new pedals

phelim
phelim Posts: 91
edited June 2008 in Workshop
taking part in the wicklow 200 on sunday and pedals i have are worn out. so going to change them today looking for advice on the best pedals for knees that can be troublesome at times. had shimano 105's. but want to change.

thanks
pjmcg

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  • LangerDan
    LangerDan Posts: 6,132
    Phelim
    To be honest, it may not be the best idea to change the pedals this close to the Wicklow 200. If you are going to a different pedal / cleat system, it may take several spins before you can settle on the best cleat position. Climbing Slieve Mann on Sunday will be a challenge enough without your kneecaps pinging off into the heather.

    If the Shimanos are worn but otherwise ok, perhaps a new set of them with new cleats (or get them serviced and put on new cleats) may get you though the event and you can change the pedals at a later date when you've more time.

    If you are determined to change the pedals anyway, people with knee problems usually tend to favour those with lots of float. eg. Time. Make sure that your shoe drillings are compatible with whatever pedals you select - bring your shoe to the shop if in doubt. The other thing to remember is that some systems have a much lower "stack height" than others, i.e. your foot is closer to the pedal axle. If your new pedals have a lower stack height, you'll need to drop your saddle correspondingly.
    'This week I 'ave been mostly been climbing like Basso - Shirley Basso.'
  • maddog 2
    maddog 2 Posts: 8,114
    you might want to consider moving to spuds if you want more float and a 'looser' feel to your pedals.
    Facts are meaningless, you can use facts to prove anything that's remotely true! - Homer
  • aarw
    aarw Posts: 448
    LangerDan is right, Wicklow ain't the ride you want to test ride a new set of pedals on.
  • phelim
    phelim Posts: 91
    just going to stick to new shimano pedals then change next week. thanks for your help
    pjmcg

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