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 Nice pedal, July 22, 2008
By cycle junkie (Springfield, IL)
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For the money, I don't think you can do better. Easy in, easy out, really no trouble and just enough float. I like these and the look style is the easiest to learn for those new to clipless. Don't be scared. If you're ready for the switch to clipless this is a good pedal. You won't believe the difference in speed and power from your clips.
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 best bang for the buck, July 23, 2010
By Matthew (Commack, New York)
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I'll start off by stating that I am new to clipless pedals. I put these on my new road bike and have to say I am very impressed. When I got the bike I must have clipped in and out 100 times before I even ventured out with them and the payoff has been well worth it. Clipping in and out is a cinch. I like the SPD pedal as it had a relatively large area to clip in. Another interesting finding that these pedals weigh in at 330 grams. The Shimano Dura Ace SPD pedals that run near $300 weigh 278 grams. That is a 52 gram difference for almost $250 more money. That is 1.84 OUNCES. I am riding a $1700 bike not a $6000 bike so I can deal with an extra 1.84 ounces weight on my bike. I know it is not only about the weight but you get my point. That is why I think these pedals are the best bang for the buck as they are relatively inexpensive for what you get.
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Why would you need anything more expensive??, August 27, 2009
By C. Rollins (Gulf Coast, Mississippi)
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I had been off of the bike for almost this entire millenia. 20 years ago, when I was riding fairly seriously, I always thought about upgrading to some clipless pedals, but I just never did. Upon a recommendation from my local bike shop, I placed these on my 1986 Raleigh Grand Prix, added some new Specialized Sport Road shoes, and away I am going. The pedals hold my feet in very nicely, allowing a little bit of play as I'd like, and I did not have to mess with the tension adjustment - I was able to unclip with the normal rotation of the foot. Why anyone would pay so much more for other types of pedals is beyond me. Yes, they are pretty large, so they may add an extra microgram to your total weight, but seriously folks, us common riders can't possibly tell!
12 of 12 people found the above review helpful.
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Solid, July 8, 2010
By Bluez434
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Just started riding more seriously and they work well. Like that you can use it with out clip-ins on casual days (flip-flops are great)
4 of 4 people found the above review helpful.
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I'm not picky, but they seem great!, June 7, 2010
By CAA (Austin, TX)
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I commute by bike a few miles most days, and I race a few local tris in the summer. But I would rate myself as only casually competitive or gear-savvy. So with those caveats, I'd say this is a perfectly adequate product. All I wanted was a pair of the Shimano spd-SL style pedals, cheap. I found this model used, so I jumped on it. Shimano probably makes this style lighter and with other float angles, but I'm just not that picky. I was using the regular spd-style (the little round metal cleats) and I wanted to switch because the spd-sl cleats have three rubber contact points when you walk in your bike shoes. Now I can make it from the bike racks to the gym door without a slip and fall. Also the pedal has a lot more contact area for when I'm riding without bike shoes.
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Good pedals. Good Price, March 21, 2011
By F. Moreau (Maple Falls, WA USA)
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I started cycling just a little over two years ago and over time I have progressed from platform pedals, to toe clips, and now to clip in pedals. I can say right from the start that I really like the feeling of being connected to the pedals on the upstroke and being able to power most of the way through the cycle. I could really hear the difference when I first put the pedals on the bike I use in my magnetic trainer. No matter how hard I tried to be smooth with platform pedals there was a definite pulsing in my pedal stroke. That seems to be greatly diminished with the use of these pedals telling me my pedal stroke is much smoother.
Having gotten used to these pedals while on a trainer and having used toe clips, I haven't had the misfortune of the sideways fall from forgetting to unclip.... yet, but in a sudden situation I can see it happening. In real life application they are very good and keep you feeling connected to the bike.
