Bike Setup: K2 MOD 3. Al/carbon frame. 105s except bottom crank from Truvativ. Bontrager wheels & conti GP4000 tyres
Summary: The pedals were fitted during a bike set up session about 3 months after I bought the new bike. Previously it had Shimano SPD pedals & I was getting hot spots after about 70km. It took a while to get used to them after double sided pedals & I still occassionally "miss the clips" at the end of a long ride when tired.
Have now done about 7 000km with them with no serious problems (have regreased them once at about 4 000km). They've got a small amount of play now, but nothing to worry about.
The biggest failing is their ability to squeak! It started at about 2 000km and it took me about 3 months to find an effective solution - spray them lightly before each ride with a silicone furniture polish. And then they smell real good too!!
Strengths: Wide contact - no hot spots on long rides
Durable
Float is just right - they solved my knee aches
Weaknesses: Squeak prolifically unless lubed every ride
Paint job not great - they're looking a bit scruffy now
Easy to "miss clip"
Heavy compared to the alternatives
Similar Products Used: Shimano 520 SPD
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Summary: I have used these pedals on 3 different road bikes over the last 4 years and they have served me well and are still going strong on my current bike, a Trek 5200. My only complaint is that they are a bit on the heavy side.
Strengths: durability, large platform
Weaknesses: weight
Similar Products Used: Nashbar SPD type pedals
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Summary: I have 3 pairs of PP247's on 3 different bikes. These have been a steady depednable performer. I assume these will go the way of the Dodo now that the Keo model has taken over. I like the large platform and easy entry/exit. Bearings have remained smooth over years of use
Strengths: Dependable
Large platform
easy entry/exit
smooth bearings
cleats available everywhere
Weaknesses: weight, compared to the current offerings
Similar Products Used: I have used Look for 16 years now other than a brief stint with Shimano Looks
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Summary: I've been using eggbeaters with off-road pedals for a while, but the lack of a truly positive feel and any significant platform made them kinda uncomfortable for road use. Anyway, nearly everyone uses the Look/Time type of pedal, so I figured I'd give them a shot. I didn't know much about these things and it turns out, the clerk at Performance knew even less. Coming from the super floaty eggbeaters, I knew I wanted pedals w/ adjustable float. The guy at Performance told me that the release tension adjustment screw was the float adjustment. Of course, this is incorrect. If you don't believe me, ask my swollen knees (in the clerk's defense, he did help me the best he could, even printing up some info he found on the internet). At any rate, I will be exchanging these pedals for some 5.1s or something else with a little more float.
Note for people who shop at one of the Performance retail/outlet stores-
before you go in, check their website. Their online price is usually lower than their in-store price and they will give you whichever one is cheaper.
Strengths: They seem strong and well made. The 'click' you hear when you engage is very audible and confidence inspiring-you know you're in.
Weaknesses: Almost no float. I don't know if this is really a weakness. They were made this way and some riders must prefer the very limited float, but I'm not one of them.
Bike Setup: Trek 1500 with Look pedals and Vredestien tires
Summary: After riding a year with SPD style pedals on my raod bike, I decided to try a wider platform pedal due to some discomfort on long rides. The Look 247 has not dissapointed. I got them fairly cheap and they have been flawless.
Strengths: Looks (no pun intended!,) comfort, ease of entry and exit
Weaknesses: none yet
Similar Products Used: Shimano SPD, toe clips
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