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Might swap out SPD's for these on a couple of long distance bikes. Got a sore knee, wondered if they might help. Probably not. Like the idea of a solid peddling platform.


 
Posted : 29/01/2017 8:07 pm
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I tried them after years on Candys, didn't get on with them, went to Time ATAC and am happy.


 
Posted : 29/01/2017 8:12 pm
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What was the issue - was it a faff to set them up or difficult getting in and out?


 
Posted : 29/01/2017 8:18 pm
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I have used S-Tracks for years and love them.

Tried eggbeaters and Quartz previously as well as SPD.
S-Tracks are good quality, last a long time with decent bearings. They don't have adjustable tension, but in a similar way to eggbeaters they don't need it and they do offer an easy exit cleat, but I have never felt the need for it.

The only downside is a CX point mainly and in really thick, gloopy mud they are harder to clip in than eggbeaters or newer SPDs.


 
Posted : 29/01/2017 9:40 pm
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Do they work with time cleats?


 
Posted : 29/01/2017 10:29 pm
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Thanks Matt
Ordered a set from Merlin to try out
I believe the cleats are specific to the pedal


 
Posted : 29/01/2017 10:49 pm
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They are specific to S-Tracks.


 
Posted : 30/01/2017 4:16 pm
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Given that Time cleats can be a little tricky to find, I can only imagine......


 
Posted : 30/01/2017 4:22 pm
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Available online from every major site and all LBSs will be able to order them.


 
Posted : 31/01/2017 8:33 am
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Received a couple of sets and fitted. Cleats went on with 1mm shims. They look fantastic IMO and clipping in and out is a breeze. Lets see how they hold up.


 
Posted : 03/02/2017 5:14 pm

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