The only fault I could find with these pedals is their balance. When you unclip a foot to stop at a stop sign or traffic light the pedal takes an almost vertical nose up position making it a bit difficult to clip back in. The clips have no grip of their own so if you misalign them you have hard plastic shoe clip on the metal pedal surface and the strong likelihood that your foot will slip off trying to get started before you can get clipped in. If you are going to use these anyplace where you may have to frequently unclip it may be a good idea to pay a few extra dollars for pedals that balance level. Or maybe learn to do a strong one pedal acceleration and then clip in.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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 Shimano Pedals, February 25, 2009
By joe man. (santa barbara, ca)
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I will admit off the bat that I am new to cycling. I recently started cycling to work and wanted to try pro pedals. The pedals are a god send compared to regular pedals. However, great caution needs to be taken with these products, as your feet are bolted to your pedals. In the event of you falling down, you won't be able to catch your self with your foot.
I recently almost tore my knee when my bike tipped over and I couldn't release my shoe fast enough and it resulted in an odd twisting of the knee. Thankfully nothing serious happened, but I would have like if the release mechanism wasn't so hard.
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So nice, I ordered twice, September 28, 2011
By darkhorse13 (st louis, mo)
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A good, solid all-around pedal. They have a stiff platform and the click-in and click-out engagement is crisp. I have these pedals on both my wife's and my triathlon bikes. One pair is over 3 years old and still working perfectly. They perform flawlessly, look great, and can take a beating. Not to mention you don't feel as bad scraping these up on a curb or accidently laying the bike down on them at a $50 price point. If you want to shave the grams step up to a 105 or Ultegra.
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Good solid pedal but too much float, March 14, 2011
By kinezos
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First of all, for $43 plus tax this is pretty unbeatable value. I bought a Motobecane bike on-line as it represented good value and after completing several hundred miles with the free SPD pedals and cleats, I wanted a larger platform from which to pedal from.
The R540's have not disappointed, very easy to clip in and out of, no need to look down constantly unlike my old SPD pedals. The pedals have a nice large platform and can also be used with normal shoes.
I knock off one star for the cleats provided. I do not want fixed cleats as they will batter your knees but the floating ones included have too much lateral play for my liking. A cleat in between their current floating and fixed designs would be ideal.
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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Great pedals, October 11, 2010
By Beginner Tri
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This is my first pair of clipless pedals. Out of the box, the installation was easy for both the cleats and pedals. I like the feel of the larger platform. This style is very easy to get in and out of for the first time users like myself. Plus, you can't beat the price.I'd definitely recommend these.
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Good value road pedals, June 29, 2009
By J. Dadd (NJ, USA)
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Good pedals for the money. My first road-specific ones (SPD prior to these). They seem light enough, but then I'm not a weight freak and cannot justify $200 to shave off grams! Very easy to fit onto bike, and setup of the cleats on my shoes did not cause a problem. I tried to loosen the release pressure and found I had a slightly tight allen-screw on one pedal, but not a problem with the right allen-key size. All in all, very pleased with this purchase.
(The pedals came from Niagara Cycle Works, and very pleased with the speed of delivery).
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 These make me dread stopping and starting, April 14, 2011
By Jeremy Stanley
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Getting clipped into these pedals is a chore. After every intersection, I'm always trying to flip the pedal to the correct orientation to clip in--these aren't weighted reliably enough to do that on their own. It's difficult to get lined up without looking down, and I often think I'm aligned, only to have my foot slip out when I apply pressure. (Isn't that the sort of thing clipless pedals are supposed to prevent?) Not only that, but these are difficult to get out of as well, even at the lowest tension setting. Also, it took an inordinate amount of fiddling to get the cleats aligned so both feet feel the same and so as not to hurt my knees. These pedals are just a huge hassle all around. I can't decide whether to try more expensive pedals, or just to go back to platforms...
2 of 6 people found the above review helpful.
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Good if you can't afford the upgrade to 105, August 28, 2011
By DJH (USA)
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These are pretty much the standard shimano road platform pedals. About the best value you can find for road pedals, without going into no-name brand pedals. If you can afford the extra $20, I would definitely advise upgrading to a least 105 pedals, though. Small things like a plastic bumper plate and bad bearings make these base level pedals a little disappointing compared to 105, ultegra, and dura ace(but still the best you can do for road pedals for the price)
Pro's:
-large platform to the pedal --> no hot spots
-Distinct "click" sound when you enter or exit
-Pedals are nearly bomb-proof (aside from bumper plate)
-Tension is strong enough to hold feet in during hard sprints, and can adjust higher
-INEXPENSIVE!
