Adjusting Your New SPD SL's and Using Them!

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  • @davidcoria1050
    @davidcoria1050 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Thank you so much!
    I’m a beginner and I have been watching videos on this topic and no matter how many I watched from the big big blogs and sites, there were not that many details on the video as you did it.
    Your video definitely gave me more info and peace of of mind hahaha and I didn’t feel intimidated.
    I felt like a good friend was explaining
    it to me and not making me feel dumb.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I know the feeling! I was there a few years ago and still find myself in those kinds of moments all the time. I’m happy that this video helped you out in one way or another to make your bike a lot more fun! That’s what it’s all about for me. Thank you and I hope you have a crap ton of fun and check in for more vids in the future! 🤘🏻😀🤘🏻

  • @vijaynadkarni
    @vijaynadkarni 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video! I'm transitioning from SPD to SPD-SL pedals and your video helped me understand how to adjust the tension on the pedals.

  • @stevejpm1
    @stevejpm1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have just installed these cleats after using the 2 bolt spd cleats for a year,so this is good instruction and advice.Cheers.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. I tried to be as clear as possible, lol. To this day my foot still slips randomly from time to time, but that’s part of the territory. 🤘🏻

  • @BenyBenator
    @BenyBenator 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you. That visual explanation on the markers at the back of the pedals was really helpful. My pedals are a different brand (look), And don't have those 3 marks, but still I was able to see the tension ease off on the spring.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad it helped even if they are Keo pedals! 🤘🏻

  • @tjgonzwest
    @tjgonzwest 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for making this, it's still helping! I just learned to clip in yesterday on a used Cinelli I just got and it was a little challenging, I didn't even think to adjust the tension. Going to see where mine are at right now

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It’s always a bit challenging at first but once you get the hang of it you will still miss the pedal clip in here and there but it’s part of it and it gets a lot easier, lol. Definitely practice in a car-free area with your eyes forward and try to catch the clip in without looking down. Gain that confidence and voila, faster take off! 🤘🏻

  • @vinceprice4089
    @vinceprice4089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, as David Coria said, your explanations gave more information and were concise, and easy to understand. Thank you and keep you the good work.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that and thank you for watching! 🤟🏻

  • @perrymcguire3806
    @perrymcguire3806 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video - very informative. Despite using the Shimano SPD pedals for so many years, they can still be awkward at times to clip-in. Bizarrely, when wearing my winter overshoes, I seem to clip-in without any issues

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! That’s an odd thing to happen though when wearing overshoes? Have you checked the section that clips into the spring section of the pedal? It could be wearing down or maybe it’s the cleat that is slightly out of alignment with your shoe? 🤔 hmmm…..

  • @Josee1619
    @Josee1619 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just bought my brand new pedals, thank you so much bruv!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sweeeeeeeeeeeet! Welcome to the club!

  • @pwrshots
    @pwrshots 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    its best to release with the pedal in the down stroke.easier to twist out. people tend to panic when starting out and forget to twist the foot. been there done that.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree. BUT, once you've gotten the hang of it and have broken in the cleats/pedals, unclipping at either the upstroke or downstroke becomes almost second nature and rather easy. Personally I unclip at the upstroke a lot when using a sidewalk to stay upright, and downstroke when unclipping and putting my foot down at a street light (sitting in traffic). I should have noted that, but thank you!

    • @dev1ce888
      @dev1ce888 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter we have same habits man haha

  • @bluestilling101
    @bluestilling101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rail the Gutter I have been looking for a video that would give a simple explanation about adjusting the tension. I am new to using SPDs, but now I know how to make it easier to get out. Looking at the current adjustment, I now see where the problem is coming from. Thank you.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m happy that my explanation helped you out! That’s all that matters to me.

  • @bazerra854
    @bazerra854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Exact thing happened to me I couldn’t unclip cuz I didn’t adjust the tension but your video solved my issue thanks bud.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem! Glad it helped! 🤘🏻

  • @hairministry9548
    @hairministry9548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks bro. Simple and straight to the point

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it helped out! 🤟🏻

  • @jamesramirez523
    @jamesramirez523 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got a pair of spds. Great vid man, thanks!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it helped out! 🤘🏻

  • @danbustalinio4105
    @danbustalinio4105 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for the instructions. I learned a lot . new subscriber, watching you from the Philippines 🇵🇭

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it helped you out! Shout outs to the Pinoy! 🤟🏻

  • @ivan6navi
    @ivan6navi ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is excelent for begginers like me, thank you so much.

