I just got SPDs and shoes and tried them out yesterday. I found it easier to clip out by turning my heel inward than by turning it outward. Technically, I know it's wrong. I've tried reducing the tension, but one turn and it's loose enough that I can unclip by accident. It's just that my ankle does not like that outward motion. Anyone else do this? Any input?
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05-24-2010, 01:51 PM #1
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SPD weirdness.
At least I don't leave slime trails.
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05-24-2010, 01:54 PM #2
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I've been turning my foot inward for 20 years with no problem.
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05-24-2010, 03:59 PM #3
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Me, too! ...inward gets me out!!! ...but only for 6 years!!!
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05-24-2010, 05:33 PM #4
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We had a thread on this once...
I clip out with my right foot first, and due to scar tissue from ankle surgery back in '93, it is more comfortable for me to turn my heel inward to clip out with that foot. Also I clip out when my foot is at 12:00, not at 6:00.
I think I turn my left heel outward when I unclip that foot, and it's down at 6:00. But honestly I'm not sure! I stopped paying attention a while ago.
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05-25-2010, 09:33 PM #5
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Good to know that I'm not alone. Does it damage the cleat or pedal at all?
Now, how do I do it without getting grease all over my socks?At least I don't leave slime trails.
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05-26-2010, 04:46 AM #6
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Stop wearing socks?
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