If they were slightly out, it could cause problems. I always found the Look cleats a bit fiddly to get in the right position. Very aerodynamic – pedal is small surface area.At 240 grams + cleats they offer good value for money at only £39.99 However, the gap between the weight of Speedplay and Look has been reduced with the introduction of new models like the Look Keo. These were the lightest pedals on the market, at the time. Speedplay comes in at 205 grams and 150 grams for Titanium version. I liked the idea of having a large angle of float that comes with Speedplay I had some problems with my knees and (rightly or wrongly) I blamed the Look pedals and the way my movement was restricted.The reason I switched to Speedplay pedals was: My first clipless pedals were the more common Look pedals. If you do buy Speedplay, it is really essential, you learn to grease and lube regularly I wish I had done earlier. I was disappointed I couldn’t buy a spare left-hand pedal to match up my surplus right pedals. I once complained to Speedplay and someone from America rang up to say they never get maintenance problems if you look after them and pursue regular maintenance – using grease gun and lube. So I have three spare right pedals lying around). Three times I’ve had to throw away a pair because the internal bearings seized up (it was always the left pedal which went. In particular, they are more prone to long-term maintenance problems. The main drawback of Speedplay pedals is that they have been an expensive choice. I’ve never had any problems when actually cycling with them, and since pedalling is so important, this makes me want to like them and overcome any faults they may have. They took a little bit of getting used to (like floating on ice is common feeling), but now I don’t want to go to any other system. Speedplay pedals are very good to ride on. This is an updated review after using them for nearly fourteen years. I started using Speedplay pedals back in 2006.
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