How-To Install Cleats on Cycling Shoes The RIGHT WAY! | Clipless Pedal DIY for Shimano SPD and More.

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  • Let's face it we have all installed the cleats wrong at home and caused knee pain. This video goes to show how to set them up properly at home to get cleats mounted and miles pedaled. Keep in mind this is no replacement for a true cleat fitting by a bike shop fitter so tread lightly and listen to your body so you don't injure yourself.
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  • @lfzguud
    @lfzguud 2 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    This blew me away. Probably the most succinct explanation of proper adjustment. Following the info in this video I alleviated a ton of issues. Turns out my cleats were nearly a full inch forward of where they should be - and my feet were suffering horribly for it. By the end of a 20 mile ride my feet were sore and the toes were numb. Now all of that pain is gone. Amazing how one simple adjustment changes the whole experience.

    • @username8171
      @username8171 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just bought and tried out my new pair of Specialized expert xc's yesterday. My feet hurt and my toe was numb too on the right foot. Glad I stumbled onto this video, time for the proper setup.

  • @gabrielperdomo1949
    @gabrielperdomo1949 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    For many years I dealt with numbness and knee pain, I thought those were issues I had to deal with. Last week I stumbled into your video and decided to try your method. Whoa no more knee pain or foot numbness! Thank you for the help.

  • @mortifyd4805
    @mortifyd4805 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Having been in Radiology for 12 years now, I can undoubtedly say that this is the most well thought out and proper setup I could ever imagine. I very much appreciate you.

  • @TheBoxFort759
    @TheBoxFort759 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the video. I always new there was a right way, but I never knew how to do it. I used to just take a wild guess and it's no wonder I had knee pain.

  • @ericshirey1320
    @ericshirey1320 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Outstanding summary and demo. I learned a lot about proper fitting that I didn't know and that will make my ride (and foot pain) much better.

  • @amberbenton7658
    @amberbenton7658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for this tutorial on proper alignment of the cleats. I as well had my cleats too far on my tarsals instead of the metatarsals. I will be testing the new position of my cleats this eve when I teach my spin class!

  • @Lonewolf70-
    @Lonewolf70- 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the information. Finally someone who tells where to set up the cleat......had it done according to other videos and my hip and knees hurt like crazy at times, or my left toes would fall asleep.

  • @paolaracheljean-pierre8842
    @paolaracheljean-pierre8842 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was helpful when I installed the cleats on my bike shoes for my Echelon bike. The ergonomic segment about how to measure the rotation of the legs/foot helped me as I have sensitive knees. Thanks

  • @cindyharney6779
    @cindyharney6779 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Super helpful! I’ve only ever ridden with tennis shoes so this is a completely new experience and I don’t even know what I don’t know. I appreciate your thorough explanation!

  • @oxananutes3076
    @oxananutes3076 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This video was so helpful, it stands out of plenty of others trying to explain this topic. Thank you very much!

  • @jamiesatcher4292
    @jamiesatcher4292 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful video. Followed your steps and no more knee strain. Thanks!

  • @DrRusty5
    @DrRusty5 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have just got some cleats for the first tome and it soon become apparent setup wasn't just screw them into the bottom of the shoe. Thank you for such a stirght forward & simple video on how to do this.

  • @The80shilling
    @The80shilling ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you SO much for posting this! I am trying clipless pedals for the first time ever (after 37 years of Mountain Biking) and I was pretty nervous about it, but this guide got me spot-on, first time. I got the Crank Brothers Candy one pedals, and after following your tutorial, everything worked out perfectly! I went out on my usual training loop this morning, and I now can't believe I waited so long to go clipless.

  • @johngannon1
    @johngannon1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Great video. I'm on my first pair of cycling shoes. I checked a lot of my favourite bike channels and this was the best explainer I found. Using a straight edge to get an idea of where the cleat is going to be was the really helpful hint I was looking for. Thanks.

  • @davidmeyr4558
    @davidmeyr4558 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! I'm a new rider and had no clue as to any of this. Now I'll know what to look out for.

  • @thibod07
    @thibod07 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very handy! Thank you ! Now I Feel ready To install my spd cleats on my shoes! I knew some adjustments were required but did not know how! Your video is Surely helping thank you!

  • @MikeWick718
    @MikeWick718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for making this video! Very short, detailed, and straight to the point. Will be adjusting my right shoe to match the slight toe out I have when sitting up on a high stool.

  • @jonny77allison
    @jonny77allison ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. Right amount of useful detail. No unnecessary gub.

  • @melwilliamson5563
    @melwilliamson5563 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the thorough explanation on position. As a newbie to cleats I had no idea where to even begin to position them, so thank you!!

