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27.2.2020

Having ridden what feels like a million miles over the past 40+ years, (NOT always on SPD’s - old “rat traps” and even “flats” have accounted for thousands of miles including long distance trips to France (loaded to the hilt with everything to spend 2 weeks totally unsupported !) I took everything I could think I’d need even chains and brake pads a folding tyre, 2 puncture repair kits and a spare tube - the weight kept pulling on ! And everything in between). Add front panniers to the front forks, a bar bag and squeezed in there just behind the saddle was a carradice saddle bag for emergencies so the bike was well loaded (even had a 36 spoke rear wheel especially made (Mavic rim,Swiss double butted spokes (stainless) and a Shimano XT hub and XT cassette, some made especially for this ride , some fitted specifically off the shelf). As you can imagine, the power put through these pedals was very substantial and intense hour after hour (with no Third party (and any help by mobile phone would mean someone coming from the UK to rescue me - not what I wanted ) - hence I went over the top with spares !! With self support you just tend to plod on and click the miles off). I spent a few hours at home adjusting the release pressure of the cleat mechanism and put a very very fine film of grease on the contact points (not too much as grit will build up and defeat the object !)Only had to adjust them up one click while I was away and the miles just fell away. I was very sad to board the ferry on the way back as nothing had gone wrong and using SPD’s is way more practical than any other cleat system - the cleats are below the walking surface and walking is pretty safe but your cleats don’t suffer ! even the embedded alternatives by the likes of Time. Just be sure to buy genuine Shimano Cleats - you can’t go wrong ! (Take your time setting the cleats up on your shoes - don’t nip them up too right until you are perfectly happy. The clear will make an impression on the sole of the shoe so clear replacement is a breeze, they actually “fall” into the existing marks left by the worn out cleats - using genuine cleats means this is a rare job and therefore I suggest greasing the threads on the screws as a year out in all weathers can make them a pain to remove otherwise ! Before you attempt to remove the old ones, clean the hex fitting (used for Allen keys) so they are spotless, then apply the key, tap it in as far as it will go !I could ramble on for hours about how they don’t mark the floor as the clear is recessed etc ... but I think you get the idea.I’ve done 5 more trips to France with the same pedals and all I’ve done is clean them surgically, dry them with paper towel, apply Duck Oil to force any water out and changed the cleats twice - not bad eh ????Like ALL cleat systems, beginners beware (you will forget and panic and pull your foot out - and end up on the floor but you soon get used to it !!!!!! (And twist your foot to release not “pull straight up”
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28.10.2018

I recently broke my Brompton folding pedal, and it’s an expensive thing to replace. I had always considered SPDs for my Brompton but thought I’d miss the folding pedal too much. I have now used these daily for the last 2months (13miles per day) and they are brilliant.I have always bought Shimano kit but usually the expensive top end stuff for racing groupsets, but this buget end I am very impressed with. Yes it hasn’t got the high quality material finish that the Deore XT or XTR offer, but for the price and solid feeling the pedal provides I am so very impressed with the engineering. Living with the pedal every day has been a joy, the cleat connecting to the pedal is solid and gives a felling of confidence.I get the shoe in first time nearly every time, so as a London commuter off the lights first on my Brompton every time and back into my flow and spin very quickly. Allows you to focus so much more on your rotations and pace, I should have bought them years ago!As for the width casing issues when folded, well it does sticks out an additional 50mm to the original folding pedal when folded which could cause issues for some folk. Providing I always now consider the outward facing pedal when the bike is folded to be as low down as possible then it’s not an issue. It still fits in between train seats but I have to think a bit more when carrying it around in a folded state.Overall I am really pleased with this as a solution. The shoes I bought with to work with these pedals are the Muddyfox Tour200 (the waterproof ones) of all places Sports Direct in store (sorry Amazon) so I was able to try them on, always get at least 1 to 1.5 additional on size... very snug.Both things work great together, easy to setup and if you have used clipless pedals before they work as expected. For folk who haven’t tried SPDs before it might take a bit of time and practice, but well worth it from the efficiency and safety this will provide in the long run.
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22.8.2012

