Subject: Re: first time user of clipless pedals Posted by: Eric on February 07, 2003 at 16:30:49: In Reply to: first time user of clipless pedals posted by kike on December 17, 2002 at 01:12:16:

Message: >i ride a road bike. is Look OK? I almost ready to get me the entry-level Look but it really is only because i see everyone using Look. Can you tell me if there is an absolute "no, no" and an absolute "plus" regarding road pedals for first time clipless users? There are Shimano SPD pedals. I always see first timers usually use those since they are simple and two sided, but they are usually looked down upon for road use, especially serious road use. Also, due to its small size of the pedal, it is known to cause "hot foot" because all of the pressure is going to one small area. A Look pedal is larger in comparison and allows more even and efficient power distribution. Also, never stop on a hill, especially if you are in a group!! It is so hard to get back in when you are on a hill. I have been on Looks all my life and love them. You just have to practice using them at first and get used to them. After a while, they will become second nature and then biking on plain platform pedals will make you feel naked and insecure.