  • @jielogy
    @jielogy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a brand new pedal but even if i adjusted it to the loosest setting (plastic all The way up), it is still too tight. Does it get looser the more I use it or I received a defective one?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Out of the box is should be pretty easy to unclip at the loosest setting, and hard to unclip on the hardest setting. If you’re shifting your ankle correctly out of the pedal, then most likely it’s a defective set. Sorry for the bad news!

  • @nederlandsarchief9528
    @nederlandsarchief9528 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a lot! It's a very clear/well explained video.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it helped you out! 🤟🏻

  • @colinjanpaclipan3308
    @colinjanpaclipan3308 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just got some 2nd hand look keo pedals and it's very hard to clip in to them. is this normal? I have to really lessen the tension on the pedals just to be able to clip in. so much so that the clip on the pedal is a bit loose. I'm a beginner to clipless pedals.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So if I’m correct, KEO pedals are extremely similar (almost identical) to Shimano. There could be two things going on. Your cleat might not be aligned properly to the clipless pedal when you’re trying to clip in. You’ll want to make sure your cleat and pedal are lined up and it should easily clip in (try this while not moving at all, lean up against a wall and just go through the notion of clipping into it).
      If for some reason its not that, then perhaps adjusting your pedals tension to the minimal amount can possibly help (I’m not too savvy on KEO pedals, but the system is basically the same as Shimano).
      Last thing it could be is your cleat might be worn out, or it could be damaged somewhere that’s causing a hard clip in to happen (this has happened to me before, I struck something with the cleat and I guess it slightly deformed a section of the cleat, which actually made it harder to clip in). If it’s worn, you’ll need to replace it (cleats are pretty cheap), same thing if it’s deformed.
      Hope this helps! 🤘🏻

  • @tomato12terra
    @tomato12terra ปีที่แล้ว

    great, exactly the info I was looking for; thanks!

  • @toite3x3ninjah
    @toite3x3ninjah 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My ankle is so sore right now. Just started using ultegra ones i will be adjusting them before my ride today 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Welcome to spd-sl’s, lol.

  • @richbowie76
    @richbowie76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol I've been riding clipless for 20 years and i still miss my entry when stopped at a traffic light . And its always in front of an audience !

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ve missed my clip on two different occasions and flap jacked to the ground while going 0 mph and I still miss the pedal EVERY SINGLE RIDE one way or another. I feel your pain, lol.

    • @scientia_potentia_est
      @scientia_potentia_est ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@railthegutter yeah I switched from the SPD system ("mountain bike" metal cleat style) to this SPD-SL system and I'm REALLY struggling to consistently engage the pedals. It's specially dangerous when starting on hilly terrain on green lights. With the SPD (especially double-sided pedals) you just stump your feet (with a somewhat front sliding motion of course) and you're clipped in. Almost like the Wahoo Power play system. But this is like threading a needle or clipping two Lego blocks in place. Takes a while to develop the muscle memory

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@scientia_potentia_est You are not wrong there, lol. I've lost count on how many times I've missed the pedal and hit the back of my heel, my shin and etc on the pedals for missing them. You just have to make sure the pedal has grease in the spindle so it can rotate slowly so it gives you just enough time to clip into place. I learned that lack of servicing can cause the pedals to spin fast, and if it spins fast, it's NOT a good thing. It'll just make clipping in a lot harder and you'll wreck the bearings. My only tip for riding on a hill and say you have to unclip is to have you strongest foot/leg clipped in, have it in a pretty easy gear so you can spin it up quickly with one leg, once you have your balance up and going, clip in with your other leg quickly. I practice single leg ascending for short bursts all the time and this works for me. I even switch it up and use my weaker leg/foot. I hope you keep at it and it works out for you or something similar! SPD-SL's are great to love, but also to hate! lol

    • @scientia_potentia_est
      @scientia_potentia_est ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter yep, 100%! I've started taking off on easier gears while I get used to clipping in 😁
      I do miss the fun of taking off on hard gears when I had my Shimano XC5 SPD shoes. I could clip in in under a sec 😩
      But yeah loving my SPD pedals and shoes for sure. Definitely an upgrade for doing harder/longer road cycling (lighter, more comfortable, better power transmission, etc). I think it's worth the troubles through the learning period.
      Interesting about the spindle grease though. I had the pedals installed at a bike shop and I didn't see the install. Will look into it. Thanks for the tip!

