Which cleats?

[Kevrach]

Hi,

Been cycling 6 months and am ready to make the move to clip less!

Which system would be best for a beginner and any recommendations on pedals (don't want to spend a lot).

Currently just doing training rides but plan to commute.

 

[steve50]

I would strongly recommend spd as they are imo easy to clip into and more importantly out of, add to that you can adjust the spring tension of the clips to suit yourself.
The spd cleats are easy to walk on when you need to take a pee break or walk up a steep hill.

I have a pair of used shimano spd 520 pedals for sale in very nice condition if you are interested.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PAIR-SHIM...LACK-CLEATS-/201536741861?hash=item2eec86a1e5

 

[Joffey]

Look Keo Easy

http://www.decathlon.co.uk/keo-easy...t0gfUgPpotLQVBYPu8sWMUTgkSgDgS0TClxoCI7fw_wcB

 

[jefmcg]

SPD.

Get SH-56 multirelease cleats (they came with M324 pedals). I've never had a clipless moment. When I first got them, I saw a car and panicked. How do I stop? Before I realised it my foot was free, and on the ground. Never unclipped if I didn't want to, never failed to unclip when I did want to - even when I couldn't remember how to do it.

 

[Keith Oates]

I've just changed back from the Look Keo pedals to the Shimano SPD SL ones and find them better to use again.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Spiderweb]

Shimano PD-M520 £16.99 including cleats from Wigglehttp://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-pd-m520-pedals/?lang=en&curr=GBP&dest=1&sku=5360065903&ci_src=18615224&ci_sku=5360065903uk&utm_source=google&utm_term&utm_campaign=UK_PLA_Components&utm_medium=base&utm_content=mkwid%7CstYO9czjd_dt%7Cpcrid%7C71714705102%7Cpkw%7C%7Cpmt%7C%7Cprd%7C5360065903u
These SPD pedals are inexpensive and easy to clip in and out. The SPD cleats are metal so last for years and they are also recessed into the sole of the shoe making walking much easier (cafe stops etc).

 

[Stevec047]

Shimano a530 are duel sided, flat one side and clip the other so they are great for beginners or commuting where you are in and out of the pedal all the time.

I have only recently gone down the route of clipless and using these along with a pair of mtb shoes is perfect not had any issues with clipping in or out on the loosest setting, plus walking in the shoes is a doddle as the cleat sits in the recess as opposed to spdsl set ups.

And if you really do struggle as others have mentioned shimano do a multi angle relate set of cleats which make it even easier to release from.

 

[alicat]

Another vote for SPD - so much easier to walk in. Be aware that SPD-SL is different.

 

[winjim]

Other two bolt cleat systems are available...

 

[outlash]

I've always used SPD's for all my bikes as it's just easier. But might be worth looking at shoes that can take both fittings for cleats (Shimano do a number of models) so you can change if you decide one isn't for you.

 

[Kevrach]

Thanks for the help everyone, I was leaning towards spd so thats what I will go for - any suggestions for a decent pair of first shoes?

 

[steve50]

I have a pair of Shimano shoes, no problems or negative issues to report.

 

[vickster]

Thanks for the help everyone, I was leaning towards spd so thats what I will go for - any suggestions for a decent pair of first shoes?

Ones that fit you. There is dark magic at play with the sizing of cycling shoes

Go to shop or use a company with free returns and buy loads of pairs to try

 

[CaadX]

Look Keo Easy

http://www.decathlon.co.uk/keo-easy...t0gfUgPpotLQVBYPu8sWMUTgkSgDgS0TClxoCI7fw_wcB

This

 

[PK99]

Spd with multi release cleats.