Anyone using Speedplay pedals?

[HardDrive]

I have Keo pedals, and I am DONE with them. I ride in an urban environment that requires me to be in and out of the pedals a great deal. The Keo's are a PIA to get into. I've tried different cleats, no joy.

Are the Speedplays easy to get in/out? They are double sided, yes?

I've tried Crank Bros, but they're too sloppy for my road bike.

[subwayrat356]

I have found speedplays to be great pedals, but not quick to get into at all. They are double sided. They have a lot of float (depending on how you orient the cleat) which took some getting used to. I would go with shimano mtb pedals for easy in/out.

[goat]

Did the speedplay route a while back. Really easy to get in and out, can get different models with all kinds of float or not. Downside the cleat on your foot can easily get clogged with dirt and requires time to clean out. At least with the road version.

[ski wagen]

I've used them for about 8 years now. Really like them -- lots of float to accomodate the variations in your individual pedal stroke physiology. No problems getting in our out of. Used Time pedals for about a decade prior.

[RPKESQ]

The Speedplays work great for me. I have damaged knees and ankles so the adjustable float is a requirement. Strong, durable, easy to service.

[JFK713]

I've been using Frogs for years, very easy to get in and out of. They are much easier on my knees than my old XTR pedals, the adjustable float is very nice!

[subwayrat356]

I guess I had bad cleats or something. Everyone seems to have an easy time getting into them. I just left my shoes attached to the pedals they were such a PITA for me.

[krichard]

I have speedplays on my road bike and love them. I just put crank brothers on my mountain bike last week, replacing the spds I already had, and am wondering if I made a mistake. Way too much play for me. Anyone have some good suggestions for offroad pedals that are easy to get in and out of but don't have too much play?

[gtc]

Originally Posted by krichard

I have speedplays on my road bike and love them. I just put crank brothers on my mountain bike last week, replacing the spds I already had, and am wondering if I made a mistake. Way too much play for me. Anyone have some good suggestions for offroad pedals that are easy to get in and out of but don't have too much play?

I've always used SPD compatible pedals... the only time I've ever had trouble with them was in super sticky mud in Missouri.

The Time ATACs are much like the Eggbeaters, but with a little more resistance and less play, IMO.

[look 171]

Originally Posted by goat

Did the speedplay route a while back. Really easy to get in and out, can get different models with all kinds of float or not. Downside the cleat on your foot can easily get clogged with dirt and requires time to clean out. At least with the road version.

I have been riding Look pedal since they came out. remember clips and straps? I do not have any float and use black cleats. I am thinking it is about time I start riding again and not I want to try something new. I would like something like 2-3 degree max on my right. Getting old and soft. Do speed play have that and what model do you think. Have not look into it at all.

[dd74]

Originally Posted by HardDrive

I have Keo pedals, and I am DONE with them. I ride in an urban environment that requires me to be in and out of the pedals a great deal. The Keo's are a PIA to get into. I've tried different cleats, no joy.

Are the Speedplays easy to get in/out? They are double sided, yes?

I've tried Crank Bros, but they're too sloppy for my road bike.

I'll trade you my Speedplay for your Keo pedals. My Speedplays have been in a box in my garage for about two years.

Mine are titanium IIRC. Yes, they're double-sided. If you have touchy knees, they're the recommended pedal.

IMO, Speedplay has too much float for me. I like a pedal that's a PITA to get in and out of; it assures me I won't snap out nor will my foot move around when climbing or sprinting.

[billybek]

Originally Posted by RPKESQ

The Speedplays work great for me. I have damaged knees and ankles so the adjustable float is a requirement. Strong, durable, easy to service.

Exactly why I use them...

[HardDrive]

Originally Posted by dd74

I'll trade you my Speedplay for your Keo pedals. My Speedplays have been in a box in my garage for about two years.

Mine are titanium IIRC. Yes, they're double-sided. If you have touchy knees, they're the recommended pedal.

IMO, Speedplay has too much float for me. I like a pedal that's a PITA to get in and out of; it assures me I won't snap out nor will my foot move around when climbing or sprinting.

Already shipped the Keos off to my dad. Interested in selling yours?

[billwagnon]

Time ATAC are the bomb for mtb.

[dd74]

Originally Posted by HardDrive

Already shipped the Keos off to my dad. Interested in selling yours?

Sure. PM'd you.

[cantdrv55]

Guess I'm the cheapskate of the bunch because I use Performance's MTB SPD compatible pedals even when I road bike. I tried road shoes but they're too slippery for me. Perf's pedals cost $40 for the pair.

[Laneco]

Originally Posted by billwagnon

Time ATAC are the bomb for mtb.

+1. Actually, plus 5 as I have them on all five of my bikes. Road, cyclocross, mountain and tandem road. There are lighter pedals, but these are super easy to get in/out of, work when they're packed with mud and last forever. I use the mountain bike shoes on all the bikes, added weight and all. The additional weight is negated by having a real surface on the shoe to walk on for most of my use environments. If I got into all-out road racing, I'd probably go ahead and buy speedplays and light cycling shoes for that bike.

The ATAC's also let your cleat release by moving your foot toward the center, not just away from the center (twist to the inside or outside to release). Not all pedals release like in that fashion. This makes them really sweet for new users or urban settings. Or when you're off-road and you very quickly need to "vacate" the bike - if ya know what I mean!

angela