Hi all.

First let me say how grateful I am for this forum. I've learned so much just by reading all of your posts. Although I've never met any of you, I 'take' all of you with me whenever I'm out attempting to be a cyclist!

I own a Trek 7200FX and just replaced the standard platform pedals with Speedway Frogs and a pair of Shimano shoes to go with them. I'm a runner with patella problems and have experienced some knee pain when practicing the hills. After doing a good amount of research, I decided on the Frogs. I can't believe how much lighter my bike feels!!

Leading up to my question:

I've been practicing getting in and out of the Frogs in a doorway. (Just started doing this today.). The guy at the LBS told me they always put the cleats in a neutral position at first. Then, I'm supposed to practice and bring the bike back in for any needed adjustment. I'm so new to this that I wouldn't know whether the cleats need adjusting. I imagine that until I actually ride with the pedals, I won't know the answer. And I need to work up enough courage to take it out. I plan to practice on the grass in a nearby park.

I've only been riding intermittantly since January due to work schedule, so I really am a newbie. Is there something I should be noticing to know whether there is an adjustment needed?

Thanks for any suggestions/answers.

Maggie