Look Keo Classic

Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
Just bought these pedals. They are my first clipless pedals, but I have to say I already love them. They are very easy to get in and out of but still feel secure and well connected, even under hard pedaling.

Strengths:
Easy in and out.

Weaknesses:
Haven't noticed any yet, but time will tell.

Price Paid:  $86.00 at Plano Cycling and Fi

Bike Setup:
2006 Cannondale Six13, full Campy Record, Ritchey Stem/seatpost, Flite seat, Easton EC90 carbon bars

Summary:
I am a life long Look pedal user and an active road racer. Here's why this pedal is great...it interfaces with the shoe via the same cleat as the more expensive carbon pedal. What more do you need to know? That means, other than spring tension and adjustments that 99% of the riding public won't use or need, it is essentially the SAME pedal.

Strengths:
I weigh 215lbs and stomp onthe pedals..never a problem. The plastic body doesn't SQUEAK like metal bodied pedals do when wet.

Weaknesses:
none...maybe that they are a single sided entry and take getting used to.

Similar Products Used:
Look PP206 (the predecessor of the Classic Keo); Look 396 (squeaky, more expensive Looks).

Price Paid:  $50.00 at craigslist

Favorite Ride:
Fixed

Bike Setup:
Typical custom homebrew fixie with a crazy mix of components.

Summary:
Everyone else on here is right. Easy in and out, smooth, pretty light, and strong for being plastic. I was a little skeptical about that and thought they might flex or something but they are stiff.

Since I'm riding fixed, I was also worried that I'd come unclipped while resisting to stop or pulling up on them to skip stop, skid or bunny hop but these pedals actually made it easier to do all those things and it didn't feel like my foot was going to pop out when pulling straight up on them.

Advice: If you have never ridden clipless before, practice getting in and out of them BEFORE you go ride. I lost my balance and tipped over 3 times while track standing because I wasn't used to it and couldn't get out fast enough.

I was using them with Sidi Raiden shoes.

Similar Products Used:
First clipless.
Had been riding platforms because I hate trying to get my foot into toe clips. Just can't handle that for some reason.

Price Paid:  $100.00 at performance bike

Favorite Ride:
tiburon loop

Bike Setup:
2008 cannondale six13 3 (ultegra group, dura-ace rear) 48 cm

Summary:
i've only just put these on my bike, so the review is 'so far.' will update with longer rides.

just wanted to give the thumbs-up, though, compared to more expensive and heavier models (doh) and less expensive and VERY poorly reviewed models. these are easy to clip in and out for a newbie and feel light, solid and powerful.

Strengths:
easy to get in and out. durable construction. light. not too expensive.

did i mention they're easy to clip in and clip out? gives me confidence.

Weaknesses:
none so far

Similar Products Used:
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Price Paid:  $70.00 at Performance

Favorite Ride:
22 Mile Ride through the country

Bike Setup:
Specialized Allez, Ultegra Components, Shimano Wheels, Koobi seat

Summary:
I first tried the perrformance brand pedals and couildn't get my feet out of them. I took them back and picked up a pair of Keo Classics. I feel in love with them as soon as I used them. I had never used clipless pedals and didn't know if I'd like them or not. These are a great choice for someone who wants to try them out and for someone who is looking for a smooth entry and exit pedal. I haven't had one un-clip on me and they feel very secure.

Strengths:
Price, weight, looks are important too.

Weaknesses:
None so far.

Similar Products Used:
Tried the forte brand (mistake)