A great set of pedals.I bought them so I can use my mountain bike shoes on my road bike and these work a treat.The SPD cleats on my shoes clipped straight in just like my other SPD pedals.You can clip into either side of these pedalsThe tension on the release is easy to adjust - if you are new to clipless pedals and want to be sure you can get your feet off them quickly then put them on the loosest setting to start with.Note - you will need shoes that accept the SPD cleats - a set of cleats is provided with these pedals, but with the size of these pedals it would be difficult to ride without the correct shoes.They only accept SPD cleats as far as I can tell so if your shoes dont accept SPD then don't buy.Easy to swap the pedals over from my old rather worn resin set.Use a proper pedal spanner though which gives you just the right amount of leverage.The only downside with these pedals is that they have no reflectors on them - UK law states that any bike riden in the dark needs pedal reflectors so using these when it isn't daylight is illegal. About time the manufacturers noted UK law - but I would say that once my feet are on these then I doubt much light would get reflected back to car drivers even if they did have reflectors on them. Much better to buy decent bike lights Smart Lunar 25 Lux Front with 1/2 Watt Rear Light Set - White, (2xAA, 2xAAA batt.inc.) and reflective clothing in my opinion - although the law says different.
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18.3.2017

I bought theses as i was getting fed up with getting whacked in the sins with my trainers slipping off the flat peddles especially in wet weather, Fitting them was easy about 10mins just make sure you put the correct peddle on the correct side and add a bit of grease to the thread,If your not sure how to take off old peddles and replace new ones, i would suggest you watch a few you tubes on the subject, You really don`t want to get that wrong,I went on a ride just a few miles and i must admit i almost fell over at least two times as i was coming to a stop lolololoIt does feel a bit weird cycling on the ball of my foot rather then the heel,And yes i did feel like i had more power in my legs,especially when i came to hills.There were a few times i had a bit of trouble finding the clip in , But being it was my first time on them i will improve over time.I`m glad i got the double sided clips as it does make it much easier with out having to flip the peddle over to clip in, and getting out all you have to do is point your heel out , just practice a little indoor`s. Clipping in and out leaning against a wall, After a while you will get a feel for the spot on the cleat ;-).There is a tension screw on the peddle to make clipping out a bit easier , just make sure you adjust the other side.Over all i`m very very pleased i bought these`s :-)
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5.7.2012

I've been humming and harring over getting spd pedals for a while as I've heard scare stories of people falling off their bikes whilst using them and also I just didn't know how I would get on with them. I've had toe clips for ages and have always thought they were ok.Recently I finally took the plunge and bought these Shimano M520 SPD pedals. I just wished I had bought these years ago, they are fantastic. They have improved my cycling times dramatically and best of all they are a doddle to release from. I had a bit of a practice engaging and releasing from the pedals in my back garden whilst stationary leaning against a wall. Then I had a quick ride around the block and practiced whist on the move and doing a few emergency stops.I then did my 15 mile cyle ride to work that night and I had no problems at all. I was amazed at how much quicker my ride now was compared to using my old toe clips. As I've said before I just wished I had taken the plunge sooner.I actually ordered these from Tweeks cycles on Ebay for just under £20 brand new and delivered, which also included the cleats. I thought this an excellent price as the cleats alone go for around £12 on Amazon and various other websites.I also got Muddy Fox cycling shoes from Sportsdirect.com for £20 so for £40 all in I got very cheap entry into the world of SPD pedals.
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12.8.2016

I'd been using SPDs for years in spin classes before going on to purchase expensive one-sided clipless pedals for my mountain bike. Alas, that bike,along with the posh pedals, was stolen.Having recently purchased a road bike, I wanted to replace the standard 'flat-foot' pedals with clipless, but was unsure which model to chose or how much to spend. However, after reading some reviews, and thinking about my experience in spin classes,I decided to go with the M520s rather than the 'super-duper' XTGs - £16.99 vs £49.99 - and I can't say I'm experiencing any retail regret.In spin, I have no idea what make, model or the cost of the pedals on the fixed bikes. All I know is that they work!The M520s,being double-sided - you can clip in on both sides - are easy to use and it is never a problem finding the clip or having to 'right' the pedals before clipping in. The tension is also adjustable to make it harder or easier to clip in and out. I'm sure the models costing up to 10x more are made of more desirable, and ever so slightly lighter materials. I'm also sure the engineering is more exact. But come on! We're talking about pedals, and once you're clipped in and on the road...As I said at the start: Excellent pedals at an incredible bargain price! Did I mention that they are very well put together and even come in white!
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22.8.2012

