Look or Speedplay Frogs

[Catrin]

I suppose you just toe in to these, I read somewhere that you should not kick in. Is there a technique to clipping out?
If I press too hard and swipe my ankle out like Shimano cleats I feel a hesitation to clipping out. I think if I slightly twist my ankle out it is easier to disengage.
Is that right?

Yes Since Frogs have no tension, at all, it is all about foot position to get in/out of them. Simply turn your ankle outwards and you will unclip - it isn't an especially large movement, but it is a different movement than SPD and just need a little adjustment. Sounds like you are getting it already Your body just has to learn that it is a slightly different movement from the Shimano pedals. It might be helpful to you to play with the empty shoe and pedal after leaning the bike against something to see just how much movement is required to unclip.

I took a quick spin and practiced clipping in and out. Sometimes my foot just flipped out easily and other times it took more tension? Clipping in was not difficult, I felt a slight click most times.

I feel that click as well, it just isn't as loud as with SPD. You will do fine today in those hills, though if you have a chance to practice clipping in/out before your ride it might help your confidence level - that is at least 50% of it when it comes to those times when we have to unclip quickly..

[tlnbmd]

I did a c plus terrain ride this am, very hilly and challenging with a ride leader.It was just her and I. No one else showed up. She is a personal trainer (very fit). Well, let me tell you I was so busy with keeping up, avoiding traffic, pot holes that I lost the apprehension of the clips. Clicked in and out with ease. I had bigger issues on my mind.
I had fun and right now my legs feel like jello.
The next project I have is figuring out how to use my 800 edge bike computer...duh. My 9 yr old is at day camp, I need his help.
Appreciate all the comments
Terry

[Catrin]

I did a c plus terrain ride this am, very hilly and challenging with a ride leader.It was just her and I. No one else showed up. She is a personal trainer (very fit). Well, let me tell you I was so busy with keeping up, avoiding traffic, pot holes that I lost the apprehension of the clips. Clicked in and out with ease. I had bigger issues on my mind.
I had fun and right now my legs feel like jello.
The next project I have is figuring out how to use my 800 edge bike computer...duh. My 9 yr old is at day camp, I need his help.
Appreciate all the comments
Terry

Yayyyy! I thought/hoped that you would forget about the clips as you got into the ride Glad it was a good one. I can't help with the Edge, but I bet there are others here who can if you need it.