  • @CraigAndres
    @CraigAndres 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do i need it set on lowest negative setting for a absokute beginner? 👍

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you’ve never used SPD’s before, I recommend having them on the easiest setting until you familiarize yourself with how they clip in and out and how it feels overall. Once you’re used to that, just tighten them down a bit more (but remember to test the tighter setting as well so you familiarize yourself with the new setting or else you’ll fall over, lol).

  • @buzzandselunsupervised649
    @buzzandselunsupervised649 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spot on. Worked a treat ✊👏👏

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤘🏻 🔥 I’m happy this helped!

  • @MarcraM82
    @MarcraM82 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Can I ask how many clicks from loosest to tightest?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mmmmmm, it’s roughly 4 clicks per adjustment section, it’s around 12-14ish clicks from top to bottom/bottom to top. In my experience of course, lol. But then again, it’s just easier to look at the side of the pedal for the visual plastic meter to tell where you want your adjustment at. Top is easiest/middle is a happy area between easy-hard/lowest is tight to get out of. I hope this helps!

    • @MarcraM82
      @MarcraM82 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter thanks so much that's exactly what I needed to know! Have subscribed!

  • @gilmassis
    @gilmassis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hahahahaha cool! The guy still got the bruises from his clipped fall 😎

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol 😂 that left shin has seen a lot of failed clip ins, but that weird darker patch of skin is actually a scar from my bike fall (I uploaded a video about that before this one). Thank you for the laugh! Lol

    • @gilmassis
      @gilmassis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter Aww so sorry for that. I'll try to check it out as I'm in recovery from a broken wrist (cycling fail :/ ). Can't wait to be clipped up again 🤷🏻‍♀️☹️

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perfectly fine! Oh man. Sounds like your injury was a lot worse than my road rash scars. 😬 heal up quickly and get back on the bike! You’ll be at 100% in no time!

    • @gilmassis
      @gilmassis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter It was a pretty bad one indeed... Tragic, ironic.. full package! Well.. I'll be ready for next soon! Positive vibes!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Positive vibes and focus on healing! 🤟🏻wishing you a speedy recovery!

  • @shushbomber
    @shushbomber 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hello i got a question are different spd sl pedals harder/easier to clip out of or is it completely dependent on spring tension?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      As far as I know the spd sl system are all the same. It all depends on how loose/tight you adjust the bolt.

    • @shushbomber
      @shushbomber 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@railthegutter okay thanks!

  • @1sobeit1
    @1sobeit1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I found out my one’s at the easiest setting. After first use and lame duck fall of yesterday I feel the release tension is still not easy. Looks like I’ve to get used to it.😅

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Takes a few clips in and out to get the hang of it. Tip: unclip one shoe when you are riding in a straight line (somewhere safe) and then clip back in. Then do the opposite side. Do this a few times and you will get the hang of it quickly when you are on the move. 🤘🏻

    • @1sobeit1
      @1sobeit1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@railthegutter Thank you for the advice🙏🏽, I’ll definitely try it. 🚴🏼‍♂️

  • @rickaristotlejorge2618
    @rickaristotlejorge2618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I tighten the tension bolt, the spring kicks back the bolt, what should I do? It's a Racework RB cleats pedal. Thanks

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Typically what that means is there is an issue with the spring mech itself. I had an issue like that before with a fake 105 pedal (the spring would only tighten so far and then sort of stop at a certain point and constantly just click and jump a bit). You can’t really fix that. It’s not even worth it honestly. You can try turning it upside down to see if maybe it’ll “catch” when you’re turning it to tighten it, but if it doesn’t work, I suggest new pedals. Been there and it sucks. Sorry for the bad news man. But you can get a new set of pedals (even some off brand ones) for cheap that work (just be careful and test them). Best of luck!

    • @rickaristotlejorge2618
      @rickaristotlejorge2618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter this is exactly my problem, a few turns then it the bolt snaps back to its starting point. Though it was not like that out of the box.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah chances are it’s just a bad tension mech. And you really can’t fix it. Believe me, I looked into and it would cost you more to fix that section and trouble overall than to just buy a new set (unless you have warranty on them, just have them swapped). Happens to the best of us. It’s part of the game I guess? It blows I know.

  • @damiansaul80
    @damiansaul80 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just got some shimano pd-6610 9/16 pedals new from Facebook market im trying to ajust them they click but the adjuster indicator does not move any advise

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hmmmmm, that’s not good. Try to tighten them as far as they will go. Do you feel resistance the more you tighten them or nothing changes? If the tension does increase (you would need to clip in and test it) then it could just be the indicator is busted (no real fix for that) but don’t worry too much about it since that is more “cosmetic”. The main thing is the tension spring. If that tension is literally the same from the loosest point to the tightest point (from threading it in further) then yeah there is no fix unfortunately. Sucks I know.

