|
Post by lostagain82 on Jun 30, 2004 21:39:06 GMT -5
i was wondering what the best shoes and pedal combo is been shoping around but the amount of money that is invovled hate to get something that want last are is not any good any advise would be helpful
|
|
|
Post by Tony on Jul 1, 2004 6:15:58 GMT -5
If you have never used clipless before, I'd recommend a Shimano SPD type shoe/pedal combo. Choose a pedal that has adjustable release tension and set it up for the easiest release until you get use to clipping out. A good cheap pedal would be the Shimano M500 series. I think the latest numbers are M520 and M540. Also, Performance, the mail order bike company, sells a cheaper Shimano clone called Forte Team for half the price. Clipless is the way to go... take the time to get use to it.
|
|
|
Post by seenvic on Jul 1, 2004 8:04:57 GMT -5
Time or egg beater pedals are the best, I think.
Shoes can ge gotten for fairly cheap (around $40).
What size shoe do you wear?
|
|
|
Post by chileanrastabilly on Jul 1, 2004 8:06:17 GMT -5
I like my Time Atac Composites. They are sturdy,easy to get in and out of and clear mud well. I used Shimano forever and sometimes had problems clipping in and out of them. As for shoes, try to get some that don't tie with shoelaces. I've had good luck with velcro or a ratchet type system. Just an observation. That's my $.02 worth.
Matt
|
|
|
Post by Angela on Jul 1, 2004 21:15:02 GMT -5
I started with the Shimano SPD type shoe/pedal combo and they worked well for me........a friend loaned the Wellgo pedals and I bought an inexpensive pair of shoes.........I wanted inexpensive since I wasn't sure I was going to stick with clipless. They were great and no turning back I upgraded to eggbeaters and I absolutely love them.......no lube required........if you ever get anything on the bottom of your shoe you don't have to dig it out before clipping back in just clip in..........four sides.......and despite the fact the people say they don't like the lack of platform.......through my own idiot mistake I went to the Lake Trail without my shoes and was still determined to ride.........it wasn't perfect in my mules but I was able to maintain an average speed of 11mph and did just fine. I love these eggbeaters but starting with something less expensive might be necessary for some people Daniel has Time pedals and he really likes them as well - he enjoys having the platform support.
|
|
|
Post by lostagain82 on Jul 1, 2004 21:27:45 GMT -5
i would need a 10 .5 -11 size shoe i was in columbia today on a job and i stop by a bike shop on 378 in lexington they had a set of eggbeaters and a pair of special shoes for 100.00 the egg beaters alonewere 84.00 would've jump on it but had to chose between annv. are cliplees well that was a no-brainer ;D unless i like sleeping on the couch........ thanks for the response i have learn if u don,t thourghly research stuff u can waste a lot of money and still have nothing......
|
|
susan
Gear Masher
Posts: 28
|
Post by susan on Jul 3, 2004 8:08:36 GMT -5
I started out with the lowest end Shimano pedal. Sometimes I had a lot of trouble getting out - even when I was stopped - I just couldn't get out. I had it set to the lowest possible tension. I read that others on mtbreview were also complaining about that particular model, but some said they had no problems. I'd check there as well.
I switched to eggbeaters and love them. It was a little different clipping in - but I could always get out!! Of course, I kept the same shoe, just changed out the cleat.
|
|
|
Post by ted on Jul 6, 2004 8:36:09 GMT -5
Pedals: Stick with Shimano, Time, or Crank Brothers. All other brands are just cheaper/more affordable versions of the above listed brands of pedal. Also, the overall quality and especially the bearing quality are sub-standard. Everyone will tell you what they liked or disliked and what problems they have had, this is all circumstantial. I've used Shimano pedals for close to 10 years and love them. I don't like Crank Brothers or Time because of the amount of float they have. I prefer to be a little more secure and have less float in my pedals, but keep in mind this is my preference.
(Float is the amount of side to side and arching play your cleat has before it begins to release from the binding mechanism of the pedal.)
Take all of the advice and recommendations and make up your mind for yourself
Shoes: Go to your LBS or any shop and try some on, it's the best way to find the pair that feels good to you. You can then hopefully buy them from your LBS or you can find the brand you like on the internet. Some guidelines to follow are: 1. stiff soles 2. velcro straps or other type of buckle. don't use laces if possible 3. Make sure you try them on with the socks you are likely to ride in
Once again take all of the advice and recommendations from everyone and make your own decision.
|
|