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Thread started by Rogue Rida at 09.6.07 - 11:18 pm

Ok Ridazz help me out! I just picked up a new road bike (Cannondale R5000) and the fucker did not come with pedals. I know there is some knowledge out there on buying these things so just send it this way! Also, if anyone has experience with some or have any reviews I would be uber appreciative.
I have had experience with clipless on my mountain bike and love them. I was wondering if anyone has comments on SPD, LOOK, and any other type of pedal that accepts cleats?

Thanks a bunch...


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only experience I have had is with SPD. I'm sure you want to ride that puppy right away. If you have SPD shoes already, I would suggest you put those on in the mean time, so that you can cruise your new bike around.

Then if you figure you want to go with something else, then do so. This may sound obvious, but I know when I buy something new, I want it to be just right, and sometimes I don't think of using what is in front of me.



sexy
09.6.07 - 11:38 pm

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Thanks Sexy... Yeah, I am pretty anxious to ride... I will swap out the ones on my mountain bike for the moment... Just lookin around to see what is out there.



Rogue Rida
09.6.07 - 11:50 pm

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Yeah, if you already got SPDs just use those.

If you want to go old school, or if you want to rock Vans, you can't go wrong with MKS GR-9s, toe clips a must.



cabhauler
09.6.07 - 11:56 pm

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Until you get all the poop from the REAL ridazz, you can take a look at this site,

http://www.roadbikereview.com/Pedals/PLS_2503crx.aspx



User1
09.7.07 - 12:10 am

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All new roadbikes come without Pedals since it is a very personal thing for most. (i suspect, its also a way to get extra $$ out of the rider too).

The Look Keo Classic is a very common Pedal and cleat system and also gives you a little more area for the bottom of the foot to step on. Some say that some of the smaller cleat systems can make your feet hurt because the pressure is focused on a smaller area.

Another consideration to note: Most cleats (as you probably know) are extend out from the bottom of the shoe, so walking around can be slippery or tricky. There are a few that have recessed systems so walking is easier, but i haven't heard that people were happy with them. - You can also buy rubber/plastic covers to through over the cleats which helps a little.

Last consideration, I did the LACM last week and riding with many different people of different skills and lots of stops and starts (sometimes suddenly) made it a little challenging at times clipping in and out. I actually will use platforms or toe cages for the next one. Makes it easier to hang out at the after parties too without having to bring an extra pair of shoes.

stevo



stevo4
09.7.07 - 7:27 am

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an interesting site, vaguely related to the topic

clipless pedal museum



dave
09.7.07 - 8:39 am

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MKS GR-9's get another vote from me...They are marketed towards wearing soft street shoes...

Go here for some pricing info...



Richard_Colossus
09.7.07 - 10:55 am

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Eh. Sorry about that... Try here.



Richard_Colossus
09.7.07 - 10:57 am

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Fuck me.

Just go to Bikeparts.com and use the search function...

Pedals
KMS
Road

Go!

Anyways, I'm sure some local shops carry these pedals...



Richard_Colossus
09.7.07 - 10:59 am

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If it's the bike I'm thinking of it's probably got Full DA, Why not just stick some DA pedals on?



franz
09.7.07 - 11:06 am

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I will add, although I have only used SPD, I do like the fact that I can easily walk around in them, in between riding. Although they are still not as stable to run around in, like if you where wearing tennis shoe, its not like "look" type, where you have to walk around like a deer.

I also like that certain (and I have these) spd, have platforms, on one side, so you can wear regular shoes or the SPD shoes. SPD without the platforms, can be uncomfortable in sneakers I do have a bike with LOOK peddles and it is easy to pedal with regular or tennis shoes.

Take in consideration what you are going to be using this bike for. If it is just going to be mainly riding, then more of a performance pedal would be in order. If you are going to run errand, "live life" on it, or party on it, you may consider a peddle that is more flexible in what you can wear on it.

Also, you may want inquiry about the comfort of the different shoes. I bought the SIDI dragons. They are expensive $239.00, theyf elt the most comfortable on me, (that why I paid so much, I feel comfort, especially in shoe is important). When I ride on them, they are not that comfortable, it could be my pedal stroke,who knows.

