SL pedals and installing them on semi-permanent load to the gym.
Swapping pedals is a pain, and this will save you money over buying shoes (considering you can either sell the pedals later or put them on your next, beater bike). Personally, my feet/legs seem to be sensitive to shoe/pedals switches (they don't like rocking in SPD's), but most people aren't as...er, delicate...as I am.
Plus other Ultegra/Dura Ace riders could use them, which might give you a warm, fuzzy, do-gooder feeling (although, admittedly, for the price you're paying, the gym should considering buying them for you).
Just one more idea.
5) Buying a cheap pair of SPD-SL pedals and installing them on semi-permanent load to the gym.
Swapping pedals is a pain, and this will save you money over buying shoes (considering you can either sell the pedals later or put them on your next, beater bike). Personally, my feet/legs seem to be sensitive to shoe/pedals switches (they don't like rocking in SPD's), but most people aren't as...er, delicate...as I am.
Plus other Ultegra/Dura Ace riders could use them, which might give you a warm, fuzzy, do-gooder feeling (although, admittedly, for the price you're paying, the gym should considering buying them for you).
Just one more idea.
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Definitely get some new shoes and SPDs. There are a ton on "indoor" cycling shoe style out there with recessed cleats. I have a very old pair of nike "combis"....SPD with recessed cleat, very easy to walk in. It was really nice to have a spinning specific set of shoes - I could get dressed at home, drive to the gym (yes even in bike shoes - makes clutch work more interesting ), and take of my sweats and get right on the bike. I miss the spinning classes - they were a heck of a workout!