A great set of pedals.I bought them so I can use my mountain bike shoes on my road bike and these work a treat.The SPD cleats on my shoes clipped straight in just like my other SPD pedals.You can clip into either side of these pedalsThe tension on the release is easy to adjust - if you are new to clipless pedals and want to be sure you can get your feet off them quickly then put them on the loosest setting to start with.Note - you will need shoes that accept the SPD cleats - a set of cleats is provided with these pedals, but with the size of these pedals it would be difficult to ride without the correct shoes.They only accept SPD cleats as far as I can tell so if your shoes dont accept SPD then don't buy.Easy to swap the pedals over from my old rather worn resin set.Use a proper pedal spanner though which gives you just the right amount of leverage.The only downside with these pedals is that they have no reflectors on them - UK law states that any bike riden in the dark needs pedal reflectors so using these when it isn't daylight is illegal. About time the manufacturers noted UK law - but I would say that once my feet are on these then I doubt much light would get reflected back to car drivers even if they did have reflectors on them. Much better to buy decent bike lights
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2.3.2016

I really liked this product, and is one of the best things I've bought on here for a while. They feel robust, are easy to fit and adjust, and aren't too big. And having used them for a trip from Land's End to John O'Groats, I would definitely recommend them; they haven't worn at all, even after the 1000+ miles I've done in them. I've always ridden with them fully loose, and haven't found they come loose unexpectedly, but that they release as expected (a twist and pull motion). Though I am slight, and so can see why some people may want them tighter, and releasing then is also not too difficult - just requires a bit of a forceful push.Pro's:Good solid product, they feel robust and even after some heavy usage and falls,they haven't been marked or damaged at all.The ease at which they can be adjusted to fit the rider; the fitting is a small sized allen key, which most riders will have with them on rides.The size, they are quite small, around the size of a toy car; and being a mix of black and chrome, they look good too.Being double sided, they are quite easy to get the shoe fitting in.Con's:If I was being picky, they can be quite slippery, and so riding without cleated shoes is difficult.They are also not that light, and so for racing, you may want another pair.
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21.2.2013

Having just taken up cycling (road) again (6 weeks ago) after many years, I was advised by a work colleague that clipless pedals are the way forward.At first I was very apprehensive, mainly because of my complete inexperience. But after my foot slipped out of the original pedals left pedal strap from a static start at a traffic junction, thus causing my foot to collide and completely buckle my front wheel mudguard, I decided to go to for the old traditional heavy duty flat standard pedal in an effort to build up my confidence about riding on the roads.I ordered these in an effort to use them later in the spring, but they arrived today and I thought lets try them out.I read other reviews and adjusted the tension to the minimum setting, fitted the cleats onto my newly aquired Muddy Fox SPD shoes, then tried getting my feet in and out of the pedals by leaning against my house outside wall, after 15 mins or so, I decided to try them out proper and I have to say, they were brilliant.No falls, no drivers of cars, trucks sounding their horns, when moving off from static starts at junctions. Always had my right shoe connected to pedal, but when moving off I found clicking my left foot into the pedal no problem. Superb Buy.
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11.7.2013

I have no idea why me and my wife waited so long to go clipless. You stay secured in the pedals which is very unusual at first especially when you are going around turns or when you are falling and try to put your feet down but they don't come off. That's very fun. I know from experience. You kick your legs in panic mode trying to get free and nothing. Then, right after you hit the ground they pop right out. Its really quite funny! But, all else aside, I ride stuff I have never been able to ride because I can generate so much more power from being able to push the pedal down and pull it up at the same time. I will never go back to regular pedals.My wife had a very hard time unclipping and took a nasty fall on a rock and was done with clipless. I talked her into trying one more time and got her a pair of the SPD 56 Cleats that allow you to unclip in any direction and she has done SO much better. When you first get them stay on the pavement and keep clipping in and unclipping constantly so it will become second nature. This is the most important thing. I didn't even after my friends advice, because I'm hard headed, and took a fall that could of been avoided with practice. Get a pair and never look back.
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11.8.2017