  • @spicybread6643
    @spicybread6643 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I need help, my Shimano R540 pedal is not turning up (toward above) but it just lying like a flat and when I try to spin it, it's just like not spinning fast but rather like slower and feel like stuck ( sorry for bad English)

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Did you try to service it? Sounds like maybe the bearing are stuck or something seized up the bearings.

    • @spicybread6643
      @spicybread6643 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@railthegutter wait I think it is working normal, I asked the local shop who sold it to me and they said it is just need times for the grease to work on it. It is functioning like normal now

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Woooooo, lol. Good save. Might have been just some grease that was forcing it to stay upright. Could be semi old. Should consider buying a tool later on if you plan on servicing it so you can fix it yourself in the future. But glad you got it working! 🤘🏻

  • @kinger-gaming8660
    @kinger-gaming8660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Which way should I turn if I wanna clip out easy

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you have a Shimano pedal, then it would righty-tighty, lefty-loosey. Your pedals should also have a + and a - marks on them just like the ones I have on mine. Those indicators show you which direction to turn for which tension you'd like. Hope this helps!

  • @johnkennethbuagayan7127
    @johnkennethbuagayan7127 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I have PD RS500, I can't decrease/increase tension and doesnt hear clicking sounds. I already applied WD40 but still cant adjust

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately the one area in spd sl pedals that cannot really be worked on or fixed is the tension area. Sucks I know. I suggest a return/exchange or if you’ve had them for a while then absolutely replacing them. Sorry for the bad news!

    • @johnkennethbuagayan7127
      @johnkennethbuagayan7127 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@railthegutter that's sad, btw thanks for your immediate response.

  • @jerichoholic5805
    @jerichoholic5805 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pls help me!!
    I m using shimano SPD and some decent road shoes. They work great (using them on an indoor trainer only as of now). However, whenever I do max effort sprints where I'm basically hammering on the pedals, my foot clips out 8/10 times. I DONT KNOW WHY! Has it got something to do with my form or are the pedals sorta loose?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are only one set of pedals that I’ve heard that will unclip very very easily all the time and those are the SPD SL RS500 (they will say SPD SL in white on top of the tension bolt). Those pedals aren’t meant to be sprinted in. If you DO NOT have these specific pedals, you’ll want to check three things: 1) how tight is the tension on your spring? Is is just slightly tightened? Or is it tightened mid or all the way to the hardest setting? 2) your form could be the problem (if you have a tendency of twisting your ankle at the bottom of the stroke, it can possibly cause the cleat to unclip in some random moments). On a stationary trainer I personally just focus on mashing down and keeping myself centered and without swaying too much during extremely hard efforts. 3) your cleats could be worn out. This one is a lot more common. This just happened to one of my friends. He kept mashing the same cleats for who knows how long, and he started noticing that his would clip but would almost always unclip at the downstroke or during a sprint.
      Might want to check these things first! Hopefully it’s nothing major.

  • @richardgore6638
    @richardgore6638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you, saved hours of practice, and going to hospital 😂😂😂👍

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol🤘🏻🤣🤘🏻glad this helped avoiding a nasty bill or a sweet scar.

  • @EvaSagun-k4h
    @EvaSagun-k4h 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sir can you help me with my problem my cleats pedal wont clip in even tho j adjust the tension

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What pedals are you using?

    • @EvaSagun-k4h
      @EvaSagun-k4h 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Its good now sir i use the same pedals as you but itd good now thank you so much​@@railthegutter

  • @johnbrianalbano687
    @johnbrianalbano687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how to fix bro, my cleats cant adjust using allen

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      If your pedals aren’t adjusting at all, chances are that the adjustable Allen screw is probably damaged or something else? Do you hear something rattling around? We are talking about the pedals and not the cleats on your shoes right?

    • @xyrusdelacruzdm1745
      @xyrusdelacruzdm1745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter i have that problem sir i cant adjust the tension to tightly and it makes crazy clicking sound

  • @lance6749
    @lance6749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for this sir this was really helpful!!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem! 🤘🏻thank you for watching!

  • @kurosawataiki8002
    @kurosawataiki8002 ปีที่แล้ว

    I lost the cover of the indicator is it ok? Thank you

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmmmmm, maybe/maybe not. Anything that has a lost covering could have water ingress or dirt ingress into it. It’s difficult to say. If mechanically it’s in good working condition then it should be fine? But I would be somewhat cautious of your weather/riding conditions since the internals are sort of now exposed.

