How much for decent clipless pedals and shoes?
06-30-14, 11:52 AM
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How much for decent clipless pedals and shoes?
How much can I expect to pay for a decent pair of clipless pedals and shoes for a road bike? I'm on a pretty tight budget. Thanks.
06-30-14, 12:11 PM
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You don't say what you would consider "decent." I think this is about the cheapest you'll get the whole bunch in one go;
Amazon.com: Venzo Road Bike For Shimano SPD SL Look Cycling Bicycle Shoes & Pedals: Sports & Outdoors
Other than that, I'd say keep an eye out for your size shoe on the clearance shelf at the LBS, something nice might get bumped down to $100 or even $50 if you're lucky.
Pedals-wise, SPD-SLs start at around $40, Keos at about $60, Shimano-branded SPDs at about $35 (Wellgo and other off-brands can be cheaper).
Amazon.com: Venzo Road Bike For Shimano SPD SL Look Cycling Bicycle Shoes & Pedals: Sports & Outdoors
Other than that, I'd say keep an eye out for your size shoe on the clearance shelf at the LBS, something nice might get bumped down to $100 or even $50 if you're lucky.
Pedals-wise, SPD-SLs start at around $40, Keos at about $60, Shimano-branded SPDs at about $35 (Wellgo and other off-brands can be cheaper).
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Do you need road shoes?
If not, and you wear size 41 or smaller $45 PD-M520 and $28 for these Diadora shoes = $73 + shipping, which is zero if you live in Portland.
Diadora Globe MTB/Trekking Shoe at BikeTiresDirect
If not, and you wear size 41 or smaller $45 PD-M520 and $28 for these Diadora shoes = $73 + shipping, which is zero if you live in Portland.
Diadora Globe MTB/Trekking Shoe at BikeTiresDirect
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Do you need road shoes?
If not, and you wear size 41 or smaller $45 PD-M520 and $28 for these Diadora shoes = $73 + shipping, which is zero if you live in Portland.
Diadora Globe MTB/Trekking Shoe at BikeTiresDirect
If not, and you wear size 41 or smaller $45 PD-M520 and $28 for these Diadora shoes = $73 + shipping, which is zero if you live in Portland.
Diadora Globe MTB/Trekking Shoe at BikeTiresDirect
06-30-14, 12:42 PM
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Shimano Road pedals $32.99
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...76_-1___204720
Giro Road shoe $39.99
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...32_-1___204700
add $7.99 shipping and then tax and you have both for a little over 80 bucks
Shimano Road pedals $32.99
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...76_-1___204720
Giro Road shoe $39.99
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...32_-1___204700
add $7.99 shipping and then tax and you have both for a little over 80 bucks
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these days i'm spending upwards of 400... which is ridiculous, but i've tried lower end stuff and i keep getting bruised soles on my feet.
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I got Shimano R087 shoes from Jenson $50
Shimano R087 Road Shoes > Apparel > Shoes and Footwear > Road Cycling Shoes | Jenson USA
And Shimano R540 pedals from Nashbar for $33
Shimano R540 Road Pedals - Normal Shipping Ground
Not the greatest, lightest etc but they were my first clipless pedals and shoes and I have basically used them every day for over a year and they are still going strong
Shimano R087 Road Shoes > Apparel > Shoes and Footwear > Road Cycling Shoes | Jenson USA
And Shimano R540 pedals from Nashbar for $33
Shimano R540 Road Pedals - Normal Shipping Ground
Not the greatest, lightest etc but they were my first clipless pedals and shoes and I have basically used them every day for over a year and they are still going strong
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I got Shimano R087 shoes from Jenson $50
Shimano R087 Road Shoes > Apparel > Shoes and Footwear > Road Cycling Shoes | Jenson USA
And Shimano R540 pedals from Nashbar for $33
Shimano R540 Road Pedals - Normal Shipping Ground
Not the greatest, lightest etc but they were my first clipless pedals and shoes and I have basically used them every day for over a year and they are still going strong
Shimano R087 Road Shoes > Apparel > Shoes and Footwear > Road Cycling Shoes | Jenson USA
And Shimano R540 pedals from Nashbar for $33
Shimano R540 Road Pedals - Normal Shipping Ground
Not the greatest, lightest etc but they were my first clipless pedals and shoes and I have basically used them every day for over a year and they are still going strong
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I strongly, STRONGLY encourage you to go to a shop and get your shoes in person. Getting them online may be a hassle as the fit may vary by brand.
