Steadiness with Speedplay pedals
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catwood posted 3 years ago.
You will get used to pushing down straighter. I use speedplays too and love them. Are you using the zero's or the x's? If you have the zero's like me you can limit the float if its not comfortable.
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Scout posted 3 years ago.
Thanks Cat!
I have the X series...
Do you have any technique suggestions that can help me to push down straighter? I got used to them this winter on my indoor trainer, but now that I am outside this issue has shown up.
As a runner, I really do like the additional float.
Do you remember how long it took you to adapt to them?
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trianimal posted 3 years ago.
Hey - I've been a Speedplay user since 1996 (still ride on ti X-1s) and they ARE less stable while climbing. I've also ridden Look and recently purchased a pair of Shimano DuraAce pedals. Huge difference. What do you want? Float with no stability or a little less float with a rock solid foot/shoe/pedal interface? You have choices.
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catwood posted 3 years ago.
I have a friend who rides on x's and he is a very very good climber and sprinter... so i guess its just personal preference...
I am using Speedplay pedals (my first time using clipless)...I really like them! But I am having a problem when I am out of the saddle...standing on them...There is a "shakiness" to my bike. I know it is partially a strength/balance issue, but I never experienced this before. Is it the additional float with the Speedplays? Is it just a matter of me getting used to them?
Any input will be greatly appreciated!