  • @edwardhuddleston1548
    @edwardhuddleston1548 ปีที่แล้ว

    super job. keeping simple but technical enough for people to properly set up there new cleats. I am going to try this video

  • @SJ.8103
    @SJ.8103 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great explanation and easy to follow. Best set up instructions I’ve found

  • @juxtapoz82
    @juxtapoz82 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this. Came across this useful video and wasn’t even looking for it!
    Just ordered new pair of gravel shoes and will definitely set them up properly. I’ve always just screwed them on and hit the road…didn’t know it was so important. Thanks👍

  • @colinbrander3402
    @colinbrander3402 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information. I wished I'd seen it before mounting my cleats. I did have to play around to get them right, but will double check based on this to see if I have it right.

  • @caleb4752
    @caleb4752 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Fantastic video. Clear, succinct, easy to follow instructions. Thank you!

  • @Gamebit450
    @Gamebit450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Informative video ty. Do not run clipless yet but this is good info to know.

  • @ericleszkowicz898
    @ericleszkowicz898 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super useful information. Can’t wait to get mine setup.

  • @mikemoore5168
    @mikemoore5168 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just stumbled across this. Thanks! Solid info./advice. Going to go and install cleats on my new shoes using your method. Cheers!

  • @rayharvey1339
    @rayharvey1339 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video very helpful thanks, I'm a newbie so found your tutorial so easy to follow 😊

  • @davidtimbro3677
    @davidtimbro3677 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your method worked like a charm. Thanks!

  • @carolinebettez
    @carolinebettez ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your simple clear instructions! Zip zap! Installed and very comfortable! 😃

  • @lauramelgarfitness
    @lauramelgarfitness 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was super helpful! Such great tips on installing cleats for a first timer!

  • @jd5787
    @jd5787 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tutorial thanks. I almost got it right in the first attempt ;) I had to use a spacer though as my M520 wouldn't work right out of the box with my cleats... What does it do if I push the cleat more to the top?

  • @urmommgoes2college
    @urmommgoes2college 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This made my indoor cycling experience WAY more enjoyable. No more foot pain & numb toes! Thank you!!!!

  • @kevinkeyes8221
    @kevinkeyes8221 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, as usual! I just bought my first pair of cycling shoes and am looking forward to trying them out.

  • @TheZalaran
    @TheZalaran ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful to have on hand for little ones.

  • @ehcsk
    @ehcsk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent explanation and video! Thank you so much

  • @Simte
    @Simte 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video is so great man. Saludos desde las montañas de Colombia.

  • @kapilajayawardana6883
    @kapilajayawardana6883 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for this, on point short and sweet

  • @rubenvor
    @rubenvor 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tutorial man! Just what I was looking for. Thanks a lot

  • @PAPADPOV
    @PAPADPOV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video James!

  • @italianstallion701
    @italianstallion701 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that was really really easy to follow

  • @michaelhoare5291
    @michaelhoare5291 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Superb "how-to". Many thanks.

  • @RodPagador
    @RodPagador 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very technical but useful info and I was expecting SH56 vs SH51 :)

  • @jkgrooms7864
    @jkgrooms7864 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. That was a great explanation! Thank you!!

  • @user-sl5tg1gw3s
    @user-sl5tg1gw3s 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the tip !
    I'm gonna buy Giro Privateer Lace for my new Trek Checkpoint.

  • @biargeamauri
    @biargeamauri 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video man! Thank you a million.

  • @erics6177
    @erics6177 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought my shoes were just too tight in the toes when I started getting tingling in them when doing a steep hill climb on my NordicTrack s22i, but it was strange that I was fine in spin class. I am definitely going to try this as soon as I get home from work

  • @dongoat4232
    @dongoat4232 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Amazing tutorial!👍

  • @muddyfunker3014
    @muddyfunker3014 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That's a really nicely done video mate, thanks from the UK.
    Very helpful especially to a beginner to SPD shoes and cleats.
    All the best.

  • @jtundermann
    @jtundermann 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So succinct and helpful. Thank you.

  • @balasquin
    @balasquin 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great explanation my man, thank you

  • @jonathanstaley3883
    @jonathanstaley3883 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great idea! Really helps a lot!

  • @jeremiahchacha9668
    @jeremiahchacha9668 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful video. I got the shimano spd 51 cleats for my spin class shoes. Don’t plan on goin outdoors with them. What do you recommend for grease?

  • @thegrowl2210
    @thegrowl2210 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video! Looking forward to getting my first clipless shoes delivered.

    • @Jamesthebikeguy
      @Jamesthebikeguy  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome! Good luck getting yourself set up

  • @cairebrittobarletta
    @cairebrittobarletta ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing explanation! Thanks!

  • @SurreelDP
    @SurreelDP 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Very helpful!

  • @LarryHopper
    @LarryHopper ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for a well done video. What torque wrench are you using?

  • @djrisk
    @djrisk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super helpful, thank you!

  • @battistaverardi1240
    @battistaverardi1240 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the exact same watch. The citizen skyhawk AT titanium. Beautiful watch!!

  • @brookefore4618
    @brookefore4618 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is great info. But I always set my float (rotational alignment) so that the inward float (heels in) stops just before my shoes make contact with my chain stays when the cranks are pointed aft. The degrees of total float are enough to accommodate any difference in my natural foot angle. I don’t see a need to tune that per foot as long as your natural foot position falls within the float range.

