Originally Posted by blinky

I need to recall my previous response - I have the bike on an indoor fluid trainer and just double checked the dismount - now I have to agree with you , it's much more difficult to disengage the SPD-SL cleats ( in my case Blue Shimano SPD-SL cleats ) from the pedal , i.e. DuraAce SPD-SL , as compared to my old red SPD Look cleats with Look SPD pedals - I'm in the market for new shoes , my test was done with old shoes but new SPD-SL cleats , but first I'll try setting the pedal tension to the smallest amount and if it's still harder to dismount I'll probably opt for new DuraAce SPD pedals with regular Shimano SPD cleats - will hopefully find a buyer for the DuraAce SPD-SL pedals , Ughhhhh !!!!