Speedplay Zero Cromoly Review

Reviewer: Cycling Active/Hannah Bussey

27-Nov-2012 | 2 Reviews

Rating:

£109.99 (at time of review)

Pros

Double sided
Adjustable

Cons

Float is good for people with bad knees

See verdict and spec

We take a look at seven popular clipless pedal models: which is best?

While the Speedplay may be the most expensive here, it does at least offer some genuine differences for your cash.

As well as the obvious benefits of being double-sided, and the small scale increase in clearance when cornering, it's the adjustability and personalisation that wins plaudits.

The release angle and amount of freely rotating float are independently customisable.

This does mean cleat set-up is a slightly more time-consuming affair, but is required less often, as the contact surfaces are metallic.

Verdict

For those prone to niggly knees, the Speedplay is well worth considering, and for everyone else, you do get some extra bang for your buck.

Full specification

Supplier

www.i-ride.co.uk

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James Roberts

November 27 23:44

I use speedplay zeros on all bikes, summer (Ti), winter (cromalloy) and track, well on the track bike. So easy to use, no fumbling at lights or junctions. High ground clearance so better cornering and light weight. Only down side, a must is to use cleat covers as wear is a pain in the A**e to sort!

John Jackson

November 30 22:37

I really don't understand this review throwing in one small platform mtb pedal. I'm a roadie but got fed up of falling on my arse, destroying indoor floors and walking like a duck when wearing 'road' clipless pedals plus how quickly the cleats wear out. So I changed to Crank Brothers Quattro (the top of the range pedal was used by a Continental Pro Team), big platform and lots of float, two hole cleats and carbon soled mtb shoes. All the previous problems eliminated and NO fall in performance - my 10 and 25 TT times were unchaged. Yes, I know they are no longer available, sadly, but the Shimano Clipless Spd A600 Pedals are nearly as good and weight: 286g (per pair). Why people still ride 'road pedal/cleats' amazes me - why?