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Special ED
13.06.2009, 10:11
so i have $50 to blow on amazon and i took a shot in the dark looking for these and i like how they look.

http://www.amazon.com/Shimano-R-A80-Road-Shoe/dp/B0011EKYYG/ref=pd_sbs_shoe_2

it would be for my all black fixed gear. i don't know much about what shoes are good. mu boss gave me some pedals that are more of a mountain pedal, but they will do the trick until i can get those lil ones that are little circles, can't remember the name.
smirnus
13.06.2009, 10:51
Those won't work with your pedals. They take a large cleat like what Look pedals use. I think there is an adapter to use spd cleats with those, but you need to purchase separately.
Special ED
13.06.2009, 11:03
they weren't exactly a mountain pedal. but they had plastic platforms clipped to them.

here they are
http://www.pedalpushersonline.com/?CID=600
Special ED
13.06.2009, 11:08
this is what i want to get.

http://cadencecycle.com/images/library/large/speep_la_yel_07.jpg

but i really have to wait,i have no need.
smirnus
13.06.2009, 11:17
This is the style that mounts to your shoes, notice the three holes.

http://cadencecycle.com/itemdetails.cfm?LibId=43400

This is what you need for your pedals

http://cadencecycle.com/itemdetails.cfm?LibId=31370

These will help you make it all work:

http://cadencecycle.com/itemdetails.cfm?LibId=24636
dyyylan
13.06.2009, 11:22
I wouldn't get them for anything but a road bike (or mtb i guess, idk anything about that). they work great but are kind of annoying when you just want to ride around because you have to wear the shoes that you can't really walk in. just imo
SUPERninjapirate
13.06.2009, 11:31
I ride clipless on my mountain bike... it gives you so much more control and makes pedaling a lot more smooth.

you'll need SPD cleats for those shoes... any cycling shop should have them.
Joesconsin
13.06.2009, 11:46
Shimano makes quality stuff, and you could get the spd pedal to work. But realistically unless you plan on only riding that bike at the track youll probably want something a little more universal.
Special ED
13.06.2009, 12:28
i have cages, but i want something more connected. is there a shoe that uses a memory buckle something like roces? the pedals and straps i got for my road bike are a little nicer, maybe i will just switch to them after i try it out.
smirnus
13.06.2009, 13:05
No memory buckles in cycling yet. I'm sure Sidi would be the first to adopt them, but be prepared to pay.
Rotgut
13.06.2009, 15:44
why the fuck would you ride clipless on a fixed bike? Fixed bikes are rode on the street for their functionality and simplicity.
smirnus
13.06.2009, 19:39
Because clipless pedals are safer than cages and straps

because they are lighter

because they look cool when you're off your bike.


I don't ride fixed at the moment, nor do I use clipless on my commuting bikes. I would only use them with a sport only setup.
irollinthe215
13.06.2009, 19:45
clipless pedals are 100% for performance only. I ride my bike for fun/commuting so I would never get them
Special ED
13.06.2009, 19:46
i think i am going back to 53x14 on my fixed gear, so i will need all the performance that i can get.
Rotgut
13.06.2009, 19:48
Don't you want to be able to get off your bike and walk around without sounding like you're tap dancing?
rev. the mike
13.06.2009, 19:50
Don't you want to be able to get off your bike and walk around without sounding like you're tap dancing?

or wear shoes that don't look fucking stupid?
irollinthe215
13.06.2009, 19:51
Don't you want to be able to get off your bike and walk around without sounding like you're tap dancing?
yeah the thought of not being able to ride my bike without wearing retarded cycling cleats turns me off from the idea
smirnus
13.06.2009, 19:51
On mountain-style spd shoes, the cleats are recessed. On road shoes, especially the ones that take Look cleats, you'd be tip-tapping around.
wujcik
14.06.2009, 00:18
Don't you want to be able to get off your bike and walk around without sounding like you're tap dancing?
I walk fine in these:
http://thumbnail.image.rakuten.co.jp/@0_mall/bebike/cabinet/shimano2/sh-mt31-0.jpg


or wear shoes that don't look fucking stupid?
these look stupid?
http://www.blueskycycling.com/product_image/51096_lg.jpg
irollinthe215
14.06.2009, 00:34
Don't you want to be able to get off your bike and walk around without sounding like you're tap dancing?
I walk fine in these:
http://thumbnail.image.rakuten.co.jp/@0_mall/bebike/cabinet/shimano2/sh-mt31-0.jpg


or wear shoes that don't look fucking stupid?
these look stupid?
http://www.blueskycycling.com/product_image/51096_lg.jpg
they both look like shit.

sixsixone? sixwonsix? coincidence?
Rotgut
14.06.2009, 00:37
Yes, both shoes look retarded. I'd rather just wear my every day shoes, instead of showing up at a bar or grocery store looking like I'm ready to climb a mountain (shoe 1) or do some heelie grinds (shoe 2).
rocknroller
14.06.2009, 00:55
why the fuck would you ride clipless on a fixed bike? Fixed bikes are rode on the street for their functionality and simplicity.

.....or for training. UPSTROKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
smirnus
14.06.2009, 01:55
The only coincidence between 661 and SixWonSix is that both names are based on area codes. 661 is Valencia, CA home also to Manitou and Marzocchi suspension ans Sunnline components.

Grant Peterson of Rivendell bikes debates the value of the upsrtoke on his site. He's into the just ride philosophy and has written a lot of interesting articles.