  • @kurtisaiah1458
    @kurtisaiah1458 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi we have the same pedals what can i do because i can't clip in in my left pedal and i loose the tension still can't clip in the pedal is like a month to me sorry for my bad English

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man that sucks. Have you hooked the front portion of the cleat first and then pushed down? If you have your cleats set up however you prefer them, you will need to follow the cleats direction. I personally have my cleats set up almost dead in the middle of my shoes and I’m able to clip in easily. I would say to check the orientation of your cleat and try again. Also make sure that for practice that your pedals tension is on the easiest setting.

  • @danieltorres-qk4fm
    @danieltorres-qk4fm 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video!! Very helpful!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it helped you out! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

  • @jaybautista3549
    @jaybautista3549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got mine for the first time. Kinda nervous to use it tho

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s definitely a bit daunting at first, but after a few clips in and out it gets much easier to use them. You will learn that you won’t be able to clip in successfully first try every time. It’s just part of using these kinds of pedals, but that’s also something you get used to, lol.

  • @andriewhatthesigma
    @andriewhatthesigma 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    bro my bolt for the tension thing is so rusty and i can't change tension, do y'all have any idea how to fix this?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hmmm. First thing that comes to mind is degreasing the bolt area (wd-40/awesome/etc..) to loosen up the rust. Of course don’t overdo it with the degreaser. Basically spray a little let it sit a bit then try it. Would also suggest a rag being used between the allen key and bolt to create a good tight fit to avoid rounding the bolt.

  • @imtyimty6902
    @imtyimty6902 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve got same pedals my feet don’t click in and every time I’m riding my feat slip out
    I’ve hit red ones on

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmmm.....you might want to check the pedal. Sounds like either you aren’t clipping in at all, or, your pedals have some kind of mechanical defect. Sometimes when you try to clip in, you won’t unless the cleat clips in at the right angle. This happens to me a lot but I’ve learned how that works over time. But if you do clip in and your foot slides out, I’d say get another pair or warranty claim them. Hopefully this helps!

  • @sydpao2224
    @sydpao2224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Isn’t it easier to clip out when your foot is at 6 oclock position?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's easier to unclip at the 6 o'clock position, I will not disagree. However, I think everyone should be able to clip/unclip at any position (takes a bit of work, but once you can clip in and clip out at any position, the bike sort of becomes faster to operate, and who doesn't want to be faster?). In the end, you'll work on your ankle muscles, and who doesn't want that? lol

  • @patty109109
    @patty109109 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine were WAY too tight from factory. I have them on almost lowest setting now and can get in and out easier. Haven’t popped out accidentally yet.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad the information helped!

  • @toritohaters6056
    @toritohaters6056 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi am going to buy it those pedals, my first time used they are good ?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Honestly, they’re good pedals for commuting and chill group riding, nothing too intense. However, using them for hard sprinting/high intensity workouts, I wouldn’t recommend them. I’d go with the R550’s (slightly wider platform, and slightly better connection), or the 105 (r5800 or r7000, if you have the money for them). I haven’t had any real issues though. I’ve even crashed in them and have hit all sorts of things, lol. They’re all banged up and scratched and have yet to fail me. Hopefully this info works for you! 🤘🏻

  • @shannanhough8179
    @shannanhough8179 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thanks! So basically if my shoe is a little loose in the clip, I should tighten with a 2.5 mm Allen key?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! And yes! If you’re able to clip in but the retention is still somewhat “loose” and you’re able to un clip a bit too easily, then adjusting the tension with that Allen key will help keep your cleat locked in a bit more. I’ve left mine on super loose, then as I got more accustomed to using them, I’ve moved the tension up. But remember as the tension goes up, you’ll need need more force to unclip, so it will take a little practice! 🤘🏻

    • @shannanhough8179
      @shannanhough8179 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter It worked!

  • @gary6463
    @gary6463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this video. Im starting out with using clips..🚴🏻 Im a new subscriber to your channel. I also tapped the like button and hit the notification bell 🛎

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome good sir! Currently working on putting together some lengthy videos which are taking time, but stick around! 🤘🏻thank you!

  • @pakboi6927
    @pakboi6927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    BRO THE TENSION BOLT OF MY PEDAL CLEATS IS ALREADY LOOSE THREAD.. WHAT IM GOING TO DO????

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The tension adjustment screw loose? A genuine shimano pedal screw doesn’t really come out of it’s threading. At least not that I’ve seen? If you shake your pedal slightly and you hear rattling inside of it, and it doesn’t thread down, either the screw has come out of the threading or something is damaged inside. Either way, you can’t safely repair that unfortunately. Best to contact the seller and get a replacement.