You may, or may not know this. If you do not wear your shoe out on one side or the other, this won't matter. If you do, you may want to add a shim or two, on the opposite side of where you wear out your shoes when you walk. I had knee problems in the past when I rode with my clip in shoes, because my foot was leaning inward on my pedal, so it hurt my inside knee. Now with a shim to raise the cleat on the inside of my pedal, just so slightly, I'm now level, and the knee pain went away.
For me this is called Variance, if I needed a shim on the outside of clet it is called Valiance.

Just some thoughts from a not so "REAL" Rider



sexy
09.7.07 - 11:23 am

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sexy-
Just some thoughts from a not so "REAL" Rider


me-
I knew I could get a nice lengthy response from ya!

hehehehehe



User1
09.7.07 - 12:27 pm

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MKS GR-9s are in stock at Orange 20 and Hollywood Pro. While you're at it get MKS steel clips and some kind of straps and button ends. Trick it out, put some color into it, something you can't do with clipless pedals.

And yes, it's more fun to able slip on some Vans or Cons and be able to walk. That's the main reason I use toe clips.



cabhauler
09.7.07 - 12:52 pm

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That's good to heard...I was going to O20 today.

So, question, are SPD pedals more efficient? Is there any pedaling power lost with toe clips? Just wondering.



Richard_Colossus
09.7.07 - 1:20 pm

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Substantial efficiency loss with toe clips vs clipless . . . but that's the price you pay for having your stylish sneaks and higher dancability. Me - I can't dance too good anyhow - so I rock SPDs.

I don't see if anyone has mentioned it but toe clips are less safe in a crash than clipless. Neither is as safe as platforms, but there is an argument to be made that the better connection with your bike that toe clips and clipless offer makes for safer riding when you're not crashing = crash prevention.



Knittens
09.7.07 - 1:25 pm

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Yeah, I heard the same thing when talking about SPD's and the crashing aspect...safer.



Richard_Colossus
09.7.07 - 1:27 pm

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We are talking about a 2,000 to 3,000 dollar modern road bike here why put clips and straps on it and lose that energy? Put the goddamn Dura Ace pedals on it and finish out the group damnit...

Is what I would say if I posted at bikeforums way to much.

Luckily I don't, but I would definitely go with some clipless road pedals, and since after searching the interwebs I see the r5000 usually comes with full Dura Ace, they sound like a good idea.



franz
09.7.07 - 2:45 pm

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If you haven't experienced the amazing feeling from the upstroke power you get from the spd, look, etc. clip-less pedals your missing out on one of life's little pleasures.

stevo



stevo4
09.7.07 - 2:57 pm

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Practical question here...

So, I understand the upstroke that SPD's give as I used to ride mountain bikes. But isn't there an upstroke that toe clips give as well?



Richard_Colossus
09.7.07 - 4:25 pm

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Yes if you get double straps it doesn't suck that bad. However I am at this very moment performing an extended test of clipless vs clips. On my right crank arm I've connected a clipped pedal with single nylon strap, and on my left at Crank bros. Candy SL, I've only ridden it one night but one conclusion that I have reached is, that if I have to do this too much longer I'll kill myself.



franz
09.7.07 - 6:09 pm

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Very creative Franz, but your nuts! Although i use the KEO Classics, i like the idea of the SPDs or other brands that offer clipless on oneside and platform on the other.

I'm actually trying to modify a set of cleats and attaching a 3x3 1/2" piece of Lexan or Metal and mounting it to the top of the cleats. If i want to run up to the store or something i can just snap in the platforms by hand onto the Keo pedals.

stevo



stevo4
09.7.07 - 6:35 pm

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I didn't consider the bike. I suppose clips would look unsightly on a zoot new bike. All my bikes are old lugged steel so toe clips look right at home.

Also consider what kind of riding you do. For most of my city riding I prefer the wider shoe choice and low cost of toe clips. If I was going on a 3000 mile tour or racing I'd consider clipless.

Keep in mind: clipless is significantly more expensive, and the benefits are more subtle then one might think.



cabhauler
09.7.07 - 6:43 pm

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you should get the pedals that function the best for the type of riding you're going to do the most on that bike...

if you're going to do a lot of city riding with that bike...or commuting...get the pedal that fits that style of riding...especially if you plan on doing a lot of walking...then a system that will work with normal shoes will work

if you're going to do a lot of road cycling, get the clipless ...

personally, I would put dura ace pedals to match the gruppo you have on the bike!



adrian
09.11.07 - 2:16 pm

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