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SHIMANO SPD-SL Cleat Set SHIMANO SPD-SL Cleat Set

SHIMANO SPD-SL Cleat Set

SHIMANO SPD-SL Cleat Set SHIMANO SPD-SL Cleat Set
$ 26.39

Score By Feature

Based on 4,228 ratings
Delivery
9.77
Customer service
9.79
Packaging
9.59
Value for money
9.46

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Product Description

Bike traction can be improved by taking a walk.
Rather than the pedal, the plastic cleat wears out.
SM-SH12 is the Shimano reference number.

Questions & Answers

What's the difference between fixed and self-aligning alignment? Sorry, I'm not familiar with clipless and have no idea what I'm talking about. ?

Isaac seems to have a good handle on the situation. For those who are new to clipless pedals, a small amount of float is beneficial. Otherwise, the "fixed" must be done on a trial basis. erroneous fashion

What's the difference between the blue ones and the ones that aren't blue? (Red indicates that something is fixed.) AND is the SH11 = SH56 (multi-) (yellow = float) AND is the SH11 = SH56 (multi-) (yellow = float release)?

Hello there,br>The color indicates how much float is present. The ability to wiggle your foot before unclipping is known as float. br>Yellow is 6 degrees, red is 0 degrees, and blue is 2 degrees. br>Hope this helpsbr>Skate bike

Is it possible to use these with Lake CX? shimano spd-237 and shimano spd- 550?

Yes, I'd say. The shoes have three holes and SPD cleats.

Is it possible to use this with 105 pedals?

If you're talking about the current generation of PD- They'll work fine with the 5700 105 pedals, which are compatible with all Shimano SPD-equipped bikes. SL pedals are a type of pedal. br>There are three different types of cleats (RED SM- RED SM- RED SM- RED SM- RED SM- RED SM- BLUE SM-SH10, SH10, SH10, SH10, SH10, SH10, SH SM-YELLOW SH12, SH12, SH12, SH12, SH12, SH12, SH12, SH11) has float angles of 0, 2, and 8 degrees and is SPD-compatible. SL pedals are a type of pedal.

Selected User Reviews For SHIMANO SPD-SL Cleat Set

You've got to get a lot better at making these
3/5

I only wore my new cleats once before realizing the blue side of the cleat had broken off when I returned home from my bike ride. Is this for real? After the first use You've got to get a lot better at making these. They're supposed to be tough enough to last a long time, especially if you use cleat covers, which I do. I contacted the seller to see if he would replace the cleat so that I could have one that works properly. Let's see how things go. After my bike ride, I snapped some photos of the cleat.

Wesley Mullins
Wesley Mullins
| Sep 30, 2021
They aren't worth buying
3/5

I seriously doubt this is a Shimano product due to the poor quality. My first pair of cleats had a three-year lifespan. In the attached photo, these are two months old. They're a complete waste of time. When clipping in or out, they fall apart and aren't as stiff as the original cleat. They aren't worth buying.

Baylor Kaiser
Baylor Kaiser
| Feb 02, 2021
It's a rip-off of Shimano
3/5

Not at all what they said. They were advertised as Shimano products, but they aren't. I bought a low-cost Chinese knockoff. Be careful who you buy from. br>br>Recent changes: br>br> 16 December 2017 Both cleats have already been broken after three rides. My previous Shimano cleats had served me well for eight years.

Jonathan Stewart
Jonathan Stewart
| Jan 24, 2021
The design allows for quick lock-up
5/5

in addition to pedaling when the brakes are not fully engaged. I'm not sure how to explain it, but I get the impression that other designs prevent me from cranking up unless I'm fully locked in, whereas the Shimanos allow me to do so regardless of whether I'm locked in or not. Stay with me for a moment. The critical issue during club rides when starting from a stop at a red light/stop sign is being able to speed up and get through the intersection instead of holding back the people behind you while fooling with lock-on. In my experience, the Shimano design is the most appropriate for the situation - Even if you're not locked in, you can pedal because of the wide design. I've been wearing these for about three years (this is my third pair) and have gotten quite good at quick lock-ups. But, on occasion, I simply pedal through an intersection, and the wide triangle design prevents me from slipping off the pedal as easily as with other designs. I've seen people in the middle of an intersection holding back other riders while fumbling with their pedals, rather than simply pedaling first and locking in on the other side. I believe Shimano pedals are the best design for allowing pedaling when not fully locked and also quick lock-in.

