An acronym for "Shimano Pedaling Dynamics", a design of clipless bicycle pedal created by Shimano, Inc. Both road and mountain variants exist as do numerous "SPD-compatible" designs.
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SPD shoes that look like normal shoes
We all know that SPD shoes can be worn off the bike (that is why they were designed), however there are not many SPD shoes that you would want to wear off-bike. There are even fewer (if any) SPD shoes ...
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How to get my feet out of SPD pedals?
I just bought some SPD shoes and pedals last night and I was trying them out (on one foot) while balancing in my living room. I ended up falling over because I couldn't get unclipped. What suggestions ...
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Uncomfortable SPD pedals
I have just started using the SPD system.
Having ridden without for years, it's proving to be a challenge and sometimes uncomfortable.
A challenge, because the stop/start through traffic is a hassle ...
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Are there any scientific studies proving the benefits of clipless pedal systems?
Has there been done any scientific studies that proves that clipless pedals actually improve pedaling efficiency etc. over flat pedals? Clipless pedal enthusiasts are quick to say that you must use ...
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Stop SPD shoes from grinding
I have a pair of Chrome Midway Pro SPD cycling shoes. These look like sneakers, but have a cleat mount embedded in them. Mine have worn down a bit and now the cleat crunches against the ground all ...
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Does an SPD-SL AND SPD compatible pedal/shoe exist?
I am soon going to buy a pair of pedals (and new shoes of course) for my road bike (mostly used for commuting, and short-ish rides (40-50 miles/80Km).
Most important to me is being able to walk in my ...
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How do I make the platform side of a Shimano PD-A530 multi-purpose SPD pedal less “slippery”?
The lock side is great, however, shoes does not stay on the platform side. Your leg always slip out from the pedals during pedaling. Any solution to improve it?
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Does anybody manufacture extra-wide (3E/4E or EEE/EEEE ) wide road or mountain biking shoes?
I have mutant-wide feet and it's generally impossible to find comfortable shoes for any occasion. For the most part my only options in life are New Balance. I'm cycling a lot lately and would like to ...
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How can I adapt my pedals to account for a difference in leg length?
I have a leg length difference of as much as 1cm due to a non-biking accident. Adding padding to my shoe doesn't help. A friend recommended that I get pedal stacks (and a longer bolt) to my SPD-style ...
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Is it normal to have some soreness in your knees after cycling with SPD?
I recently got some SPD pedals. Initially, my seat was too high (old pedals added about 3/4th of an inch to height), and at the end of the downstroke, pulled uncomfortably on my knees. After even ...
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Can someone give me a short description and comparison of the different road cycling pedal / shoe systems?
I am looking at buying a pedal/shoe system as the clips and straps I am using are hurting my feet again.
It's been a long time since I have bought a road pedal / shoe system, and I have forgotten the ...
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What is the Optimal Tightness for Learning to Ride with SPD Pedals?
I recently switched the pedals on my road bike over to the SPD clipless system. The pedals I got have an adjustable spring. Tightening the spring increases the force required to twist one's foot out, ...
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Are fixed or floating SPD-SL cleats most suitable for a long commute?
After much procrastination, I've finally jumped in and bought myself a road bike, under the cycle2work scheme we have here in the UK.
I opted for a Boardman Road Race, as it seems to be the most ...
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Bailing out with SPD pedals on a mountain bike
I got a new mountain bike a year ago, with SPD pedals. I'm OK with these on a road bike (that I don't normally crash), but on a mountain bike when I crash I usually can't jump off the bike like I used ...
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Do both SH51 and SH56 cleats work with all SPD-compatible pedals?
This answer mentions that Shimano makes two kinds of SPD cleats, one that allows unidirectional release (SH51) and one multidirectional (SH56).
Are there other differences between the two? Will both ...
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Where should the cleat be on the shoe? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Is there an optimal postion for SPD cleats?
SPD cleats (and others) can be positioned on the shoe over a range of about an inch, forward or backward. Where do most ...
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Is there an optimal postion for SPD cleats?
I bought some SPD clipless pedals and shoes at the beginning of the season, and I want to make sure I'm getting the most out of them. There is quite a bit of distance I can move the cleat forwards ...
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How to practice jumping over cars with disc brakes and SPD shoes?
This question here raises a sub-question, to avoid accidents. I am looking for some safe ways to practice jumping over cars. I use SPD shoes and disc brakes because I have noticed that I can burst ...
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Which waterproof overshoes would you recommend for use with clipless pedal shoes?
Last Winter I bought some waterproof overshoes on the internet to keep my feet dry on the daily commute. Unfortunately these overshoes fastened with a velcro strap which fastened underneath the shoe ...
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Shimano PF-M545 pedals Mavic Alpine All Mountain Shoes how to fit the cleats
I just bought Shimano PD-M545 pedals and Mavic Alpine All Mountain Shoes (links below)
Shimano M545 Free Ride Pedals
Mavic Alpine All Mountain Shoes
I did do some research and "think" I got the ...