I would say you should have NO problem getting good shoes and pedals together for under $150. Maybe even under $75 if you shop clearance.
You can get the pedals online but consider getting shoes in person.
I would say you should have NO problem getting good shoes and pedals together for under $150. Maybe even under $75 if you shop clearance.
You can get the pedals online but consider getting shoes in person.
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check out merlin cycles, they sell package deals at a discount. you can find some deals under 100 depending on how tight your budget is.
scroll down, they have package deals on the right side
Sidi Nevada Road Cycling Shoes | Merlin Cycles
Rexton Racing Shoes | Merlin Cycles
scroll down, they have package deals on the right side
Sidi Nevada Road Cycling Shoes | Merlin Cycles
Rexton Racing Shoes | Merlin Cycles
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I strongly, STRONGLY encourage you to go to a shop and get your shoes in person. Getting them online may be a hassle as the fit may vary by brand.
I would say you should have NO problem getting good shoes and pedals together for under $150. Maybe even under $75 if you shop clearance.
You can get the pedals online but consider getting shoes in person.
I would say you should have NO problem getting good shoes and pedals together for under $150. Maybe even under $75 if you shop clearance.
You can get the pedals online but consider getting shoes in person.
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Don't overlook the Nashbar pedals. I have a pair and they are great (no worse than the Shimano Ultegra pedals I was using before). Nashbar has a 20% off sale going on right now, too. I have these, but these are only $24 and the only real difference is 85 grams.
As far as shoes go, that's more of a personal preference thing, but I've always had good luck with Shimano shoes.
You will definitely feel the difference going to clipless.
As far as shoes go, that's more of a personal preference thing, but I've always had good luck with Shimano shoes.
You will definitely feel the difference going to clipless.
06-30-14, 08:26 PM
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Just go with the basic shimano, inside your budget
wiggle.com.au | Shimano PD-R540 SPD SL Sport Pedals | Road Clip-In Pedals
wiggle.com.au | Shimano R064 Road Cycling Shoes | Road Shoes
wiggle.com.au | Shimano PD-R540 SPD SL Sport Pedals | Road Clip-In Pedals
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I was in the same boat not too long ago (about a year). I opted for a $200 budget for both, but ended up spending closer to $140. I got 105 pedals and Shimano R088 shoes at various on-line retailers for ~140. I tried the Shoes on at Sport Chalet, based on their advertised price, but ended up ordering online, because they wouldn't honor their own advertised priced. Sheesh.
BTW, getting clipless pedals/shoes was the BEST investment I've made in cycling. I was dubious at first, but I'm SO glad I listened to folks on here and went for it. Seriously can't imagine riding without them now.
BTW, getting clipless pedals/shoes was the BEST investment I've made in cycling. I was dubious at first, but I'm SO glad I listened to folks on here and went for it. Seriously can't imagine riding without them now.
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I was in the same boat not too long ago (about a year). I opted for a $200 budget for both, but ended up spending closer to $140. I got 105 pedals and Shimano R088 shoes at various on-line retailers for ~140. I tried the Shoes on at Sport Chalet, based on their advertised price, but ended up ordering online, because they wouldn't honor their own advertised priced. Sheesh.
BTW, getting clipless pedals/shoes was the BEST investment I've made in cycling. I was dubious at first, but I'm SO glad I listened to folks on here and went for it. Seriously can't imagine riding without them now.
BTW, getting clipless pedals/shoes was the BEST investment I've made in cycling. I was dubious at first, but I'm SO glad I listened to folks on here and went for it. Seriously can't imagine riding without them now.
I got my Look Keo Classic pedals on e-bay for $60 shipped.
Those Nashbar pedals are probably decent for your first set, and Shimano makes good shoes.
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If you live near an REI store, keep an eye out for sales. I bought my Shimano R087 shoes there for $83 in April 2011. 15,000 miles later they're still working for me, no issues at all.
I bought pedals off Amazon, but spent more than I did on shoes.
I bought pedals off Amazon, but spent more than I did on shoes.
