clipless pedals vs straps

Not only will you have a more efficient pedal stroke with clipless pedals, but clipless pedals are
safer in that you can unclip much more reliably than with straps. Upgrading to clipless is certainly
worth it, no question.

-Pat

Pat Bell said:

Not only will you have a more efficient pedal stroke with clipless pedals, but clipless pedals are
safer in that you can unclip much more reliably than with straps. Upgrading to clipless is
certainly worth it, no question.

Maybe you can do it more reliably, but my left knee indicates otherwise. I never have had trouble
getting out of the cage, but speedplay pedals are a different matter.

I don't dispute the gain in power, though when riding in heavy hills, or urban traffic, I'd rather
use the cage.
--
Jason O'Rourke www.jor.com

Thats because you are fat and slow. Clipless is the way to go, bro.

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Pat Bell said:

Not only will you have a more efficient pedal stroke with clipless pedals, but clipless pedals
are safer in that you can unclip much more reliably than with straps. Upgrading to clipless is
certainly worth it, no question.

Maybe you can do it more reliably, but my left knee indicates otherwise. I never have had trouble
getting out of the cage, but speedplay pedals are a different matter.

I don't dispute the gain in power, though when riding in heavy hills, or urban traffic, I'd rather
use the cage.

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Walker) said:

Thats because you are fat and slow. Clipless is the way to go, bro.

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(Jason O'Rourke) said:

Pat Bell said:

Not only will you have a more efficient pedal stroke with clipless pedals, but clipless pedals are
safer in that you can unclip much more reliably than with straps. Upgrading to clipless is
certainly worth it, no question.

Maybe you can do it more reliably, but my left knee indicates otherwise. I never have had trouble
getting out of the cage, but speedplay pedals are a different matter.

I really think it depends on how you use the cages. If you use them put your foot in and
then lock your foot in they are without a doubt more difficult to get out of. Reaching down
unlocking them is a major issue at a stop. OTOH if you just adjust them so you can slide
your foot in and out at a stop then they are easier (More natural) to get out that clipless.
All in all though Definately go clipless. Easier to get into. Just about as easy to get out
of in any situation. More power.

~Matt

Quoted message said:

I don't dispute the gain in power, though when riding in heavy hills, or urban traffic, I'd rather
use the cage.
--
Jason O'Rourke www.jor.com

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Quoted message said:

Maybe you can do it more reliably, but my left knee indicates otherwise. I never have had trouble
getting out of the cage, but speedplay pedals are a different matter.

I really think it depends on how you use the cages. If you use them put your foot in and
then lock your foot in they are without a doubt more difficult to get out of. Reaching down
unlocking them is a major issue at a stop. OTOH if you just adjust them so you can slide
your foot in and out at a stop then they are easier (More natural) to get out that clipless.
All in all though Definately go clipless. Easier to get into. Just about as easy to get out
of in any situation. More power.

What kind are you using? I find that the float allowed by speedplay is great during riding, but
getting in and out is certainly not easier than the cage. I slide my feet in and out, and have years
of muscle memory on offroads.

Power - no doubts there.

--
Jason O'Rourke www.jor.com

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Not only will you have a more efficient pedal stroke with clipless pedals, but clipless pedals are
safer in that you can unclip much more reliably than with straps. Upgrading to clipless is
certainly worth it, no question.

In what way do they give you a more efficient pedal stroke ?

n crowley said:

In what way do they give you a more efficient pedal stroke ?

no energy is wasted keeping your foot on the pedal. You can exert force at the 12 oclock and 6
position too.
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Jason O'Rourke www.jor.com

Go with the short, strapless gown - it suits your figure better Stephanie.

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n crowley said:

In what way do they give you a more efficient pedal stroke ?

no energy is wasted keeping your foot on the pedal. You can exert force at the 12 oclock and 6
position too.