Speedplay pedals, who's using them?

Been reading some good reviews on Speedplays and might consider changing from my Look Keos. The double sided entry sound appealing, adjustable float also sounds a good idea. So who is using them, and how do you rate them?

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Permalink Reply by Matt on September 9, 2011 at 17:05

A mate of mine had Speedplays on his bike when he went to get a fit from a well-regarded industry professional (this is second-hand information so I'll refrain from giving the name here in case I am mis-quoting something).

 

He was questioned on his choice of pedal and was told that the Speedplays' float and high level of adjustability are problems for amateur riders. Basically pro riders are experienced enough to already have a good pedalling motion and know when the pedal setup is off, but most amateurs are given too much freedom with Speedplays to develop bad pedalling habits and ride with a bad setup.

 

In short he was told to go get a different set of pedals (in his case he got Ultegras) before he was fitted!

Permalink Reply by Patrick O'Kane on September 9, 2011 at 17:16

I'm fairly comfortable with the 5* float on the Keos,from what I can gather I could lock the Speedplays in at the same amount of float. The double sided entry really appeals to me more than any of the other "benefits". I have to admit that I may end up sticking with the devil I know and buy new shoes and Looks giving me a spare pair for a rainy day. :)

Permalink Reply by RD6 on September 9, 2011 at 19:08

Pat - I reckon Shimano Ultegra 6700 pedals will set your new bike off nicely as you will have complete Ultegra set up

Permalink Reply by Michael Moses on September 10, 2011 at 14:43

I was informed by ???? of ???? that did my bike fit that the speedplays would be the pedal that he would recommend, reason, since my feet point outwards i hit the crank with my ankle, and i cant go any further with current setup (spd). Was told that the shaft on the speedplays come in different lengths and this would be of benefit. I do like the idea of the double sided entry since I have that with the spd's. Still i'm not sure if i will go down that track, I'd like to try before i buy.

Permalink Reply by Michael Murray on September 10, 2011 at 14:54

The alternative is spacers like these.

Permalink Reply by Dahondude on September 9, 2011 at 18:23
Pat I've got speedplay zeros after reading all the rave reviews on the net. To be honest I haven't really noticed the difference between the speedplays and my 20 year old look pedals, except for the ease of clipping into the speedplays and the excessive cleaning and maintenance for the speedplay cleats. If and when I have to replace the speedplays I will probably go back to look or shimano pedals and cleats. Much cheaper and without all the cleaning and maintenance hassles
Permalink Reply by Patrick O'Kane on September 10, 2011 at 14:08

Decided to stick with Keos, that way I'll have two pairs of compatible shoes/cleats available for rainy days etc.

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