Best value 3-bolt pedals?
03-27-20, 12:09 AM
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Best value 3-bolt pedals?
Just got a smart trainer, which means I don't need my PowerTap P2 pedals on the trainer bike anymore. I'd like to get some 3-bolt compatible pedals, but had some sticker shock when finding out the MSRP on SPD-SL pedals (besides my P2s, I'd only ever bought very inexpensive SPD pedals). Since it's just for indoor use, can I just get whatever, or does pedal quality still matter for a dedicate indoor setup?
03-27-20, 05:08 AM
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If P2 cleats are keo compatible, it would make sense to get the keo classic or similar. I think the U.K. stores may have them for as low as 35 American. Of course, check your cleat compatibility.
PS: unless of course you have a dedicated “indoor” shoe, and don’t mind running multiple cleat/pedal systems. In that case get whatever’s the cheapest
PS: unless of course you have a dedicated “indoor” shoe, and don’t mind running multiple cleat/pedal systems. In that case get whatever’s the cheapest
03-27-20, 09:20 AM
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spd-sl are different from what power meter pedals support. The p2 and assioma pedals are look-keo compatible, I believe shimano won't license spd-sl to be used for power meters.
03-27-20, 09:37 AM
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I have dedicated indoor shoes, so cleat compatibility isn't an issue. The cheapest ones I could find all seem to be meant for beginners and tout being able to clip out more easily, is that going to make them feel less secure during an intense workout?
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Pairs of Look Keo classic, or Keo Sprint, or Keo Easy can usually be had for $35-$40 all over the internet (Planet Cyclery has them right now, for example).
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I ended up buying Shimano R550 pedals after reading that they were the cheapest metal-plated SPD-SL pedals available. Got them at a big discount from Merlin and have used for a few rides, they seem perfectly adequate. Given that there looks to be a lot of indoor cycling in my future, I went for something that has good reviews on reliability.
