Quote Originally Posted by Python View Post
OMG! Nooooooooo

I can not see me braving the traffic with these (Shimano SPD R540s). I can clip out of them OK but clipping in is a hit or a miss. I can't get the pedal the right way up. It's a bit like bread and butter - always falls butter side down

I should not have let the LBS talk me into buying these and held out for Speedplays.

I'm now seriously looking at selling the Shimanos on eBay (I'll get my money back) and getting the Speedplay Light Action instead. Anyone got these?
Each pedal system has a learning curve, so I'd stick with the SPDs a bit longer before deciding they're not for you. It will get easier, I promise. Otherwise, you might see if your LBS will exchange them.

That said, the Speedplay Light Action get good reviews. I'm of the opinion that every pedal/cleat combo has its pros and cons and its fans and detractors. I'm happy enough with my Keos, but I had a few tearful moments when I first started using them.