General Discussion Triathlon Talk » triathlon bike shoe and pedals? Rss Feed  
Moderators: k9car363, alicefoeller Reply
2009-07-26 2:26 AM

User image

Veteran
259
1001002525
SoCal
Subject: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
I was just wondering what everyone uses for a road shoe and bike pedals...I've been using keo classics as pedals and a pair of velcro fortes...but I'm looking into others...suggestions are greatly appreciated..thanks


2009-07-26 4:01 AM
in reply to: #2308163

User image

Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
I'm using Ultegra pedals and Tri-Vent shoes. They're doing just fine for me
2009-07-26 8:13 AM
in reply to: #2308163

Member
64
2525
Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
Do you not like the Keo classiscs?  Are they causing you a problem?  I have a friend who is looking at them right now.

 
2009-07-26 11:11 AM
in reply to: #2308163

User image

Regular
96
252525
Plainfield, IL
Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
Keo Sprints...and love them...
As far as shoes go, just entry level Specialized velcro's....Works fine for me..
2009-07-26 5:11 PM
in reply to: #2308248

User image

Veteran
259
1001002525
SoCal
Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
I was having some issues with them because of the uneasy entry/exit...i was looking into speedplays because Ive only heard good things about them.....hope that helps
2009-07-26 6:29 PM
in reply to: #2308163

User image

Master
2426
200010010010010025
Central Indiana
Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
I have almost 10k mi on my Keo Classics & they've been great.  My fav pedal for those long century rides. If you're having probs with entry/exit- clean/lube 'em and check to make sure your cleats aren't worn.
That said- I tend to prefer Shimano pedals/cleats better for tri because the little grippers allow for better traction while running.  (My only 2 tris so far have had horrible transition areas to run on in bare feet-sharp stones, sticks, even some metal and glass debris)

I'm not a Speedplay fan since the mechanism is on the cleat.  Two of my club buddies have had those cleats break/malfunction while on long rides, which is a PITA.  The pedals are light, but add the weight of the cleat & they're in the range of other systems.


2009-07-26 7:14 PM
in reply to: #2308926

Member
36
25
Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
I have no concerns with my Keo Classics but every race I do, I regret buying the Nike cycling shoes. Though full carbon souls at a great price seemed like a deal at the time, It's practically impossible to slip my foot in on  the fly without the tongue getting crammed down the shoe.

I since have noticed that triathlon shoes don't have a traditional tongue at all but rather two flaps. Same hold true for the ZOOT running shoes.

2009-07-28 10:20 AM
in reply to: #2308163

User image

Veteran
145
10025
Warrenton, VA
Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
I have the Specialized Tri Vent shoe and Look Keos and like them both.
2009-07-28 11:38 AM
in reply to: #2308163

User image

Veteran
259
1001002525
SoCal
Subject: RE: triathlon bike shoe and pedals?
thanks everyone for your input...really appreciate it..
New Thread
General Discussion Triathlon Talk » triathlon bike shoe and pedals? Rss Feed