Hello All.
I'm looking to update my shoes and pedals, and would appreciate some input.
I'm a casual / enjoyment rider, but trying to do more each year.
Currently I have Dura-Ace PD-7700 pedals - Sidi Genius 3 shoes (I think), with SPD-R cleats.
The pedals and shoes I bought with the bike in 1998. The have held up pretty good I think, but they are starting to wear a bit. I'm noticing a bit of play in the engagement, a velco strap on the shoe is duct-tapped, pontoon broke off one cleat, etc.
I could likely get by with new cleats, but looks like SPD-R is no longer 'supported'. Also, I dont mind upgrading if it is worthwhile, and I will relegate my old shoes to spin class (just started doing that for winter).
So, I'm looking at just replacing pedals with Dura-Ace PD-9000, and some decent Sidi shoes (watching for online sales for good price).
Couple of questions:
1. Is there a difference in 'feel' between SPD-R and the newer SPD-SL. I like how the SPD-R connects, and provided a pretty tight fit. Are the SPD-SL mechanism similar, better, worse, etc?
2. Are the carbon pedals durable? I have a few nicks and scratches on existing pedals, and dont want to buy an expensive pedal if it is going to shred away if I scrape the pavement, etc.
3. I shop at PBK - but are there any other good online retailers to compare with for this stuff. I live in Ontario Canada.
4. Any recommendations around pedals and shoes appreciated. No real budget, but like getting good value for the money.
Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Vic
I'm looking to update my shoes and pedals, and would appreciate some input.
I'm a casual / enjoyment rider, but trying to do more each year.
Currently I have Dura-Ace PD-7700 pedals - Sidi Genius 3 shoes (I think), with SPD-R cleats.
The pedals and shoes I bought with the bike in 1998. The have held up pretty good I think, but they are starting to wear a bit. I'm noticing a bit of play in the engagement, a velco strap on the shoe is duct-tapped, pontoon broke off one cleat, etc.
I could likely get by with new cleats, but looks like SPD-R is no longer 'supported'. Also, I dont mind upgrading if it is worthwhile, and I will relegate my old shoes to spin class (just started doing that for winter).
So, I'm looking at just replacing pedals with Dura-Ace PD-9000, and some decent Sidi shoes (watching for online sales for good price).
Couple of questions:
1. Is there a difference in 'feel' between SPD-R and the newer SPD-SL. I like how the SPD-R connects, and provided a pretty tight fit. Are the SPD-SL mechanism similar, better, worse, etc?
2. Are the carbon pedals durable? I have a few nicks and scratches on existing pedals, and dont want to buy an expensive pedal if it is going to shred away if I scrape the pavement, etc.
3. I shop at PBK - but are there any other good online retailers to compare with for this stuff. I live in Ontario Canada.
4. Any recommendations around pedals and shoes appreciated. No real budget, but like getting good value for the money.
Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Vic