After a lot of thought you tube videos articles on the internet I settled on these as a step up from flats and I was really worried I didn't have a choice my foot is injured and would not cope on flats. Anyway got these and some shoes put them on lowest setting stood by a wall clipped in and out for approx half hour went on the road the next day obviously on the quieter roads incase of mishaps. So far so good it's still early days. Anyone looking fearing these clipless pedals like i did for years don't get these practice first clip in and out either on a turbo trainer or by some fence or support. Also remember you may need to adjust seat height to compensate.Adjust the springs according to your feet strength and comfort level. Left and right foot will have different strength and you may ride off with either left or right and when your stopped you may stop on either very unlikely to need both feet to stop so the foot that stays you may want to have the tension slightly higher on it but personal choice. Go on get some you shall not regret it. Apply some grease on the threads of cleat bolts and the pedal it will make life easier in case you need to replace either.
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22.6.2019

This is the first time I've ever used SDS pedals and cleatsI've read the horror story comments saying "you will fall off"I can tell you now, those of you who are thinking of making the switchDo not be put off by the negative commentsAll you need to do, is back off the tension by adjusting the small Allen screw. Turn it fully to the left.And then, before you go out for the first time. Sit on your bike leaning against a wall.And practice clicking in, and out.It really is easy.Just be aware, that when you approach a junction. Make sure you unclip, in good time.Having the setting set to its lowest, will be absolutely fine for road use.Have it tighter, for off roadThe pedals themselves can be used for either road,or off roadAs for the mechanism, it really is easy to locate it with your cleatsThe pedal is double sided, so it will always be the right way up.You will find that it improves the efficiency of your leg muscles, and makes for a better rideHope this helps you to decide
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26.4.2013

I actually own two pairs of these--one in black and one in white. The white pair is apparently "E-PD-M520" while the black (this item) is just "PD-M520". There is no visible or physical difference. They weigh the same, coming in the same box with the same cleats and the same oily film.However, they are excellent pedals for a commuter cyclist who doesn't want to be miffed by a single sided SPD, like myself. I've got these both on my road bike and on my fixie now and haven't yet had the problem of missing the pedal. You can literally just mash your foot into it and you'll clip in. They're also big enough to allow you to get up to speed and then clip in should you need to.As for their mechanical longevity--it's about as good as any Shimano product.The weight of the parts is the only factor, and these aren't particularly special, so there is more steel, which means they'll last longer--at least until a bearing failure happens, which shouldn't unless you're 500 pounds of pure leg muscle.
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19.7.2013

I've had pedals with straps for many years and consequently fallen over on emergency stops for years. But I saw these and thought maybe the time has come to go clipless especially at this price.I was notified that the pedals would be delivered a week after I ordered them, they arrived after 3 working days so 5 stars for delivery.Fitting to the bike was easy peasy and fixing the (included) cleats to the bottom of my compatible shoes was just a matter of tightening two short screws.I set the release mechanism to the lowest setting with four clicks of an Allen key.After the first ride I can only say I'd wish I'd gone clipless sooner.I clipped in easy and although the release was on it's lightest setting it didn't cause any premature release (ooo errr).I am a total convert and these pedals are excellent. If you've thought about going clipless I'd heartily recommend these as a quality vfm introduction pedal. Oh and they look rather smart too.
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14.12.2014

I am new to clipless biking, but after going head over handlebars when my foot slipped off the pedals I decided to give these a try. They're as cheap as chips, so if I didn't get on with them I wouldn't have bankrupted myself, but as it is I can't fault them. I bought a pair of B'Twin shoes and the clips supplied with the pedals fitted them a treat. It takes a little getting used to, especially remembering to unclip yourself before you stop rather than as you start to gently topple over. I wouldn't recommend them if you don't have the proper shoes, as the pedals are much smaller than conventional pedals. I'm well chuffed with these and really don't see the need for more expensive sets.A note to the first-time buyer: I fitted these to my bike myself.One old pedal came off easily enough, but I spent half an hour of swearing and straining, bending a spanner in the process, before realising that one of the pedals on bikes is left-hand threaded.
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