  • @williamkterrell
    @williamkterrell 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information so true, Thanks!

  • @sakuranakamura5098
    @sakuranakamura5098 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much bro
    This video help us like me bigginner

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah no problem! Glad this helped you out! 🤘🏻

  • @1269lima
    @1269lima 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What type of shoe do you used, pls?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If I remember correctly these shoes are Bontrager Starvos.

  • @smegoz
    @smegoz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think I see some bruises on the shin there....looks like mine after slipping off the pedals a couple of times and somehow catching it on my shin!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol. Actually what you’re seeing are old skateboard-to-the-shin scars (both legs). The weird large section on the left leg is actually a scar from road rash I got from my bike crash video (slid on rough pavement going fast). Surprisingly enough I’ve only had one bruise from missing the pedals but it’s been a while (still miss the pedal every week though, lol).

  • @WhosCandice-vf3km
    @WhosCandice-vf3km 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im a beginner i have a 105 r7000 cleats my sm -sh11 wont fit can you pleae help me

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh that sucks! Are they genuine Shimano cleats? Or are they Non-Branded cleats that look like SH11’s? OEM shimano cleats will literally say “shimano/sh11” on the bottom. Non-branded cleats will have nothing, and the yellow sections will have this weird “yellow sheen” and a bit more rounded.

  • @xyrusdelacruzdm1745
    @xyrusdelacruzdm1745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When i tight the tension its making sound like clicking and it keeps going back to lower tension please notice me

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man. I’ve had that happen to me on a pair of fake 105 pedals, and honestly, you cannot fix that. If the tension adjustment doesn’t go down and stay down it’s best to get it replaced under warranty or just replace them. Unfortunately you can’t really open that area of the pedal (if it’s something like the one in my video or 5800 and up). I hope this helps.

    • @rickaristotlejorge2618
      @rickaristotlejorge2618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same situation, I tightened the tension bolt a bit too much and wanted to decrease the tension, but when I was tightening the bolt this happens.

  • @1987mariohl
    @1987mariohl 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wich one is left and right . My look keo doesnt have it

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Typically with any pedal that goes onto a bike will have only one way which it will correctly thread into and that is typically towards the back wheel. Left will most likely tighten clockwise and right will go counter clockwise.

  • @salazarjustinmard.2143
    @salazarjustinmard.2143 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i adjust my spdl all of them but my cleat shoes can't get it in

  • @jorossaguilar9629
    @jorossaguilar9629 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    my spd doesnt click if i loosen or tighten the tension, is it fake?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Very very possible. If you got it from aliexpress there is no guarantee you got a real one. The other thing it could be is that it is real but it’s damaged. The first issue being the more common one than the latter.

    • @jorossaguilar9629
      @jorossaguilar9629 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@railthegutter i tried to use shimano's app to determine if its fake or not but it says its legit, im really confuse rn, btw thank you bcs you still replied on my comment 😭

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah sorry. I had a similar problem but I was able to get them to work.

    • @jorossaguilar9629
      @jorossaguilar9629 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@railthegutter can i ask how did you fix it, thank you so much 😭😭😭

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Technically I didn’t, lol 😂 I just tested them out and noticed that the tension would work properly if I loosened and tightened them down. So I have been riding them as is. The older 5700spd sl’s if I remember correctly could have the tension spring removed along with the visible tension meter and replaced completely back to working order. Unfortunately those days are long gone.

  • @sersolo3112
    @sersolo3112 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This helped thank you dude

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sweet! That’s what it’s all about! 🤘🏻

  • @cruzito_gaming195
    @cruzito_gaming195 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    what do i do if its loose thread? pls help me

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Loose threading? Does it thread all the way and it’s still loose? Or it doesn’t thread all the way into the crank arm and it’s loose?

    • @cruzito_gaming195
      @cruzito_gaming195 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter the tensioner allen hole is the loose threaded the very small one?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ahhhhhhh. That one, sorry. If you have tried tightening it down, and it’s just refusing to tighten down, then it’s very possible that you might have a bad set of pedals. If you were to shake the pedals and hear anything rattling then that’s another sign you got a bad set. Unfortunately there is no real fix for that problem other than getting them exchanged (you can’t really open and fix that).

  • @carlosmotta6537
    @carlosmotta6537 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! 👍

  • @inigo2502
    @inigo2502 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir!

