Description -Easy dual-sided entry: no kicking it over, no looking down, no fumbling.
-Non-centering free float minimizes the potential for knee strain.
-Unbeatable cornering clearance: X/5 - 35 degree...
Bike Setup: Felt F65, SRAM components, Mavic wheels
Summary: Was recommended a set of these for knee problems seeing as they have unlimited float. I have used the on 2 bikes so far and intend to stay with speedplays.
Bike Setup: You're not interested in reading about my overweight workhorse parts equipped road bike that sees more mileage than my car.
Summary: Switched from Looks to Speedplay X3's. X3's were the best pedals I've had. Speedplay discontinued them and came out with this version. I'm just as pleased. Cleats are far more durable than Looks. I get about 5,000 miles per pair. Setup is simple; you don't have to worry about cleat rotation when you mount them. Unlike Look cleats, these will never squeak. Stack height is low, which translates into greater power transfer. Corner clearance is excellent. Entry and release are a snap, and tension is independent of release. They hold your foot securely. I find free float to be less stressful on my knees, because a spring doesn't force you to rotate back to center. They're superlight and trick for such a small pricetag. Haven't had any maintenance issues. If you have joint problems, buy these; heck, buy 'em even if you don't.
Strengths: quiet/durable cleats
easy to setup
low stack height
excellent cornering clearance
entry/release
easy on the joints
Weaknesses: I'm nitpicking; they assume blue will match everyone's bike. Color choices are available on Light Action. Might check those out when this pair gives up the ghost
Similar Products Used: various Look models
Time
Shimano
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Summary: These were my first pedals. Got them because I was worried about potential knee problems. They are indeed good on the knees, but mine developed significant axial play in < 1000 miles. I could fix it by taking them apart and rebuilding, but it was a pain. Also, they wouldn't hold grease...it just squirted out the lolipop/spindle interface within about 50 miles (speedplay grease and gun). After another couple thousand miles there was play in every axis (pedal, not cleat). Just felt like alot of slop in the system when pedaling. Finally, I always developed hot spots on them. Eventually bought some dura ace pd-7810s, which are fabulous. Overall, I was disappointed in the X5.
Strengths: unlimited float is easy on the knees.
Weaknesses: I trashed them in only a few thousand miles. (165 lbs, strong but not that strong)
Similar Products Used: Shimano pd-7810
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Bike Setup: Nashbar frame, 9spd ultegra dura ace mix, fsa wheels and crankset
Summary: Like these pedals a lot. Over 2000 miles and no problems at all. Takes a ride or two to get used to free float, felt weird at first in a strong cross wind. Easy to clip in and out.
Strengths: Strong, light, easy to use
Weaknesses: none for me
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Summary: These are pretty much what you would expect. A good pedal for a good price. 2500 miles and no issues other than simple maintenance lubrication. I'm a clydesdale and I really jam on these pedals with no issues.
Strengths: Dual sided for ease of getting in. Massive amounts of float. Durable.
Weaknesses: The cleat system gets junk in it sometimes but that's such a small negative
Similar Products Used: Shimano SPD
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