Shimano SPD Pedal Clipless Pedals

I've used the same style/brand pedals on 5 bikes over 25 years. I've never replaced worn out pedals. I just keep buying these when getting a new bike for myself and other family members or friends. They are great for a road bike and the price for these name brand pedals is super reasonable. They are heavier than high end road bike pedals but they are double-sided making it easier to clip in on-the-go. They are well built and come with Shimano cleats to match. I don't own a mountain bike but am certain these would be great for that application as well. You can spend way more for pedals that can't really work any better than these, at least for my style of riding.

So alot of people have this idea that mountain bike pedals should not be on a road bike. My wife and I (along with about a dozen friends) prefer the SPD style clips/cleats to the hard plastic road shoes that offer no use off the bike. We ride with a group of friends (anywhere from 15-100 miles) and enjoy stops along the way, coffee shops, breakfast, lunch, etc. I'm sure you can adjust to walking on the hard road shoes, but the comfort the SPD style offers is great!My wife was recently ready to progress from standard pedals to clips, and it was a no-brainer to pickup these pedals. The cost through Amazon.com is almost half of what you would pay at your LBS (local Bike shop). I am all for promoting local business and keeping money in the community, but come on, double the price? Lets get real. We all need to save money.These pedals will not be the lightest you can buy, but they are certainly quality built and long lasting (I started with these and have friends who use them). These are a great deal and I recommend anyone who is looking to save your money and go with these. There are "upgrade" models, such as the 540 or even the XT series, but unless you are competitive and looking to save a few grams on your bike (seriously, grams??) then save your money for shoes and other essentials and go with these pedals!Also, if you are new to this, I recommend picking up a set of the Shimano SH56 Cleats - Shimano SH56 SPD Cleat Set as they allow for multi-directional release and are much easier to un-clip from while learning. I still ride with SH56's even after almost 2 years. You won't be sorry. My wife is happy with the setup and she hasn't fallen while stopping thanks to this pedal and cleat combination. We also picked her up a pair of Pearl iZUMi shoes - Pearl iZUMi Women's All-Road Cycling Shoe in black & pink that she is in love with. Happy Wife = Happy Life (and a wife who hasn't fallen and hurt herself only makes it that much better!)Ride Safe & Have Fun!

Key features I really like: PRICE: It's a good economy pedal. CLIPS: positioned on both sides of the pedal so its easy to lock in. I've been on these pedals for about 45 miles so far and they are solid. Clip in and out is fine. Clips are adjustable and come factory positioned right in the middle of the tension range. The factory supplies with these pedals 1 set of SM-SH51 SPD Cleats which have a pretty precise release position (turning the heal outward to release - and may be the source of some comments about release not being very easy). If you are looking for a little more flexible release position or are a novice and need some practice with clipless pedals, then the SM-SH56 SPD cleats offer same quality, but release in multiple positions. These pedals are marketed as a mountain bike pedal, but I'm using them on my road bike with no issues. Overall a very solid 5-star recommendation.

Amazing deal for a set of great pedals. Even better when you can get them on sale. I bought these for my Cannondale Mtn bike and loved it so much that I bought another pair for my Cannondale road bike. Now I don't have to get another pair of cycling shoes to share between bikes, not to mention a spare pair of cleats. Performance is amazing for such an inexpensive pair of pedals and not heavy at all. I'd never spend more realizing how good these little pedals work. Anyone complaining about the weight, being a few grams must be running a fever. The weight to price difference for a reputable brand can't be beat. Forget Wellgo. To spend $20-$50 more on a lighter pair of pedals that is 20-30g less is plain crazy and silly. Just drink a few gulps of water from your bottle would take care of that weight equivalent. Mounting on the crank arms is easy DIY. Buy a wrench and save the cost of taking it to a bike shop.

Little by little, over the past 3 years, I have purchased items in the pursuit of a faster, longer bike ride as I have renewed my passion for the sport. First, I bought a used MTB, then about a year ago stepped up to a nice carbon frame road bike, but at that time I bought it with pedals that were platform on one side, and SPD compatible on the other. I wasn't yet to the point of being comfortable wearing bike shoes with cleats on my rides.Last fall I made that transition, and as I got used to being clipped in, the natural progression was to go with double-sided SPD pedals. These are economical and once I tweeked the spring tension slightly and the position of the cleats on my shoes have worked out great. I hardly have to even think about clipping in and out - very smooth and intuitive.The only reason I gave these 4 stars instead of 5 is because I'm sure the lighter weight of more expensive pedals ultimately does make a difference in speed and efficiency, but I'm not yet to the point of appreciating that difference.As usual, the purchasing experience of these at Amazon was smooth and with no surprises.

Very good entry level clipless pedals. They grip your shoes tight. Kind of stiff when you first start using them, but they can easily be adjusted for easier removal.

Bought a pair of these for my gravel bike and they worked great! About a year of use now before switching to road pedals and they're great for anyone wanting to try out clipless pedals. Easy in and easy out!