 Topic Name: Bikepacking clipless pedals?
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on: November 03, 2016, 09:02:17 AM
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Britt
Location: Evans,CO
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« on: November 03, 2016, 09:02:17 AM » |
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What do you like for bikepacking clipless pedals?
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Reply #1 on: November 03, 2016, 09:29:03 AM
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Adam Alphabet
Location: Vancouver, BC
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« Reply #1 on: November 03, 2016, 09:29:03 AM » |
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What do you like for bikepacking clipless pedals?
The same pedals I use for day to day mountain biking... XT trail pedals from 2012. 1000's of miles not a single issue. |
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Topic Name: Bikepacking clipless pedals?
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Reply #2 on: November 04, 2016, 07:56:36 AM
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bakerjw
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« Reply #2 on: November 04, 2016, 07:56:36 AM » |
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Flats.
After 10+ hours a day on a bike, it is sometimes hard to get unclipped. With my flats, it is not a problem. I also prefer the support that a solid hiking shoe provides.
A flat also gives you the option to change foot position.
Just my OT 2 cents.
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Reply #3 on: November 04, 2016, 11:14:50 AM
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Yagi
Location: Fort Collins, CO
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« Reply #3 on: November 04, 2016, 11:14:50 AM » |
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The same pedals I use for day to day mountain biking... XT trail pedals from 2012. 1000's of miles not a single issue.
Must've been a good batch of pedals - I'm using the exact same thing. Shimano XT - not a single problem under many miles. |
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Reply #4 on: November 04, 2016, 12:19:52 PM
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Adam Alphabet
Location: Vancouver, BC
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« Reply #4 on: November 04, 2016, 12:19:52 PM » |
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Must've been a good batch of pedals - I'm using the exact same thing. Shimano XT - not a single problem under many miles.
Yeah those PD-M785's are amazing. I just completely beat on them and they work perfectly. No reason to switch when you've got something that reliable. |
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Topic Name: Bikepacking clipless pedals?
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Reply #5 on: November 28, 2016, 05:23:47 PM
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Meadowbolic
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
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« Reply #5 on: November 28, 2016, 05:23:47 PM » |
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Great experiences with the SPD XT's here. I used to ride crank brothers, but the spring entry and exit became weaker after a season or two and I would unclip unexpectedly. But also don't discount the comfort that flat pedals give. If you go with flats, the ones with the raised pins for grip are definitely worth the little extra price tag. I did the AZTR300 in both the XT and flats, and I think i enjoyed the flats more.
- Greg
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Reply #6 on: November 29, 2016, 08:31:15 AM
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clydeone
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« Reply #6 on: November 29, 2016, 08:31:15 AM » |
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if you do not get along well with the lack of float in the Shimano's - most of the Time ATAC line is similarly reliable I have thousands of miles on mine with no problems
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Reply #7 on: November 30, 2016, 06:35:19 PM
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SkinnyTraffic
Location: Fraser, Colorado
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« Reply #7 on: November 30, 2016, 06:35:19 PM » |
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I love my old Time ATACs (and I mean OLD -- I got a couple of used pairs about 8yrs ago and still ride them, no problems yet.) I've used them for everything from city messenger work on brakeless fixed gears to bikepacking 1400mi this summer (including the CT & Kokopelli's.)
That said, I've heard from too many friends in the past couple years who've broken newer ATACs (since the design change). If I had to replace, I'd scour eBay for old stock circa mid-2000s.
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"Many a false step is made by standing still." -my fortune cookie
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Topic Name: Bikepacking clipless pedals?
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Reply #8 on: December 01, 2016, 08:20:23 AM
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clydeone
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« Reply #8 on: December 01, 2016, 08:20:23 AM » |
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I have 2 sets from 2010 ish and pulled one of them apart this summer and there was absolutely nothing wrong with them - I will likely cause more problems by pulling them apart then If I had just left them alone - the inside was completely clean and the grease looked brand new. Mine are both the ROC model.
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Reply #9 on: December 01, 2016, 11:19:20 AM
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RunRig
Location: Disneyland
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« Reply #9 on: December 01, 2016, 11:19:20 AM » |
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Am I the only person that still uses toe-clips and tennis shoes?
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Reply #10 on: December 01, 2016, 12:05:31 PM
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RonK
Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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« Reply #10 on: December 01, 2016, 12:05:31 PM » |
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Am I the only person that still uses toe-clips and tennis shoes?
Probably not. But the OP asked which clipless pedals.. Not which pedals. |
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Reply #11 on: December 11, 2016, 03:09:35 PM
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bong crosby
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« Reply #11 on: December 11, 2016, 03:09:35 PM » |
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For touring and bikepacking, I choose clipless. I like the added connection of clipless and the ability to get some power on the upstroke, as it were. I tried those Power Grips things on a tour of Alaska/BC in 2015 and hated them. Not only did they f**k with my knees but they were pretty much useless for me and my pedaling style. To make matters worse, I selected a pair of boots that didn't breathe and I ended up getting the worst case of athlete's foot ever.
The only thing I'd say, is when going clipless, find a shoe that is comfy and good for hike-a-bike or walking around town. I always feel sorry for those guys in the super-stiff, super-clod shoes that are all but useless off the bike.
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