  • @TheLuckySasha
    @TheLuckySasha 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks so much for this video!

  • @My911
    @My911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, very helpful.

  • @pauljbird
    @pauljbird ปีที่แล้ว

    Great explanation!

  • @rod1148
    @rod1148 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent presentation. I just replaced my cleats and pedals but the new cleats are a little high off the sole of the shoe producing a little bit of wobble when clipped to the pedal. Do you know of a remedy for this? Thanks

  • @m-w-d-d
    @m-w-d-d 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really helpful. Thanks!

  • @timliscum2861
    @timliscum2861 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice concise video!

  • @hosenozzle387
    @hosenozzle387 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey James! Wondering if you have any suggestions for a budget bike with a one by drive train. I found a few but I’m trying to get some advice.

  • @chuyandbugga
    @chuyandbugga ปีที่แล้ว

    Good tips, thanks!

  • @ETSUBrown8939
    @ETSUBrown8939 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!

  • @edgardocapinpin1974
    @edgardocapinpin1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the instructional video

  • @christianhuber4054
    @christianhuber4054 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, thanks!

  • @noahhomsky
    @noahhomsky 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it fine if the fore/aft position for left and right cleats differs? 1st metatarsal head on my left foot is 2 mm in front in comparison to the right.

  • @juandavidmunoz2781
    @juandavidmunoz2781 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing! Thank you!!

  • @eric714
    @eric714 ปีที่แล้ว

    very helpful.

  • @skiffek
    @skiffek 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips, thx!

  • @ilkertrker
    @ilkertrker ปีที่แล้ว

    That was a good video
    And I have an question?
    I adjusted them but when I ride with my mtb spd shoes then little parts moves. Is it normal?

  • @justinecura9855
    @justinecura9855 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's amazing! Thank you! ❤️

  • @christopherwdunn
    @christopherwdunn ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you.

  • @tim4168
    @tim4168 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Should I aim for the middle or the end of metatarsal (for the biggest finger)?

  • @CharlotteCaniac
    @CharlotteCaniac 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent!

  • @richkufske1484
    @richkufske1484 ปีที่แล้ว

    The metatarsal is a bone in the foot. Do you position at the front of it, essentially where the toe bones meet the metatarsal??

  • @billycolquhoun4264
    @billycolquhoun4264 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Legend, thanks man👍

  • @MiguelAngel1897es
    @MiguelAngel1897es 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does this have to be so complicated and technical? Great video

  • @mexicanmoustache8180
    @mexicanmoustache8180 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANKS! MUCH HELPFUL!

  • @ederler1129
    @ederler1129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m curious to see a review on those shoes. Also wondering if it would be better or different to check the natural rotation of one’s foot in standing vs sitting?

    • @moczikgabor
      @moczikgabor ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wonder whether the distance of the pedals (so called Q-factor) might also have some effect how you hold feet.
      Might be better to unscrew the pedals (mark the distance first on the floor), then clip in, and try to stand on the marks with the shoe+pedal assembly. This might help to adjust the rotation as well, although I don't know how to unclip the shoe without messing up the adjustment. Maybe release it somehow by poking into the right point in the pedal with a screwdriver.

  • @swalstar
    @swalstar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, thank you.

  • @richardianalpuerto2801
    @richardianalpuerto2801 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much🙏🙏

  • @markclement3959
    @markclement3959 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks very much. could spend more time with the straight edge positioning the cleat. the tip of the cleat just outside of the straightedge???

  • @nonobebert7646
    @nonobebert7646 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which part of the cleat should be behind the 3rd metatarsal ? The bolts ?

  • @cripmeister9104
    @cripmeister9104 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thanks

  • @gnatman1102
    @gnatman1102 ปีที่แล้ว

    I must be doing it incorrectly. When I position the cleat just behind the line from the 1st and 5th metatarsal, it positions the forward portion of the arch of my foot over the pedal spindle. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

  • @Klaista2k1
    @Klaista2k1 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How do you locate your metatarsals?

  • @ludvigjaderberg2086
    @ludvigjaderberg2086 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My "metatarsal line" runs behind the backmost point where the cleats can be installed, so I can't install them behind my third metatarsal. Have I bought the wrong shoes for my feet? Or is it more likely that l have misunderstood where my metatarsals are located?

  • @RogerDeats1
    @RogerDeats1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Useful (very), Thanks 😃

  • @erikahall560
    @erikahall560 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much! I thought numb toes was just a thing that happened.

  • @jan-erikohliw246
    @jan-erikohliw246 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Now i know👍

  • @bumbyahero4866
    @bumbyahero4866 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching. Very helpful

  • @RuiSilvaPT
    @RuiSilvaPT ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice!!

  • @DavidWilliams-jp3fo
    @DavidWilliams-jp3fo ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thank you for sharing. Do you remember what the torque specifications were?

  • @lizzypicardi
    @lizzypicardi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, liked and subbed