switching from Shimano SPD to ?

[Becky]

oh, thanks...are they also referred to as lollypops?
I heard that expression when someone was referring to their cleats.

"Lollipop pedals" are the Speedplay road pedals (X, Zero, and Light Action). Not sure about the cleats...

I ride Zeros, and yes, they're a pain to clip in and out of, expecially when they're new. But I like the adjustable float cleat and double-sided pedal, so I deal with it. X-series pedals require far less force to clip in and out, and I've heard the same thing about Light Actions.

[chatnoire]

A ride report on my blog from May has details about my experiences with the Speedplay zeros and then the light action. Here is the link:

http://bikesbooksblues.wordpress.com...ort-6/#more-13

I'm on Look Kéo Max 2 pedals now, and I like them, except they are sometimes a pain due to their one-sidedness. The path I usually take has a series of road crossings that I need to unclip for, and about half of those leave me looking down to try to id the right side of the pedal for clipping.

[indysteel]

A ride report on my blog from May has details about my experiences with the Speedplay zeros and then the light action. Here is the link:

http://bikesbooksblues.wordpress.com...ort-6/#more-13

I'm on Look Kéo Max 2 pedals now, and I like them, except they are sometimes a pain due to their one-sidedness. The path I usually take has a series of road crossings that I need to unclip for, and about half of those leave me looking down to try to id the right side of the pedal for clipping.

I use Keos, too. I do like them for the most part, but there some days where I just struggle to get clipped in. . I consider it operator error on my part, but it's aggravation nevertheless.

[withm]

I like Frogs myself.

Actually there are 3 models - all identical except that you can get them in Chro-molly $, stainless steel $$, or titanium $$$$. Slight difference in weight major difference in price.

[Catrin]

I like Frogs myself.

Actually there are 3 models - all identical except that you can get them in Chro-molly $, stainless steel $$, or titanium $$$$. Slight difference in weight major difference in price.

I forget about the pricier Frogs - thanks for the reminder I love my Frogs though I remember being very hesitant about pulling the trigger on them. So easy to get in and out of!

[tlnbmd]

I wonder if the LBS would let me try these different cleats on a test ride?
I did spend $$$ on a bike there! The frogs look like just a ball on a stick!
I like the comments that there are easy to click in and out.
I know several women on Look systems and they like them but they are very experienced riders.
I got it down to these two cleat/pedals, I will be riding 20-40 miles on the road and wearing MTB shoes.
(I gotta tell you I am getting very good at falling at a standstill now without getting hurt or damaging my bike! I just kind of roll over...everything in slow motion and lifting my bike high up...what a dork.
My 9 year old son told me to stop falling or I would get hurt...sheesh.)
I take my bike in to LBS today or tomorrow to have the cleat/pedal checked out.
THe right is fine, the left sticks I have to really dig in to release.
Sounds like a common problem with Shimano SPDs, read several other comments about the same issue.
?cleat recall

[Crankin]

For what it's worth, I've had Speedplay X on my road bike for 7 years. I love them. I like the total float, no tension setting. I switched from SPDs and I had no issues.
Fast forward to this year when I built a custom road bike more for tours and long rides where I need very low gears. I wanted recessed cleats for this bike and got the Frogs. I had a real adjustment period as I kept unclipping accidentally. I also had trouble knowing if I was really all the way clipped in. After DH told me to keep my heels in, it got better and now I can hear the click sound when clipping in. It's just very passive compared to the Xs or other pedals.