Con's:
-Bearings are a little stiff, which means the pedal isn't ALWAYS positioned right to click in
-plastic bumper plate on the pedal gets scuffed and damaged easily
-Cleats wear quickly if you walk on any kind of gravel etc.
1 of 1 people found the above review helpful.
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Good Pedal, Don't Forget to Maintain Them Though, June 8, 2011
By phillyhouse (Moosup, CT)
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I have about 750 miles on a set of these pedals. They are tricky to clip into at first, but you get used to it. After about 700 miles, I was noticing an annoying clicking noise coming from my bike. It sounded like a problem in the bottom bracket, but I was able to isolate it to the left pedal by swapping it out with a different set I had lying around. After researching the internet, this is a common issue, and it always seems to be the left pedal! (?) I was able to get the clicking to go away by disassembling and re-greasing the bearing assembly inside. Now they are both good as new! In order to get the shaft apart without stripping it, you'll need Shimano Special Tool #TL-PD40. It costs about $2-3.00 on Amazon, but shipping is like $5, so order it with some other stuff to offset. The tool is plastic, but more than adequate to do a lifetime of pedal re-lubes. I did not give five stars because I have had cheaper pedals that lasted longer between lubes, but then again, if I lubed them up at the end of last season like I probably should have, they would probably never have started clicking....
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Wonderful pedals! Terrific value!, April 3, 2011
By Dantheman
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I replaced some old, heavy shimano pedals with these and I could immediately tell a big difference. These are much lighter and they work perfectly. Clipping in and out is a cinch and I really like the floating feature. Blood flow to my feet seems to be much better since there is some movement and I got much less fatigued riding on these. And you can't beat the value. These are about the most inexpensive things you can get and unless your a hard core rider, I really don't know why you'd need to spend more money on pedals. These were half the cost of the cheapest thing at my LBS.
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These are a great value, February 1, 2011
By RR
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I am new to road biking as I transition to triathlons and on a budget so these pedals were looking to be the best deal out there. I 've been riding mountain bikes for the last 12 years and know shimano makes great pedals but of course there are tons of other clip in types out there and everyone has there own option. This type of pedal has lots of versions and you can spend a small fortune on the high end models that have supersonic bearings and are made from moon rocks :), but if you want a solid pedal that works well and doesnt break the bank, I would say buy these now! They are a great, don't fall into the road biking money pit which seems to follow the snooty road bike class :)
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These pedals are great!, September 12, 2010
By Anthony Thomas (UPLAND, CA, US)
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Out of the box, installation was a breeze. The stable platform feel and ease into make them very comfortable.
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Seems like a good beginner pedal, June 3, 2010
By bargain slayer (Nebraska)
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I'm just getting into cycling and wanted some clipless pedals. This being my first road bike and first set of pedals, I didn't want to shell out a lot of dough. After some practice and wearing in, they seem decent to get into and out of. Initially, I was pretty surprised at the effort needed to disengage them, but now I'm either used to it, or the cleats/pedals have loosened up/worn some. They are not weighted so as to always be right side up, so that is a little annoying, but you aren't really paying for any extras with these pedals. They also seem a little heavy, so if weight is a big deal, you'd be better off spending more for lighter ones. All in all they seem pretty good for my needs.
1 of 1 people found the above review helpful.
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Nb: These come with cleats!, September 24, 2010
By Troy Dawson (Santa Cruz, CA United States)
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Just got my order and was pleasantly surprised to find a pair of SM-SH11 cleats in the package. Now I have a backup, LOL.
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Great Pedal, April 17, 2009
By bikejock (New York, NY)
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This was my first clipless pedal. For the price you can't go wrong. Easy to install, and greater pedaling power. However, like other reveiws, if its your first pedal ride local to get used to them.
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Very happy with this pedal, December 2, 2008
By Michael Smith (Reston, VA)
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I am a beginner road cycler and this pedal is very easy to get in and out of. This is the first time I have used clipless pedals and I haven't had any problems whatsoever.
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nice kit, November 30, 2008
By Buy your next car from Weisleder i.. (Lincroft, NJ)
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Very stable and easy to get in and out. If you are looking for clip in pedals, go for it.