  • @pinoyxbox
    @pinoyxbox 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wait lol i set my tensions all the way down. No wonder it’s hard to get out of the pedal. I thought “decrease” will loosen it up lol 🤦🏻

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol 😂 we live and we learn. On the upside of this, your ankles probably got a serious workout. No rolled ankles any time soon, lol.

    • @pinoyxbox
      @pinoyxbox 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter omg yes! I thought the upper of my shoes is gonna ripped out lol 😂

    • @Louisduong13
      @Louisduong13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same. I tho the same and over adjusted my bolt, now it stucked at the hardest 😅😅😅

  • @cheeba2k
    @cheeba2k 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The problem is that no tools fit on my tension hole even the allen keys :( sorry for my bad english

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I believe the tension holes take a 1.5-2mm hex key (metric, not standard). Unfortunately I don’t know any other way to get those adjusted without that tool? Hopefully you find one! 🤞🏻👍🏻

    • @cheeba2k
      @cheeba2k 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter All good bro I got a new allen key. It was my old allen key that doesnt have the size for it lol my bad. But when I adjusted it I cant turn it anymore and still its not yet fully loose. How can I fix that? Thanks bro!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cheeba2k The adjustment tab should be all the way to the top if you're spinning it counterclock wise, and you should hear clicking as you're doing it. Once it's at the top, that's the lowest tension you're going to get. However, if the tension is really high even at the lowest tension set on the pedal, maybe there is an issue with them? If you've never used these kinds of pedals before, it will take some time to get used to them, and also, brand new cleats in brand new pedals take time to adjust. Sometimes just being up against a wall or something to hold you up and clicking in and out of them can help loosen up some of the "brand new" tension from the cleat/pedal interaction. That's what I personally did, and this worked for me. You'll know what I mean as you wear them down, and have to get new cleats on your shoes. Your tension will actually go up again, and it's normal. Hope this helps!

  • @bernardchryslerignacioruiz3677
    @bernardchryslerignacioruiz3677 ปีที่แล้ว

    How to fix if tension are not downing?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately there is no way to fix the tension on these newer versions of SPD pedals. The older ones you could buy parts like the tension mech to replace and get them working, but if the tension doesn’t get harder the more you push the tension screw, then it’s most likely defective or gone bad. Sorry!

    • @bernardchryslerignacioruiz3677
      @bernardchryslerignacioruiz3677 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@railthegutter inshort i need to buy a new one?

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately yes. That’s going to be your best option in this case. Sucks I know.

  • @pbrown4
    @pbrown4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I find the fact that when your foot isn't clipped in and the pedal rotates facing up a pain. I always have to look down to clip in to make sure the pedal hasn't spun to the other side. I would prefer them to auto rotate level lol

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol 😂 that would be ideal, unfortunately, these pedals have a mind of their own. I found that over time, with just enough practice, you sort of stop looking down as much and just trust that you’ll clip in (unless you miss, then yeah definitely glance down quickly and clip in, lol).

    • @pbrown4
      @pbrown4 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter I seem to always get them on the underside..does my head in

  • @migueluisndomigo2280
    @migueluisndomigo2280 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir salute💜

  • @ka_chxngzzz
    @ka_chxngzzz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem! 👌🏻🤘🏻

  • @danfuerthgillis4483
    @danfuerthgillis4483 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is impossible to use these pedals where I live, it's so many stop lights your ankle will be sore after 2 hours of riding with the over un-clipping . This is why I am still on normal pedals for both my road bikes. I do have a pair of them but still have not installed them, it's just useless where I live.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m not sure where you live, but where I live I have a similar issue. However, I personally wouldn’t give mine up. I agree, it’s annoying to go from one red light or stop sign to another light or stop sign about 100ft away, but, I’ve gotten used to clipping/unclipping quickly that I honestly don’t care. Also, I’m learning to properly balance myself more and more to track stand so I don’t have to unclip as much. It can be annoying, but I actually enjoy some challenges, and I don’t mind finding some way around a problem to make it work for me. In the end, if my ankle gets a bit tired (which has happened), then I know it’ll be stronger a week later (after some rest of course). I wouldn’t give up on them, but they aren’t for everyone and that’s okay, ride whatever you want, just enjoy the hell out of it! 🤘🏻

    • @danfuerthgillis4483
      @danfuerthgillis4483 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter I know the benefits of the pedals, but the way they work they were never really meant for the mass consumers on open roads with multiple stop signs. In Ontario it's all stop signs every 100 meters and inside Windsor, Essex area good luck it's like every 50 meters stops and lights. It's not like Europe with their bike infrastructure and more roundabouts than lights. I gave up and put the normal pedals on my Carbon bike since my cheap bike already is set with normal flat pedals. Plus I can take my comfortable running shoes and walk around normally lol.

