total beginners question

spidan
spidan Posts: 59
edited October 2008 in MTB beginners
Why are spd type pedals called clipless when you do clip in to them?
Giant XTC3.5 Maxis tyres, Shimano deore cranks, superstar bits and bobs

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    because they do not use a toe clip and strap. but still provide a clipped in feel.
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  • spidan
    spidan Posts: 59
    thanks
    Giant XTC3.5 Maxis tyres, Shimano deore cranks, superstar bits and bobs
  • LordBanks
    LordBanks Posts: 358
    I always wondered that actually.
  • davetwin
    davetwin Posts: 68
    Must admit I always wondered that myself but thought it would make me look silly if I asked :oops:
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  • bells0
    bells0 Posts: 414
    Same here LOL :oops: :wink:
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  • Daz555
    Daz555 Posts: 3,976
    "Strapless pedals" would be a better description.
    You only need two tools: WD40 and Duck Tape.
    If it doesn't move and should, use the WD40.
    If it shouldn't move and does, use the tape.
  • batch78
    batch78 Posts: 1,320
    Except flats are also strapless.

    And you used to be able to get a toe clip that didn't use a strap.

    And there's also dresses and bras which come strapless!

    Best left as it is in my opinion.
  • cee
    cee Posts: 4,553
    davetwin wrote:
    Must admit I always wondered that myself but thought it would make me look silly if I asked :oops:

    what.....sillier than in a hardhat and hiviz vest! :wink:
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  • davetwin
    davetwin Posts: 68
    cee wrote:
    davetwin wrote:
    Must admit I always wondered that myself but thought it would make me look silly if I asked :oops:

    what.....sillier than in a hardhat and hiviz vest! :wink:

    :lol:
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  • andrewjoseph
    andrewjoseph Posts: 2,165
    there are no silly questions. i learnt a long time ago to ask questions about things i didn't understand.

    the consequences of not asking the questions will make you look a lot sillier.
    --
    Burls Ti Tourer for Tarmac, Saracen aluminium full suss for trails
  • thebluefox
    thebluefox Posts: 200
    Lol, I was wondering the same too!!
  • Daz555
    Daz555 Posts: 3,976
    I reckon they should be called "clip-ins" or "click-ins" or "step-ins" or, oh you know , I just don't care.
    You only need two tools: WD40 and Duck Tape.
    If it doesn't move and should, use the WD40.
    If it shouldn't move and does, use the tape.
  • stumpyjon
    stumpyjon Posts: 3,983
    Just call em SPDs like everyone else (even if they are made by Time, Crank Bros etc.).
    It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

    I've bought a new bike....ouch - result
    Can I buy a new bike?...No - no result
  • gthang
    gthang Posts: 293
    silly name imo, my flat pedal are also clipless.
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  • spidan
    spidan Posts: 59
    I agree. From now on we should call them clipped pedals. Flats are clipless.
    Bring the revoloution. lol
    Giant XTC3.5 Maxis tyres, Shimano deore cranks, superstar bits and bobs

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