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Good budget pedals for what they are, December 10, 2011
By LABicycleMan (Los Angeles, CA)
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I've used Ultegra pedals on my road bike for years and decided to get these R540's for my fixed gear commuter, slowly changing my fleet to all SPD-SL's. They are not as nice as the Ultegra pedals but they do get the job done nicely and reliably. You simply cannot go wrong with the price and quality of these pedals. It's great for commuting and riding in Southern California since we don't get much foul weather. But if you do mountain biking or commute in snow/sleet/muddy conditions, SPD-SL would be a poor choice and might want to stick with SPD's instead.
If your a beginner using SPD-SL pedals, I would recommend adjusting the tension right of the box to the easiest setting. The factory tension is set a bit too hard for a beginner to engage and disengage. So keep that in mind.
This is a no frill pedals and I'm going to be buying more to convert all my bikes. The downside is these pedals get scratched up easily over time and engagement and disengagement is not as crisp as higher line models but for the price its pretty reasonable.
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Clipless Shimano pedals, November 28, 2011
By Charles Balce (STATEN ISLAND, NY, US)
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Great pedal if you'really just getting into road cycling. Much more efficient stroke particularly in climbs. Will not come off even if you apply alot of torque on a pull stroke yet can easily be dislodged. Itcll take some getting used to, but these clippless are the way to go more the money/performance.
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Great Pedals!!, August 18, 2011
By barifkin
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These Shimano SPD-SL 540 pedals are awesome. The cleats that the pedals come with attached easily to an old pair of Diadora shoes that I have, and the adjustable tension was a snap to handle. Having never ridden clipless pedals before, I wasn't sure what to expect, but let me tell you...they make a world of difference. Being able to pull up on those grueling hills adds so much power to an otherwise useless pedal stroke. Without clipless, you're only working half the time, and consequently only achieve half the results. I'm not a serious racer or anything like that, so I don't really see the point in spending hundreds of dollars on a similar set of pedals for a fraction of a weight differential. Overall, these are great, and I'd recommend them to anyone considering buying clipless pedals.
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Good Pedals, August 6, 2011
By Kuri (Seattle, WA USA)
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No frills, solid road pedals. It would be nice if they stayed in the upright position, but hey thats why you pay the big bucks. These are a great value for only about 20 more than the cleats alone. Wish I had silver, silver shows less wear.
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I got what I wanted, July 28, 2011
By Torres (Texas)
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I switched from Crank Brothers Egg Beater style pedals to these on my road bike and there is a huge difference as would be expected. I was going for more surface area in a pedal and something that would more effeciently transfer energy and I feel I got what I was looking for. If your a beginner the Egg Beaters are great, easy to clip in and out of with zero maintenance, but I started to feel disconnected from my bike and even though I have a very stiff road bike shoe I did not feel like the tiny clip in area was spreading the force evenly on my foot.
The SPD's solve all my issues. They are almost just as easy to clip in, but they are more difficult to get out of as I knew they would be. I'm sure there is a getting used to period, but I still occassionaly find myself having to look down to clip in. While they are harder to get out of, I have been in the process of falling over at a stop and even panicked was able to clip out in enough time to catch myself. I wish they stayed flat when I wasn't clipped in to make it easier to clip in, but I knew I would have to pay a lot more money for that to happen. For the value I got out of these it's hard to find any major faults.
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nice pedals, July 22, 2011
By Gary
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I found the Shimano SPD - SL road pedals to be quite good so far. Easy to install, easy to adjust to from what I had been using and so far dependable and durable. They are a little heavier than some but this is not a critical issue. Shipping was quick and the price was quite reasonable.
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Reasonably priced clipless pedal/cleat combo, June 27, 2011
By Ross M. Garrison
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These were my first set of clipless pedals, and I have to say I'm quite pleased with them for the money. Sure, there are lighter options out there, but I bet it would take an extremely experienced rider to notice the difference. Adjusting the tension on them is easy, as was installing the cleats with the included hardware. Make sure the shoes you buy are the three hole design, and you are good to go. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is because it takes some practice to get in and out of them. However, for the money, it's hard to go wrong.
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Working great!, June 21, 2011
By Eddie
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I agree with the positive reviews, which guided me into buying these for my spinning bike. I'm very happy with these pedals and cleats.
