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Post by rorydevlin on May 2, 2015 11:04:46 GMT
Hi all, not sure where best to put this query but I'm looking for advice re bike pedals. I've never owned a proper road bike and no diddly squat about them. I'm buying one off a friend this weekend and he can give me some shimano 105 road pedals with it, but then I would also need to buy bike shoes. Would I be better off getting some old-skool toe clip pedals so that I can just cycle in my running shoes and that I could use for commuting in?
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Post by Deleted on May 2, 2015 11:21:59 GMT
Depends on where you are commuting, I use cleats in my commuter but the route is relatively quiet and few stops.
I never could work toe cages, could never get my feet in or out of them and always ended up eating tarmac. Cleats I found were much easier. They also will be more comfortable for longer/hilly spins if you end up doing that.
If they are being thrown in for free take them, you can get new shoes and cleats relatively cheap online and try getting the hang of them.
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Post by britta on May 2, 2015 11:23:59 GMT
Hi Rory, after I have gotten used to the so called clipless pedals, I wouldn't go back to normal pedals, yes it is a bit scary at the beginning to be "locked" to the pedal but these days I actually feel saver with those pedals, you have much more power on the bike and I think it feels more comfortable in proper bike shoes , especially on longer rides, just gettting used to it, is a bit tricky. Just do one session where you clip in clip out and just concentrate on that, after that you will be flying
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Post by ConalM on May 2, 2015 11:30:52 GMT
For commuting, the toe clips are definitely the best, especially if you're not used to clip ins. Eventually, using clip-ins gives you a better advantage, especially on hills and in races. I have a pair of size 44 shoes that will work with your shimano pedals that you're welcome to take if you want to give them a go. Hardly worn as I switched to Look pedals and corresponding shoes.
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Post by hani on May 2, 2015 12:08:49 GMT
I have cleats on my road bike but "regular" pedals on commuter. My commute involves way too many stops and not once I barely managed to stop due to pedestrian/cyclist/car doing some unexpected move. It takes a bit of practise to get used to cleats but they are the best option for long spins, go for it!
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Post by rorydevlin on May 2, 2015 12:29:26 GMT
Cool, thanks for the advice guys. Conal I'm a 44 as well so that would be great if I could try them out
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Post by ConalM on May 2, 2015 12:41:28 GMT
No problem Rory. You swimming in the morning?
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Post by rorydevlin on May 2, 2015 16:11:08 GMT
Tomorrow morning? Sea swim is it? Haven't sorted a wetsuit yet so won't be getting in the sea until I do! I'll be at the ucd swim at 8 on Monday and the breakfast after if you're around for that?
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Post by ConalM on May 2, 2015 16:34:30 GMT
Sorry. Monday morning, my days are all over the place! I'm there at 9am and then for food after. Whatever suits you.
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Post by chrisbigley on May 2, 2015 16:42:57 GMT
Cleats all day everyday - end of
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Post by helenfrench on May 2, 2015 22:17:03 GMT
Rory, I have the Look pedals on my commuter bike but don't bother wearing cleats.. No problem to cycle in runners for short commuting distances with Look pedals., different story with Shimano pedals.
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