Do Time Impact cleats fit RXS pedals ?

galatzo

I've just received some Time cleats from Merlin advertised as below

http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/Bike+Shop ... N_1797.htm

PIcture shows RXS but I received Impact cleats, very similar shape.

Are they ok to use with RXS pedals ?

Thanks

dcj

yes they will, no problems - i've been doing just that for a year.

galatzo

Found a pretty good answer on Wiggle

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/time-rxs-road-p ... eats/#more

Top Features of the Time RXS Road Pedal Cleats
The RXS cleat offers one release angle of 15 degree and also has a +/- 5 degrees of toe adjustment
Supplied as a pack: two cleats, allen key and screws
Includes wear indicators
Lightweight
Non-slip
Can be used on the Impact, RXS, RXE and Xen pedals systems but not the original 1980's Equipe models
Time RXS pedal cleats (Grey) have a one piece café cleat with three integrated non-slip stabilizers. These cleats are fully interchangeable with the Impact, RXE and Xen pedals.

The widely placed polyurethane stabilizers grip the ground safely and provide excellent stability. These stabilizers are not part of the engagement system, and although highly resistant to abrasion they have no effect on retention even if worn down.

Are the RXS cleats and the Impact cleats interchangeable?
Yes. The Impact cleat can be used with the RXS pedal and the RXS cleat can be used with the Impact pedal. The cleats are interchangeable but there are some minor performance differences: The Impact cleat offers either a 13 or 17 degree release angle whilst the RXS cleat offers one release angle of 15 degrees.

What are the other differences between the RXS and Impact cleats?
The RXS cleat offers +/- 5 degrees of toe adjustment, the Impact cleat offers no toe adjustment. The RXS cleat offers adjustable Q factor by changing the cleat orientation. Q factor adjustment for the Impact is done by an adjustment on the pedal.

How do I change the Q-factor on with the RXS Café cleats?
There is a single dot embossed in each cam of the RXS cleat. For a narrow Q-factor, install each cleat with the dot positioned towards the inside of the shoe, closest to the crank arm. For a wider Q-factor, install the cleats with the dot towards the outer edge of the shoe.

How do I change the release angle of the Impact cleats?
The red Impact cleat offers either a 13 or 17 degree release angle. Molded into the back side of the cleat there are markings for either 13 or 17 degrees. For a 17 degree release angle, mount the cleat with the 17 degree marking towards the outside of the shoe. For a 13 degree release, mount the cleat with the 13 degree marking towards the outside of the shoe.

Berk Bonebonce

Time have been through two phases in their history. The original/Equipe phase needed special shoes; the cleats to fit the modern Xen/Impact/RXS/RXE are interchangeable, ie. different names for the same thing.

Be sure to look for the dot on the metal part of the cleats and read the above about Q factor.

JeffPez

I have the the rxs with cafe cleats. I just accidentally ordered time rxs edge pedals. Will 1 set of cleats work with both pedals?