Arturo HOWELLS
Arturo HOWELLS
| Nov 24, 2021
This is my third pair, and they are just as good as the first two
5/5

I'm a cyclist with high-end tastes, but I'm also a dog lover. the budget of the catcher I've learned over the years to stay away from cheap items because they don't last and thus don't save money. Cycling consumables are a perfect example of this. My Giro race shoes are nearly ten years old, but they look and perform like new thanks to a thorough cleaning and polishing. I've been replacing the cleats that came with them with the cleats shown here after they wore out after a couple of seasons. br>br>In this comment section, there is some debate over whether or not these cleats are fake. I haven't found any evidence of this, but I am aware that the Chinese are capable of flawless replication of almost anything. It doesn't matter if they're fake or not in this case because they perform and last just like the originals they're replacing. I'm on my third set of replacement cleats from this source, and they, like the others, fit my Giro shoes perfectly, fit my Dura Ace pedals perfectly, and last a long time - a maximum of two seasons of moderate-intensity-intensity-inten riding on a flat surface They come highly recommended from me.

Danny Giles
Danny Giles
| Aug 28, 2021
These are the cleats that are of higher quality
5/5

SPD is divided into two categories. I can't believe there are still SL cleats on the market, especially since one of them has been unofficially recalled. THESE ARE THE ONE'S TO WATCH OUT FOR! They perform admirably, and despite the fact that all cleats eventually wear out, these remain remarkably durable. My most recent pair lasted me the entire season. To wear them down, it took nearly 2000 miles and a lot of walking! br>br>The cleats come with all of the necessary washers and bolts to install them in your SPD-style shoes. Shoe that is SL compatible. Just make sure you do your homework and align them correctly, or you'll end up with foot issues. The pressure should be applied to the ball of your foot while pedaling! Oh, and re-re-re-re-re-re-re-re-re-re-re-re-re If you don't check the tightness of the bolts on a regular basis, you might lose some. br>br>The 6 DEGREE FLOAT feature is essentially a design feature that allows your feet to rotate a bit laterally while still being securely clipped in. While keeping your feet to the pedal, this allows your feet, ankles, and legs to assume a more comfortable position during the ride. If you're not a pro, I'd recommend these cleats over others that don't have 6D FLOAT simply because they're more comfortable. Despite the float, they keep your feet secure, and I've been pleased with them. br>br>Here's something to keep in mind: The good cleats have a longer yellow front lip and a smooth section between the two back bolt cutouts. In between the cut-outs on the bad ones, there's a ridged section. Be careful, you don't want to end up with the bad ones!.

Anakin Reid
Anakin Reid
| Nov 08, 2021
They are counterfeit; only purchase from Shamano as a seller
3/5

This seller is selling fugazi pedals, which are a type of counterfeit Shimano pedal. Cleats broke within an hour of my bike being fitted, and I can only blame myself for not conducting due diligence on the seller (I thought I was buying from Shimano). Caveat Emptor, don't lose your money. Check for a circular mold print; if there isn't one, it isn't a genuine Shimano.

Giuliana RAHMAN
Giuliana RAHMAN
| Jun 10, 2021
Once (or twice) a year, I buy a brand new set
5/5

I buy a new pair every year because I like how they allow your foot to rotate and align on the pedals. I don't wear them out by riding on them; instead, I walk on them. I don't mind having to clip on and off cleat covers when I'm walking in my cycling shoes because they're only a few dollars more than a new pair every year. br>br>9/12/16 Update: My cleats are wearing out much faster now that I'm riding more. My previous set only lasted about 6 months, and based on my mileage ridden, that corresponds to when I first reviewed them and stated that they had been a year. They serve their purpose admirably, but I've finally succumbed and purchased a pair of walking cleat covers. These things wear out when you walk and your foot makes contact with the pavement, not when you rub your pedals. I'll keep my five-star rating, but keep in mind that these are consumable items that will need to be replaced on a regular basis.

Adeline Fletcher
Adeline Fletcher
| Mar 29, 2021

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