David Moloko Posted May 20, 2022 Share Hi all Kindly advice I just bought mtb shoes from cycle lab ( Got The Legs shoes) however I realised that I need to buy new pedals and cleats in order to be able to ride with my new shoes as they were slipping from my old pedal. Cycle lab suggested 2 options Ryder SPD pedal elite and Marvel duo rippers but I saw Ryder dual pedal elite. Please advice which pedal is best for my bike and feet. My bike is Avalanche Reflex Pro no upgrades. Do I need special way to insert the cleats because I see under my shoe there are 4 holes but cleats has 2 holes. Then 2 screws at the front of the shoe which I don't understand what are they for please see attached Thanks, 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steady Spin Posted May 20, 2022 Share Were you looking for a basic shoe that you can use on a flat pedal? Or, are you looking to switch to the clipless system? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amac Posted May 20, 2022 Share I suggest you take your bike to cyclelab. Buy the cheapest pedal. Get them to fit the pedal and the cleat onto your new shoes. If you ever want to remove your pedals, remember that the left pedal has a left hand thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Moloko Posted May 20, 2022 Share Hi I was looking for a cycling shoe just for proper grip so I thought buying cycling shoe will be best option. Unfortunately we don't have a nearby cycling shop, so I ordered online only to find that I need to change the pedals. While on that if you can advice of advantages of clipless and clip on. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Moloko Posted May 20, 2022 Share 1 minute ago, amac said: I suggest you take your bike to cyclelab. Buy the cheapest pedal. Get them to fit the pedal and the cleat onto your new shoes. If you ever want to remove your pedals, remember that the left pedal has a left hand thread. Hi Amac thanks for the reply however where I live there are no bike shops only bought the shoes online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rorydewet Posted May 20, 2022 Share David Where do you live perhaps someone local can help you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Moloko Posted May 20, 2022 Share Hi Rorydewet I live in Volksrust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amac Posted May 20, 2022 Share 4 minutes ago, David Moloko said: Hi Amac thanks for the reply however where I live there are no bike shops only bought the shoes online. Okay. Order the cheapest pedals. They will come with cleats. Remove the existing pedals. The right side is easy. The left side has a left hand thread so you loosen by turning the bolt right. Fit the new pedals. Take the cleats and screw them into the front holes of your pedals. Then pull the cleats as far back as possible. Then tighten the screws. Make sure the cleats are straight.. On some shoes you may find it necessary to twist the cleat slightly toward the big toe side of the shoe. Then, before riding look at the pedals. You will notice an allen headed screw at the back of each side of the pedal. Loosen it as much as possible. You will do this on both sides of each pedal. Before riding practice unclipping. Lean against a wall and twist your ankle outward. In the beginning it seems tricky but soon becomes second nature. We use cleated pedals so our feet do not slip off the pedals. When you get used to being clipped to the pedal, it is much more comfortable than riding flats. Dusty and bullet77 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Moloko Posted May 20, 2022 Share 2 minutes ago, amac said: Okay. Order the cheapest pedals. They will come with cleats. Remove the existing pedals. The right side is easy. The left side has a left hand thread so you loosen by turning the bolt right. Fit the new pedals. Take the cleats and screw them into the front holes of your pedals. Then pull the cleats as far back as possible. Then tighten the screws. Make sure the cleats are straight.. On some shoes you may find it necessary to twist the cleat slightly toward the big toe side of the shoe. Then, before riding look at the pedals. You will notice an allen headed screw at the back of each side of the pedal. Loosen it as much as possible. You will do this on both sides of each pedal. Before riding practice unclipping. Lean against a wall and twist your ankle outward. In the beginning it seems tricky but soon becomes second nature. We use cleated pedals so our feet do not slip off the pedals. When you get used to being clipped to the pedal, it is much more comfortable than riding flats. Thank you I will try and do that hopefully it won't be as bad as I think. Much appreciated amac 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoG Posted May 20, 2022 Share 3 minutes ago, David Moloko said: Hi Rorydewet I live in Volksrust If you were closer I can donate a pair of pedals & cleats. If you dont come right let me know, can maybe send via Postnet. NeverNotRolling and David Moloko 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steady Spin Posted May 20, 2022 Share Return the shoes to them and order a pair of shoes from Trailtech Cycles specifically for flat pedals. Leatt makes a few options that will work. Personal and unpopular opinion: Clipless is not worth the money and effort unless you are pushing big miles, race, or you feel that attaching your feet to a pedal will give you more confidence. Jono, Robbie Stewart and Trashy 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steady Spin Posted May 20, 2022 Share 6 minutes ago, amac said: We use cleated pedals so our feet do not slip off the pedals. When you get used to being clipped to the pedal, it is much more comfortable than riding flats. I don't agree with you at all there. Correct technique combined with the right pedal and shoe gives you more than enough grip to not slip off a pedal. As for comfortable... subjective. porqui 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoG Posted May 20, 2022 Share Just now, Steady Spin said: I don't agree with you at all there. Correct technique combined with the right pedal and shoe gives you more than enough grip to not slip off a pedal. As for comfortable... subjective. Its a matter of personal preffernce. I'm with @amac, I'm so used to ride clipless that I cant even imagine riding with flats. bullet77 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono Posted May 20, 2022 Share If you're doing long non technical rides on gravel roads, clipless (where you're connected to the pedal) might be better, but for learning how to control a mountain bike with proper technique flats are probably better. The decision should be on what your riding will be. Google clipless vs flats for more info Steady Spin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steady Spin Posted May 20, 2022 Share Just now, TheoG said: Its a matter of personal preffernce. I'm with @amac, I'm so used to ride clipless that I cant even imagine riding with flats. I'm all for personal preference but stating that clipless is used to prevent feet from slipping off a pedal isn't 100% correct. Like me saying "I use flat pedals so I don't fall over every time I stop" porqui and TheoG 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Moloko Posted May 20, 2022 Share 2 minutes ago, Steady Spin said: Return the shoes to them and order a pair of shoes from Trailtech Cycles specifically for flat pedals. Leatt makes a few options that will work. Personal and unpopular opinion: Clipless is not worth the money and effort unless you are pushing big miles, race, or you feel that attaching your feet to a pedal will give you more confidence. Thank you I will look at that much appreciated for your input Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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