Found the squeak
08-16-21, 06:45 PM
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Found the squeak
So 2 weeks ago I started to get a squeak coming from the bottom when I pedal up hill or out of the saddle. Since my cleats were pretty worn I replaced them. I also pulled the crank out and greased the bearing and shaft.
It still squeaked.
I noticed if I rotated my feet to take the "float" out the squeak went away.
I have Look Keo cleats and in the past always used the "grip" version, but the ones I put on didn't have the grip. That also had a white plastic, assume teflon, section that contacts the pedals.
So today I installed a set of Keo "Grip" cleats and viola.... no more squeak.
Why do they make them if they squeak?
Grip
It still squeaked.
I noticed if I rotated my feet to take the "float" out the squeak went away.
I have Look Keo cleats and in the past always used the "grip" version, but the ones I put on didn't have the grip. That also had a white plastic, assume teflon, section that contacts the pedals.
So today I installed a set of Keo "Grip" cleats and viola.... no more squeak.
Why do they make them if they squeak?
Grip
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08-17-21, 12:50 AM
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Yup, I've noticed that squeak from the rubbery bits on some new cleats. I use wax on the friction surfaces and walking pads -- leftover candle wax works fine. Usually does the trick.
Seems like those cleat/pedal mating surfaces squeak less with wear, maybe due to scuffs and accumulation of dust.
Seems like those cleat/pedal mating surfaces squeak less with wear, maybe due to scuffs and accumulation of dust.