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Lots of adjustment for folks with foot alignment problems, June 15, 2011
By Mike in Columbus, GA
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If you are having a hard time finding clipless pedals because of foot alignment or knee issues, these pedals might be the answer!
The cleat design allows for a good bit of front-to-back, side-to-side, and most importantly for me, lateral adjustment. The cleats that come with these pedals offer six degrees of float - enough to reduce stress on the knees, but not enough to make you feel like you are sliding around on the pedals.
Knee replacements left me 'duck footed' where my natural foot alignment now has my toes pointing outward at around a 20 degree angle from center. This creates big problems with other clipless pedals. If you don't get your cleats aligned to match your natural foot direction, you are very likely to develop serious knee problems. Speedplay pedals offer a lot of float and work well for a lot of people, but in my situation they unexpectedly disengage during rides. Shimano SPD mountain cleats have a lot of advantages, but don't offer enough adjustment for me.
Pros:
Highly adjustable cleat placement
Just the right amount of float
The large surface of the cleats makes for more foot comfort - especially on more agressive rides
Pedals lock in very positively - I have not experienced ANY accidental disengagements
Pedal design is easy to clip in to and are adjustable for Entry/Exit tension
Cons:
I find the pedals a little harder to clip out of than SPD mountain cleats or Speedplays
If you walk a lot in your bike shoes, the cleats seem like they will wear fairly quickly (but this is true of most road bike cleats)
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Good for beginner, May 20, 2011
By Supa the Tank
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Bought this as my first clipless pedals. Easy in if you hit it at the right spot! I always need to look at the pedals especially when you stop at the traffic, since the pedals are face down most of the time. No problem with getting out. Highly recommended if you're not planning to use in urban traffic!
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First timer, but worked great, April 6, 2011
By kmarsh
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I have just recently started riding a road bike. This is my first set of lockin pedals. First ride was about 12 miles. Installed very easily. Were easy in and out once on the bike. Would recommend to anyone.
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New to clipless pedals, March 29, 2011
By Jen (Santa Barbara, CA)
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First pair of clipless pedals; I've been using these for over a month and haven't fallen yet. Definitely make the transition if you want to get into cycling.
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What awesome is made of..., March 7, 2011
By Eric
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This product is absolutely amazing! I received everything detailed in the order in a timely manner at a great price! Would recommend this product and buyer!
Thanks,
Happy bike commuter.
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Fair price for an excellent product, March 3, 2011
By Dan M.
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Worked perfectly, definitely glad I upgraded and did my research. My LBS was 2x the price for the same product so it made it a no-brainer decision
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Quick and reliable, February 7, 2011
By Trek18
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Ordered, responded quickly, shipped and received all in good order. High value as the pedals even included the cleats which I was going to need to purchase. Definitely will look for this vendor again.
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Excellent pedals, January 25, 2011
By Ernest Garcia-Diaz (California, USA)
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I have purchased two sets of these pedals for my wife and I. They perform great! You really need to practice clipping in and clipping out of them or else you will end up on the ground. All around great product and I do suggest these pedals to all of my friends.
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good product, April 30, 2010
By shoelover (LA)
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as some of the review said...there is a bit of sliding action when my shoes are clipped in which is kinda weird at first. Its a great product for the $. This is my fist clip pedal. My boyfriend who is 6'4" has the same pedals and cleats. He likes them too.
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Shimano Road Bike Pedals, March 19, 2010
By R. Mckinney (San Antonio, TX)
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These pedals work great. Very smooth on the road. My feet did not go numb at all. I'm more used to using mountain bike pedals, so it took me a bit to get used to clipping in only on one side, but afterwards I had no trouble at all. Very good pedals for the price.
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Great Entry level pedals, March 1, 2010
By Neil
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I was using 2 sided spd 2 bolt pedals and these are a huge improvement. they are much easier to get into, but getting out is a little more difficult. I highly recommend them if you are not looking to spend a fortune!
