Speedplay Zeros vs. Speedplay Light Action
I put this in the equipment section, but I'm not sure that section gets too much traffic, so I thought I'd try here.
I'm 95% convinced I'm going to try Speedplay, but I can't make up my mind between these two. My partner says, "Why don't you just try them and if you don't like them switch." Which is a good point, but Speedplay aint cheap and I'd like to avoid switching if I can help it.
The Zeros have adjustable float, but I hear they can be a bear to get into and that's part of the reason I'm switching. I'd like a dual sided pedal so it's easier to get into. With my SPD-SLs I have to look down to make sure the pedal is flipped the right way. The other thing is with the SPD's I have to use a fair amount of force even on the easiest setting and I'd like to give my knee a break on that.
The light actions are supposed to be the easiest to engage and disengage, which is a plus, but they don't come in my preferred color like the zeros do. Which shouldn't be a factor, but if all things were equal it could make a difference.
My fitter says he'll install the cleats for me, so I'm happy about that :)
Re: Speedplay Zeros vs. Speedplay Light Action
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Crankin
Just my opinion, but I think you should get the Light Actions. Color just is not that important to me; you are looking for less trouble getting in-out of the pedals and I can honestly say the Zeroes won't do that. I've known a couple of people who were more racer types than me who stopped using them after difficulty unclipping.
Thanks! That's exactly what I wanted to know. Most of my club members use the zeros, but I was leaning towards the light action. Black goes with everything and they all come in black. Once my feet are engaged you can't see the pedal anyway.
Re: Speedplay Zeros vs. Speedplay Light Action
Unfortunately I have road shoes that I like a lot and spent a fair amount on, so two bolt pedals are out. My partner uses eggbeaters and likes them a lot.
My fitter said if I wanted to try speedplays he recommended the light action for ease of use. I'm no racer so I don't need zeros per se.