Specifically for stopping pronation. I like my times a lot but I can roll my foot inward a bit when I am really workign hard. after 2 x 20s my knees can be a bit tender.
Thanks guys,
Dan
www.aiatriathlon.com
Depends on what Shimano and what Time. The RSX platform really does better with a solid shoe (the Equipe did not have this issue). SPD’s on the other hand are terrible for roll and hot spots. I have been on RSX now for a few years, I do however keep Equipe pedals on my Fixie and will use the Equipe for Crits - just for the more stable platform.
By SPDs I am ass-u-ming that you mean the moutain bike pedals and not the 105-Ult-DA pedals. Or have you had hot spots with those as well?
Never had a hot spot with carbon soles and spd (egg beaters)
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Now I haven’t been on Time for a long…time… but they USED to be the only pedal with lateral float. Meaning the cleat could slide side to side in the pedal as well as rotate. All other pedals just twisted and could not move side to side.
That can easily cause problems for the knees. I loved it and wish I still had my old Time’s, but many people had problems with it. So if your pedals have lateral float, SPD’s could be better for you.
Also, look at some sort of insert. Pedaling a bicycle is not what our feet were built for so the fixed position of the foot can cause problems for people. Especially if your stroke is bad. I’ve always said that shoes, saddles and fit make or break a bike. Assuming you spent time and $ on finding the right saddle, and the proper fit, why not spend the same on shoes? changing insoles in a shoe can really change the fit and feel. It can also position your foot properly to help avoid trouble. Once you find a insole that works, buy a bunch of them… or maybe you’ve already done that.
But take a look at the lateral float issue… see if you can switch with a friend for a hard ride and see if that helps.