Category: cycling (Page 23 of 37)

I need new pedals! And I don’t know what to get!

If I sound intense about this, it’s because I am.

I have always ridden with Looks, currently Look Keo Carbon. It’s time to replace them and I’m not sure I want to go with Look again.

Reason why:  the cleats wear extremely fast and for that matter the pedals do too; although that may not be fair because I have about 10,000 miles on these.

I’m considering Shimano Ultegra 6700 or Dura-Ace 7900, Forte Pro CFR (Performance Bike brand) and Campagnolo Record Pro-Fit Plus.

Because of my shoes I need to go with 3 bolt pedals, and all of the pedals above comply.

I’ve found the Campagnolo’s for $259.00 – a steal, msrp is $425. The Ultegra I’ve found for $110, the Dura-Ace are similar to Campy’s in cost and the Forte are the cheapest at $89.

Truth: My bike is clad in Campagnolo sans the wheels and current pedals. I would like to get the Campy pedals but I don’t need or feel right about getting Campy Record; they are more than I need. They don’t make them in Chorus or Centaur, however.

What’s a girl to do??

Are you in love with any Look compatible pedals? What are they and why do you love them?

Anyone have any experience with any Campagnolo pedal?

Today’s bike ride looked like it might not happen. As we were ready to leave, a quick look outside showed dark clouds. A quick check of the radar showed nothing so off we went.

The whole day was like that! Cloudy, with dark looking thunder clouds in the vicinity but no rain.

What we did have was calm wind, overcast sky and mild temperatures – oh, and high humidity, but nothing is perfect.

The ride was a nice one, 55 miles, which gives me 135 for the week. Not bad and the skies cleared up toward the end.

Hope the weather is cooperating with you so you can ride. I’m uploading rides to Endomondo to participate in the National Bike Challenge. Consider joining the team, “All for the Love of Bikes”.

Today’s ride:  NBC 04/28/12

We have suffered a loss in our family so I won’t be posting anything for several days. 

Have a great weekend.. a happy Passover… happy Easter…. or anything else you want to celebrate — Life.