hey NSMB.com
I've been riding for a while and I've decided to do some XC racing to get in shape. I've been riding DH in flats for the majority before and I want to try clipless. Just looking for some shoe/pedal ideas and where to get them?
hey NSMB.com
I've been riding for a while and I've decided to do some XC racing to get in shape. I've been riding DH in flats for the majority before and I want to try clipless. Just looking for some shoe/pedal ideas and where to get them?
ive been using the shimano xt trail pedals with shimano sh200 shoes. they work well together. ive ridden with them everywhere from the shore to racing in new zealand to the bike park. i never felt under gunned with them and never felt like i didnt have enough to stand on when unclipped. you could go with the cheaper model pedal and shoes. i think there was an article on nsmb about the pdm530.
Bought a pair of Lake spd shoes from MEC they been flawless durable.
Clip them into Shimano 747's but I doubt you'll find a pair of those anywhere.
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Shimano pedals, even cheap ones work well. Mostly, they're heavier than the expensive models. I don't think you need trail pedals for XC racing.
Shoes, like helmets, are a personal thing. I like my new Gira Terraduros right now (only two rides). Had some Northwave XC-shoes before. Stiff soles, so great power transfer, but awful to walk in.
Can't go wrong with Shimano. Even their cheap shoes and pedals work well and will last years. Its all I'll run now.
Ive been riding the shimano m545 platform spd's great shore pedal but not the lightest..
Pedals - i have XT or XTR depending on bike, no real difference in performance.
Shoes -
Entry: Shimano M088 lasted me two years and still going, the M089 is out now.
Mid: Diadora X-Trail Carbons are good shoes, but the soles wear off after a year, although that's not too big of a deal
High: about to get a pair of Fizik with the Boa enclosure, those look great! :)
I need to make this decision now also, new bike I am picking up has clipless pedals, but I have never ridden anything other than flats. I just don't know how much I trust myself to not kook out and wreck myself down a trail strapped in.
Pedals - i have XT or XTR depending on bike, no real difference in performance.
Shoes -
Entry: Shimano M088 lasted me two years and still going, the M089 is out now.
Mid: Diadora X-Trail Carbons are good shoes, but the soles wear off after a year, although that's not too big of a deal
High: about to get a pair of Fizik with the Boa enclosure, those look great! :)
You can even get the cheaper M530s. They're pretty much identical to the XT and XTRs but even cheaper and just as durable.
A stiffer shoe will be racier. A sneaker can still be stiff but almost certainly heavier. There's lots of good options now that fall in between - just stiff enough to be efficient but with a good tread and maybe a flexible forefoot to allow decent walking. Be wary of racy shoes with hard slippery soles - this makes for terrifying experiences if terrain is wet or technical - probably a bad call in any situation around here.
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I need to make this decision now also, new bike I am picking up has clipless pedals, but I have never ridden anything other than flats. I just don't know how much I trust myself to not kook out and wreck myself down a trail strapped in.
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I know people who are afraid of being trapped by clipless peddles but they are fine with toe clips which makes no sense to me?
If the peddles are Shimano just back off the tension all the way, turn them in 3 clicks which is pretty minimal, do a little practise getting in/out and you should be OK, Turn them up when you feel OK
the M530's were pretty cheap at MEC
You especially need to try SPD bike shoes on for fit, I'm sure Shimano are great for someone but they have never fit me worth a damn
low tension is good to start out learning but you'll find once you really get on the gas your feet will be coming out a lot. I have my tension almost maxed out, but I've also been on clipless for about 20 years! ;)
Also, shimano doesn't have a much side to side float compared to some brands. Time pedals have way more, which you may or may not like. Definitely more forgiving but for me, I hate it. I like Shimano's small amount of play.
Here's a tip for learning on clip less pedals. Find a log about 50 cm high. Attempt to cross said log. When you tip over and fail to twist soon enough your shin will get barked by the log and you will swear in pain. And never fuck that move up again. Your body recalls the pain and will bypass the brain next time. Stupid brain.
Debate? Bikes are made for riding not pushing.
I need to make this decision now also, new bike I am picking up has clipless pedals, but I have never ridden anything other than flats. I just don't know how much I trust myself to not kook out and wreck myself down a trail strapped in.
Spend some time setting it up first. I tried my first ride clipless recently and it was a disaster. I had one foot too tight and the other too loose. Also discovered I wiggle my feet a lot when I ride so they would just randomly pop out. You may want to switch back and forth for a while.
Prior to this, I had only ridden clipless on the road.
low tension is good to start out learning but you'll find once you really get on the gas your feet will be coming out a lot. I have my tension almost maxed out, but I've also been on clipless for about 20 years! ;)
Also, shimano doesn't have a much side to side float compared to some brands. Time pedals have way more, which you may or may not like. Definitely more forgiving but for me, I hate it. I like Shimano's small amount of play.
yeah back the tension off on you good leg , and keep the tension as light as you can till you get used to them , i used to practice on a grass field at 1st , falling is easier on the body .
also make sure the cleat is tight in the mounts on the shoe , nothing like the cleat rotating rather then unclipping .
when i started riding in 92/93 there was straps , toeclip , big nasty ass flat pedals and good old 737,s from shimano , i road toeclips at the start and jumped to clipless after a few months , rode those for 10+yrs , now i ride flats but am looking at clipless again for some rides and racing .
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