What has happened to Speedplay?

ATLANTA (BRAIN) — After nearly 30 years of entertaining purchase offers, Speedplay co-founders Richard Bryne and Sharon Worman finally chose one to accept. On Tuesday, Wahoo Fitness announced it had bought the pedal company from Bryne and Worman.

Is Speedplay owned by Wahoo?

In 2019, GPS and indoor training brand Wahoo acquired pedal maker Speedplay and today the brand has announced a refreshed range of four road pedals, with a power meter pedal option to follow later in the year.

Are Speedplay pedals worth it?

Summary. Speedplay pedals are very good to ride on. They took a little bit of getting used to (like floating on ice is common feeling), but now I don’t want to go to any other system. They are light, small and easy to use.

Are Speedplay pedals better for knees?

Especially because the knee is a hinge joint and can not tolerate much rotation. While many cleats on the market will offer a small range of float options, Speedplay cleats take the crown when it comes to float and adjustability.

Do pros use Speedplay?

Speedplays have been used by many pro riders over the years and they’re popular with bike fitters because there’s so much scope for adjustment. They’re also pretty darned light and offer low stack height compared to some alternatives.

What happened to Speedplay Syzr?

Speedplay’s Syzr pedal had been around for a while and a more recent offering is the sizing system that allows for variable stack heights and spindle lengths depending on the rider’s biomechanical needs. However, it appears now that the Syzr has been discontinued, at least for the time being.

Do any pro teams use Speedplay?

Look around the races, and you’ll see that Speedplay Zero pedals are now ridden by teams like Saxo Bank, Liquigas, BMC, Milram, Cervélo, Trek-Livestrong, Bissel, United Healthcare, Fly V Australia, Jelly Belly, and Peanut Butter and Co/TWENTY12.

What pedals do pros use?

The vast majority of riders in the pro peloton use either Shimano or Look pedals because those two brands sponsor most of the WorldTour teams. Plus, some teams like to have all of their riders on the same pedals so that a domestique can give a team leader his bike in the case of a mechanical emergency.

How long do Speedplay cleats last?

3,000-5,000 miles
Wahoo Speedplay Speedplay (now owned by Wahoo) says, “Replace cleats at least every 3,000-5,000 miles or sooner if the cleat parts show advanced wear.”

Do any pro cyclists use Speedplay pedals?

Will new Speedplay cleats work with old pedals?

Both cleat options are compatible with all pedals in the new Speedplay lineup and are backwards compatible with all earlier Speedplay Zero models.

What pros use Speedplay pedals?

Are all Speedplay cleats the same?

There are two cleat options: Standard Tension (included with Zero, Nano, Aero, and Powrlink Zero), and Easy Tension (included with Comp). Both cleat options are compatible with all pedals in the new Speedplay lineup and are backwards compatible with all earlier Speedplay Zero models.

Do pro cyclists use Speedplay?

Can you walk in Speedplay cleats?

Speedplay Walkable® Bike Cleats are the first truly walkable road cleats. The integrated, rubberized covers stay on the cleats while you are riding. When walking, the covers improve traction and protect the cleats from wear.

How do I install Speedplay cleats?

1. Make sure you’re putting the correct cleat on the correct shoe. Unlike the cleats for other pedal systems, Speedplay cleats are left/right specific, so make sure that you’re not putting the left cleat on your right shoes, or you won’t get very far at all. 2. First you need to mount the base plate to the sole of the shoe.

Are Wahoo Speedplay cleats compatible with my shoes?

Wahoo Speedplay cleats use a four-bolt shoe attachment pattern. With most shoes only offering the three-bolt cleat attachment configuration suited to LOOK and Shimano pedals, Wahoo Speedplay cleats require the use of a base/adapter plate to make them compatible with all road cycling shoes.

What is the Speedplay easy tension bike cleat?

It’s a race-level cleat built to handle the demands of the most powerful riders. The Easy Tension Bike Cleat has a light-action spring for easier pedal engagement, offering a stable and secure platform for all-day riding comfort. Speedplay Walkable® Bike Cleats are the first truly walkable road cleats.

What are the different types of Speedplay cleats?

Alternatively, the Wahoo Speedplay system offers two types of cleat with either standard or easy retention springs. Standard cleats ship with all pedal models apart from the Comp that is supplied with the easy tension variant. Wahoo Speedplay cleats use a four-bolt shoe attachment pattern.