recommendation on clipless pedals.
 

i am planning to get a road bike right now, im pretty much set with frames and groupos
but im not sure what to get for clipless pedals.

i am trying to find the clipless pedals for my new road bike and track bikes that i own.

any recommendation on pedals? and shoes..

my budget is under $150.

thank you!:thumb:

Look Keo.

Oh, and it's either "Group" or "Gruppo"

oh thanks for the correction!

+1 for Keo pedals.

I've ridder both the Look Keo and Time RXS carbon. Time was much better for me. Here's why:

The Look cleats were "unstable." It's hard to explain this correctly, but the center rubber piece of the Look cleat that actually touches the shoe is not wide enough and can cause some "rocking" motion of the shoe. This probably does not happen to every rider since a lot of people like the pedals. I had problems with this and had to stop using the pedals.

Time also has the advantages of easier clip in/clip out (once you learn it) and pedaling also feels a bit more efficient (this could be my imagination though...).

If the Looks work for you then they are the cheaper choice. Time worked better for me.

Look Keo for me. Not that I've tried anything else but SPDs...

And I think the Looks have very spring high tension in comparison to other comparable pedals so it would work for track (assuming racing) also.

Under $150 would be Keo Sprints; I hope that budget does not cover shoes... because I spent that much plus some change on shoes. Shimano R something or other is what I have.

If that $150 is to cover all your bikes (2 pairs of pedals and 1 pair of shoes) and you don't race, then get some mtb shoes and pedals. Nashbar sells SPD style shoes for around $30 a pair. SPD compatible shoes will cost you another $60 but you can't really put a price on being able to walk (road shoes make you feel like an elf on ice...). Plus shipping, you will have another $15 or so for whatever else.

yeah i am trying to buy sidi shoes. 5.5 geniuse maybe.

so i guess keo sprints..

I'd take a look at Look(wut) Keo Classics as well. Cheaper and are more favorably reviewed. *shrug*

Speedplay Frogs. Just because I've never seen this thread answered with that.

+1 on the Time RXS or RXE family. Simple, bulletproof, solid as a rock, cleats are non-slippery if you have to walk on them, they have float, low maintenance, tolerant of dirt or sand, don't squeak or creak, cleats are cheap to replace, no need for "coffee shop covers". Only downside is they are not always the easiest to clip into.

See Nashbar...For my first set of clipless pedals I bought a pair of the magnesium Ventoux 2s. They look and feel nice.

Lightweight magnesium The Ventoux 2Mag is Look* cleat compatible. It features nine degrees of float, adjustable release tension and sealed bearings. Cleats are included. Magnesium body with Cro Mo axle. 308g. $34.99
http://www.nashbar.com/nashbar_photo...M2-S-ANGLE.jpg
The Z series Titanium pedals are finest, lightest prettiest dang pedals Nashbar has ever come out with! From the hand polished aluminum body to the CNC machined Ti spindle the Z1 screams speed! Dual outboard bearings, one sealed cartridge, the other a needle roller type roll fast and smooth. The outboard placement of the bearings handle all the power you can put to them. Binding tension is adjustable from 80-150 kfg/cm. 3 bolt Look type cleats give you the feel and rotation you look for. 248g/pr Compare @ $224.95. Item No. » NS-Z17T Reg $139.99 Now $99.99 28% Off
http://www.nashbar.com/nashbar_photo...-NCL-ANGLE.jpg

Are you planning on commuting with it, or just using it for training/weekend rides?
If it's for the former, I highly recommend a MTB pedal, like the SPD (Shimano Pedal Dynamics) pedal. The best thing about these is that they allow you to walk (much easier). For the latter, get a proper road pedal (Look system is most popular). The increased pedal surface and improved contact allow a much smoother pedal stroke, at the expense of walkability.

Frogs rock!!

Based on a friend's experience, +1 on the Nashbars

+1, but the 9* of float sucks. Immediately replaced with black Look cleats

Colorado Cyclist has the Time RX5 for $163.99. I am researching going to clipless on my bike from super record clip pedals. Considering Campy Record as they have 6 degrees of float or you can go to no float and the above company is $40 cheaper than any place else I have tried.

For road bike use Shimano SPD-SL is hard to beat. Some people like Shimano, some like Look, there both good. I like the fact that the Shimano cleats are a little better for walking around than the Look cleats because the Shimano cleats have walking pontoons built in. I also find that Shimano shoes are the most comfortable for me. For track use the SPD-SL's are fine for most riders but if you become an elite track sprinter then you will need something with stronger retention than SPD-SL. The previous SPD-R system is still popular for track use due to its stronger retention. SPD-R is actually a little difficult to clip in and out so for road use its not really popular at all.

Regards, Anthony

look keo sprints at pbk for $81.56 with free delivery. this is a very good deal. i use them and like them.

I got some run of the mill Shimano shoes and clips for less that $150.00 and love them. The LBS tried to talk me into all of the upgraded stuff, but I am just starting so I went with starter level gear. For road riding, I would strongly recommend going with a road shoe. They are much more supporting of your foot.

Yes you will fall at least once as you try to unclip. At least once.

look keo classic

Check eBay for the Carbon Keos. Should be able to find a set within your budget.

For road pedals...if you are new to them...I would recommend something along the Look platform. By that I mean Look Keo series or Shimano SPD-SL series pedals.

Many reports indicate very poor life with the keo series cleat. Culiminating with CyLowe97 breaking one with few miles on them while on a ride with me once. Not nearly as durable as their old Delta series, but more than adequate if you pay attention to them.

For this reason I tend to recommend the Shimano SPD-SL series pedals. I would purchase them from probikekit.com (PBK).

Welcome and enjoy.....

....oh and before posting your first "I fell over" thread I would recommend simply searching for them and reading to your heart's content. It happens to everyone...eventually.

For $150, you can get Keo Carbons@PBK: http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=A1468

They're excellent.

Time RXS... I don't know why everyone looks past them :speedy:

Performance has those priced at almost $80 beyond the OP's stated price range. I'd guess that's why.

I'm a Crank Brothers disciple. Road biking isn't really their thing, but they offer a large variety of pedal designs for different purposes that are all compatible with the same cleats, so you can have one pair of shoes and more than one bike.

I found this useful when I wanted to get some pedals for my commuter that would work with clipless shoes, but were also rideable with regular walking shoes. The Crank Brothers Mallets allow this, and the Egg Beaters, Candy or Quattro pedals are all suitable for road biking. I understand the Quattros were discontinued recently, so you may be able to find a deal on them.