Pedal Suggestions - Page 3

06-29-2004, 02:13 PM

Robert Nurse wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

Look PP396. An outstanding pair of pro-quality road pedals that can be had
for less than $100 at several stores. They work fabulously well, are
reasonable light, have a large platform, and are easy to get into and out
of. Plus, they have adjustable float and adjustable release tension.

Unless you are looking for a touring type of shoe, Look's are your best bet
for 'pure' road riding. I use them everyday, and having tried many
different types/brands of pedals, I always come back to Look's on my road
bikes. (I use Crank Bro's 'Mallets' on my MTB.)

Stay away from SPD and other similar 'small cleat' setups (like Crank Bros,
Wellgo, Ritchey, etc.) unless you are specifically going with a touring type
of setup and must have something reasonably walkable.

IMHO, of course.

Regards,
H.

06-29-2004, 05:01 PM

Speedplay X3 Cro-Mo's are under a hundred, are light weight, and offer tons
of knee saving float.

"Robert Nurse" <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]> wrote in message
news:[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] m...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

06-29-2004, 05:01 PM

Speedplay X3 Cro-Mo's are under a hundred, are light weight, and offer tons
of knee saving float.

"Robert Nurse" <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]> wrote in message
news:[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] m...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

06-29-2004, 05:01 PM

Speedplay X3 Cro-Mo's are under a hundred, are light weight, and offer tons
of knee saving float.

"Robert Nurse" <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]> wrote in message
news:[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] m...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

06-29-2004, 05:01 PM

Speedplay X3 Cro-Mo's are under a hundred, are light weight, and offer tons
of knee saving float.

"Robert Nurse" <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]> wrote in message
news:[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] m...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

06-29-2004, 05:01 PM

Speedplay X3 Cro-Mo's are under a hundred, are light weight, and offer tons
of knee saving float.

"Robert Nurse" <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]> wrote in message
news:[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] m...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

06-29-2004, 08:14 PM

[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] (Robert Nurse) wrote in message news:<a967f5b9.0406291239.8b86a71@posting.google.c om>...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

Hi, not sure what you mean by oodles. If you don't consider around
$140 list, too much, then check out the Shimano SPD-SL Ultegra model
the PD-R600. They now offer the same style of pedal in a 105 version,
the PD-R540, list is $90, I believe.
Both of these models can be found on sale.
They are based on the DA version that Lance uses. That isn't a good
reason to buy them, but there are others. Such as a good large
platform, can be adjusted for easy entry and exit. The Look pedals
have a reputation of squeeking and the cleats are very slippery. The
Shimano SPD-SL cleats don't squeek and are supposed to be easier to
walk on.
I own a pair of the PD-R600 and used them for over 2200 miles, with no
problems. I choose them partially based on the number of positive
reviews on Roadbike Review.

Life is Good!
Jeff

06-29-2004, 08:14 PM

[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] (Robert Nurse) wrote in message news:<a967f5b9.0406291239.8b86a71@posting.google.c om>...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

Hi, not sure what you mean by oodles. If you don't consider around
$140 list, too much, then check out the Shimano SPD-SL Ultegra model
the PD-R600. They now offer the same style of pedal in a 105 version,
the PD-R540, list is $90, I believe.
Both of these models can be found on sale.
They are based on the DA version that Lance uses. That isn't a good
reason to buy them, but there are others. Such as a good large
platform, can be adjusted for easy entry and exit. The Look pedals
have a reputation of squeeking and the cleats are very slippery. The
Shimano SPD-SL cleats don't squeek and are supposed to be easier to
walk on.
I own a pair of the PD-R600 and used them for over 2200 miles, with no
problems. I choose them partially based on the number of positive
reviews on Roadbike Review.

Life is Good!
Jeff

06-29-2004, 08:14 PM

[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] (Robert Nurse) wrote in message news:<a967f5b9.0406291239.8b86a71@posting.google.c om>...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

Hi, not sure what you mean by oodles. If you don't consider around
$140 list, too much, then check out the Shimano SPD-SL Ultegra model
the PD-R600. They now offer the same style of pedal in a 105 version,
the PD-R540, list is $90, I believe.
Both of these models can be found on sale.
They are based on the DA version that Lance uses. That isn't a good
reason to buy them, but there are others. Such as a good large
platform, can be adjusted for easy entry and exit. The Look pedals
have a reputation of squeeking and the cleats are very slippery. The
Shimano SPD-SL cleats don't squeek and are supposed to be easier to
walk on.
I own a pair of the PD-R600 and used them for over 2200 miles, with no
problems. I choose them partially based on the number of positive
reviews on Roadbike Review.

Life is Good!
Jeff

06-29-2004, 08:14 PM

[Only registered and activated users can see links. ] (Robert Nurse) wrote in message news:<a967f5b9.0406291239.8b86a71@posting.google.c om>...
> Hi All,
>
> I've chosen my new road bike and it's on order. I want to get a
> decent pair of pedals for it. But I don't want to spend oodles of
> cash. But I want something light and strong. Any suggestions on
> makes/models will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks.

Hi, not sure what you mean by oodles. If you don't consider around
$140 list, too much, then check out the Shimano SPD-SL Ultegra model
the PD-R600. They now offer the same style of pedal in a 105 version,
the PD-R540, list is $90, I believe.
Both of these models can be found on sale.
They are based on the DA version that Lance uses. That isn't a good
reason to buy them, but there are others. Such as a good large
platform, can be adjusted for easy entry and exit. The Look pedals
have a reputation of squeeking and the cleats are very slippery. The
Shimano SPD-SL cleats don't squeek and are supposed to be easier to
walk on.
I own a pair of the PD-R600 and used them for over 2200 miles, with no
problems. I choose them partially based on the number of positive
reviews on Roadbike Review.

Life is Good!
Jeff