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Good Pedal- Great Price, August 5, 2009
By Don Pablo (Oceanside)
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I bought these to replace my ancient Time pedals that I have had for about 20 years. I was a bit concerned that the new pedals wouldn't have the same float that the old ones had.(knee issues) When I got them I was happy to see that they had at least as much float as my old Time pedals- maybe even a bit more. They are easy to get into and out of and the cleats are are bit easier to walk in than the old Time pedals. I've pulled hard on them going up hills and no pull-out. I'm just getting back into cycling but have about 500 miles on them. I'm very happy with the purchase- great product at a great price!!
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New to cycling and light rider, works well, July 14, 2009
By taikobob (San Diego, CA)
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I am new to road bikes and don't ride too often (riding about 2 months and about 15 mi/week) and these work pretty well for me. It took a little bit of practice and falling to get use to clipping in and out, but it is fairly easy once you get the hang of it. Installation was a breeze once I got a pedal wrench - I demolished the other pedals trying to get them off with a crescent wrench. My only complaint is that the cleats come loose often and I need to tighten it mid-ride (happened on my recent two rides). Though, this could probably be due to the shoes I am wearing - I picked up some affordable Pearl Izumi shoes. All-in-all, it's great for new & casual riders.
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Decent entry level SPD pedals, February 22, 2012
By Great Santini (FL)
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These are a good entry level pedal for those of us who are just getting into road biking. They're sturdy, install easily, and def. make you feel stable when you're clipped in. The finish is okay on them, like any pedal you'll undoubtedly scratch the sides as you scuff the bike against things. As some other reviewers have noted, they don't tend to stay level, so when clipping in you may need to toe the pedal around until you get it to the side you need it on. But assuming you stopped at a red light and start rolling, it should be right where you need it, and clipping in is easy as putting your foot down (takes some practice but is pretty easy after awhile). I've actually clipped in by accident a few times, when I was just meaning to pedal a few feet to the next stopsign.
The included yellow SPD cleats provide that 9 degrees of float, which is just enough to give your knees some room to work with, but still enough to be able to get out of the pedals quickly if you're taking a spill. They'll wear out if you walk on pavement too long, so be sure to get some KoolKover SPD cleat covers, especially for if you have to take a long walk of shame home. The red SPD cleats offer no float, which I think would be uncomfortable after awhile, but some people want 0 play when they're pedaling.
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Great for the money!, February 15, 2012
By HeatherJ
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Great pedals for the money. Nice stable platform with smooth bearings. I highly recommend these to anyone who wants quality on a budget!
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Shimano spd-sl, February 1, 2012
By Jlopez (Houston, Tx)
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These pedals are a fantastic product, and work well on my trainer. Easy to install, and you can't beat the price.
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Great pedals for a great price!, January 21, 2012
By lexhosh
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I had trouble getting them on because I didn't have the right tool but a quick trip to the bike shop and $5 later they were installed. A note of warning. Do not clip your shoes into the pedals unless they are on the bike and the shoes are on your feet! I had a hell of a time getting my shoe off the pedal when I was testing them out! Pedals are pretty heavy.
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Great Pedals, November 22, 2011
By Benjamin (Los Angeles)
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These pedals are great. Though it takes a little practice getting used to clipping in, they are easy to use and after a week of riding with them, clipping in and out of them is fine.
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Great peddals, May 1, 2012
By rider1000
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These are great pedals. I ham learning to be more efficient with them. If you are looking for a good road pedal order this one.
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Great value for money, April 19, 2012
By Parmender Dahiya (Plano, TX USA)
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Have been using these for a month now. Made a lot of difference in comfort and power. There is nothing that warrant spending $200 on "high-end" pedals. It does take a lot of time to get used to any clipless pedal. But for this price it is a steel.
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First 100 miles a breeze!, March 24, 2012
By texreviews (Texas)
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I got these as my first non-platform pedals. Making the switch only took a little practice. After attaching the cleats to my new shoes I was on my way. Finished the Tour de Houston as my first major ride with them. You cannot go wrong with these pedals.
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Shimano SPD-SL R540 Clipless Pedals, March 5, 2012
By mrscott
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This is my first experience with clipless pedals and I was a bit intimidated. My local bike shop got the pedals on my bike and the cleats on my shoes and I was off. I read tons of reviews here on Amazon and other places on these pedals and I wasnt disappointed. Even my riding trainer said they were nice and light and a good system. They work really well and I have already improved my cycling performance. Great price and great system. Thanks Amazon!
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