I use speedplay exclusively. X-2s. Haven't tried the light action.

one of my X2s have logged well over 20,000 miles. and its still going strong. And I rode it HARD. Its about 10 years old now. (Last 7 years it collected dust) But I'm baacck to riding.

I had to replace the cleats three times. Each time, the metal rod/spring in the cleats wore out. and my foot kept popping out on the upstroke of the pedal. I never used cleat covers.

I honetly don't notice the float. do you? And it is far easier on my knees and to stretch out while riding.

Probably the lowest maintenance pedals around.

Never did like look or time pedals. blah.

slightly used x5's might not be a bad way to go. you can find them on e-bay for about $50-$80. in fact two of my x2's were slightly used when I bought off e-bay.

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