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like you’ve got some serious infrastructure issues going on over there, lol. That sucks man. My situation isn’t great, but we do have trails nearby so I don’t usually have to worry about street lights/stop signs as soon as we’re in there. If the flat pedals work for the commuting, then it’s all good! Or if you’re feeling a bit fancier, adidas just made some VeloSamba shoes with a two bolt system! Not the friendliest on the pocket (roughly $135-150?), but they’re just some Sambas with an integrated pedal system to clip in and out! Might be worth it in your case? Would be able to use both the flat and some mtb two bolt pedals! And easily walked in! Lol

    • @danfuerthgillis4483
      @danfuerthgillis4483 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter Yep I did buy some cycling shoes from Aliexpress, they are multiple use so 3 different arrangements, plain, 2 screw or 3 screw mount. For 56$ a nice pair so you can either use them as regular shoes ( they have a front and back sole) or use the multiple screw homes for different kinds of pedals here some basic shoes www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002467390523.html

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those actually remind me a bit of some Pearl Izumi Road shoes I got roughly two years ago? Three and two bolt system, and pretty cheap (paid like $80?). Although they weren’t easy to walk in, but I managed (didn’t have the middle rubber on the left or right). Hey if those shoes work for you and gets the job done, then it’s a win! 🤘🏻

  • @p181
    @p181 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you.....👍

  • @PYYYYYY
    @PYYYYYY 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks 🙏

  • @highway67theband
    @highway67theband 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem! Thank you for watching!!🤘🏻

  • @franciscohurtado3357
    @franciscohurtado3357 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    dude thanks

  • @Vintage-rtx
    @Vintage-rtx 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My cleats ain’t clipping 😩

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What pedals are you using? Also one thing to make sure of is that your cleats are centered correctly. If they are not properly centered then you will almost always have a problem clipping in.

  • @kethya5432
    @kethya5432 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't clip into my pedal i tried both tension

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the most common things I’ve run into when it comes to not being able to clip in are:
      - Tension
      -One side of the cleat is angled weird so it doesn’t make proper contact with the one pedal, or it’s damaged somewhere where it clips into the pedal.
      -Not enough force is being applied to connect and clip in.
      I suggest checking that your cleat is installed properly and it’s not at an odd angle because it can cause all sorts of clip in issues (had this happen to me as well). And an improperly installed cleat can make you think you need more force and you could end up damaging something.
      Also have your cleat set to the easiest tension and lower you crank arm closest to the ground and try clipping in (by far the easiest way to get in there). You do need a bit of force, but not a crazy amount.
      If the cleat is damaged or deformed anywhere (which is uncommon to have a wonky one), you need to replace it.
      Hopefully this works! Let us know!

    • @kethya5432
      @kethya5432 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@railthegutter yes now I'm selling it and looking for a new one i appreciate ur reply bro😘

  • @si_lance_to
    @si_lance_to 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why mine doesn't click

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Common things that cause that issue:
      Counterfeit
      Damage to the tension portion of the pedal.
      Typically a counterfeit set of pedals from say Aliexpress will almost always never work correctly. It’s a hit or miss. Sometimes they are real and they just don’t work (but this isn’t common with a genuine pedal set).
      Physical damage can pretty much wreck anything. This could also be where you crashed/dropped the pedal hard/or over tightened them to the point of malfunction. Hard to say which one it is unless you provide more details.
      Third is that they are probably super old and have just stopped working.

  • @davidearl4022
    @davidearl4022 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yo the man!

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I try to help where I can, lol. 🤘🏻

  • @yayyay2529
    @yayyay2529 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks bro

  • @Louisduong13
    @Louisduong13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro i over screwed and stuck at the highest tension. Horrible

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That just straight up sucks! Just send them back for a warranty claim. Can’t really repair that issue with the spring. I hope that works out for you!

  • @OFWMoneyQatar
    @OFWMoneyQatar ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pinoy here

  • @winstonshaw2533
    @winstonshaw2533 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    really good advice great thanks 😊

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem! Thank you for watching! 🤘🏻

  • @relaxingday7150
    @relaxingday7150 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the video is too dark

    • @railthegutter
      @railthegutter  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I apologize for the inconvenience, perhaps adjusting lighting on phone or comp? I will make sure to work on my lighting in my future vids for sure. Thanks! 🤘🏻