 Topic Name: SPD pedal lifespan? And packing q . . .
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on: May 16, 2013, 06:28:49 PM
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Payton MacDonald
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« on: May 16, 2013, 06:28:49 PM » |
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My Shimano SPD pedals on my bikepacking rig have about 4,000 miles on them. They seem to be working fine and my cleats are in good shape on my shoes, but I've got a big adventure coming up in a few weeks and I'm wondering if I should replace them? Anyone know the lifespan of those pedals?
Also, unrelated question: I'm already packing the bike for the airplane. What do you guys/gals use to brace your front fork and rear chainstays? Do you make a block of wood to fit, or is there something commercially made that you recommend?
Thanks for the advice,
Payton
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Topic Name: SPD pedal lifespan? And packing q . . .
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Reply #1 on: May 16, 2013, 09:24:29 PM
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12wheels
Bolder Bikepacking Gear
Location: Boulder, CO
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« Reply #1 on: May 16, 2013, 09:24:29 PM » |
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If you're concerned whether your pedals will survive the Divide replace them. It might not be necessary but better safe than sorry.
You can get plastic fork and dropout spacers from any bike shop free of charge. The factories use them when shipping new bikes and most shops throw them out with the shipping container.
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Topic Name: SPD pedal lifespan? And packing q . . .
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Reply #2 on: May 17, 2013, 08:18:29 AM
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Jasn
Location: Wales, UK
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« Reply #2 on: May 17, 2013, 08:18:29 AM » |
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Good idea to pack drop out with spacers, flown with my bike in a bike bag a few times with no damage. Seen the state of some who've not use spacers, not pretty!
Most bike shops will give you some.
The bearings in SPDs are good but as it's a long way maybe an idea to fit new one's, would definitely fit new cleats.
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Topic Name: SPD pedal lifespan? And packing q . . .
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Reply #3 on: May 18, 2013, 07:41:08 AM
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csm
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« Reply #3 on: May 18, 2013, 07:41:08 AM » |
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I've got a set of spd pedals from the first year they were,out that are still going strong on one bike. Spin smoothly, step in and release as well as newer ones on other bikes etc. I would replace the cleats!
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Topic Name: SPD pedal lifespan? And packing q . . .
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Reply #4 on: May 26, 2013, 09:50:34 PM
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I-LIKE-MTN
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« Reply #4 on: May 26, 2013, 09:50:34 PM » |
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I would say install some new cleats, and service the pedal bearings. I have made it a point to adjust the bearings/ push new grease into my pedals annually and they are holding up very well.
The grease that comes out of the pedals is usually pretty dirty and is less viscus then the new stuff so for me its worth doing.
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