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(More customer reviews)As I write this review on 8/1/2010, the product description for this pedal is describing the Shimano PD-5610 105 SPD-SL Road Bike Pedal, not the PD-5700. Also noteworthy is that this product is described as being Silver when in fact the photo and actual product received is Black.
Putting all that aside, this is my first SPD-SL type pedal. I had previously been using Shimano PDM535 SPD pedal on my road bike. I did not really have any issues with those pedals and I actually enjoyed being able to walk more easily with the mountain bike shoes and SPD cleats as compared to my friends who all used road bike shoes and Shimano/Look style cleats.
As I've increased the amount of cycling that I do (100-125 miles/week) I wanted to get a more practical shoe for road cycling and decided it was time to buy new pedals as well. For shoes I got the new Shimano SH-R086L Shimano SH-R086L Cycling Shoe - Men's
Since this is my first use of this type of pedal, I have no prior experience with them. But I must say the pedals are much easier to clip in to than I was imagining. I actually think they are way easier to clip in to than my SPD pedals.
The amount of float is good for me and it is also quite easy to dial in the preferred amount of tension on the pedal using a 2.5mm allen wrench. The adjustment bolt clicks when turned and by counting the clicks you can easily ensure both pedals are set with the same tension.
Concerning the cleat itself, I was surprised to find it was plastic with rubber bumpers to facilitate walking and afford some protection to the cleat I suppose. The cleat does not inspire me with any confidence that it will be long-lasting but only time will tell. I can say that right now it's making me pretty nervous... I have only gone for a very short test ride so that I could adjust the cleat position on the shoe and in that short time of clipping into the pedal a few times, the cleat is already showing obvious signs of wear. Can this be normal? I've uploaded a photo in the customer images area.
The quality of construction seems to be of typical Shimano good quality. I nearly spent quite a bit more on pedals by considering the Ultegra version of this pedal, but I decided that this pedal offered such a good value with not much downside compared to the Ultegra, that I voted with my wallet and got the 105 PD-5700 instead. So far I am quite happy with the pedals. For those people moving to a clipless pedal for the first time, this would also be a good choice.
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Shimano 2010 105 SPD-SL Road Bike Pedals - PD-5700Efficent power transfer. Adjustable entry and release tension settings. Durable and solid interface with quick and easy entry bindings. Durable stainless steel body cover. Extra wide platform for effecient power transfer. Low maintenance sealed cartridge axle unit..
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