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How To Fit An SPD SL Cleat To A Cycling Shoe

How To Fit An SPD SL Cleat To A Cycling Shoe
Bikes are very intricate pieces of engineering. Each individual component fits together and the whole bike just seems to work perfectly. Of course, the complications start when you add a rider, particularly if that rider isn’t a regular shape, size or weight.
It can be a bit of a butterfly effect. Change one small thing to fit the rider and it will have a ripple effect that, potentially, could lead to some major changes elsewhere on the bike.
One such thing are the cleats on cycling shoes. The perceived correct position is very much dependant on several other things being correct: so for example, saddle height, saddle fore and aft position, crank length, and Mars being in the correct alignment with the sun.
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  • @CynthiaS1951
    @CynthiaS19516 жыл бұрын

    Best instructional video for cleat placement I’ve seen! Thank you, Leonard!

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Cynthia. Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

  • @martinlp1018
    @martinlp10184 жыл бұрын

    Great video with easy step-by-step instructions. Answers the title of the video perfectly. Thank you very much

  • @guydavis9537
    @guydavis95373 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making cleat fitting understandable! I LOVE your videos, they’re so helpful for newbies.

  • @camisetasbarbarroja
    @camisetasbarbarroja3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for this video, been struggling with knee pain since I started using clipless pedals a few weeks ago, I tried adjusting them following other videos but it didn't help. After doing it exactly as you show in your video, not only the pain is gone, but I also feel my feet in a much more comfortable position while biking.

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad to help.

  • @rickandrachcousins1780
    @rickandrachcousins17803 жыл бұрын

    Great vid, will be using this method on my first pair of cleats + shoes for Christmas! 👌👍

  • @drewsmedley2806

    @drewsmedley2806

    3 жыл бұрын

    Me too!

  • @kingx3728
    @kingx37284 жыл бұрын

    This has been the best video so far, straight to the point. Thank you

  • @ciaranflanagan6693
    @ciaranflanagan66933 жыл бұрын

    And finally a video that makes it easily understood. Cheers pal.

  • @bongy1974
    @bongy19744 жыл бұрын

    Most straightforward video yet, just wasn’t exactly sure which point on the cleat had to line up with the mark on the side of the shoe?

  • @abehaile2659

    @abehaile2659

    3 жыл бұрын

    SAME! 😳 That tip alone was so helpful

  • @roxic1212
    @roxic12126 жыл бұрын

    So much knowledge given out. Thank u I've been having trouble setting up my cleats.

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Hope it helps set your cleats up.

  • @fourlapfever
    @fourlapfever5 жыл бұрын

    a few month's back I ordered a nice pair of shimano carbon shoes and the spd sl cleats...I used them for around 3 weeks after carefully setting them up but and a BIG but I couldn't get used to them after my normal spd cleats...I didn't feel safe in them which I think came from the extra stiffness of the shoe...I immediately went and ordered 'normal' shimano' shoes with my favoured spd cleats...the carbon ones are currently for sale in my favourite specialized dealer in heraklio!!!!

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    5 жыл бұрын

    I also used to ride with SPDs and liked them well enough until I swapped over to the SPD SLs. They feel like I am much more connected to the pedal and able to pull up with more power. Each to their own, I suppose.

  • @fourlapfever

    @fourlapfever

    5 жыл бұрын

    so very true.....

  • @nishidnarotamo6986
    @nishidnarotamo69865 жыл бұрын

    Simple and straightforward explanation. Thank you

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad to help. Thanks for watching.

  • @markhancock7527
    @markhancock75273 жыл бұрын

    Best one I've seen on this subject.

  • @sasman63
    @sasman634 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant instructional video. Well said and easy to understand....p.s I've just started road cycling always rode downhill/xc so totally different discipline

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Enjoy!

  • @MisterMetopen
    @MisterMetopen4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much. It helps me a lot.

  • @brendan.rebello
    @brendan.rebello2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video.

  • @ltkenbo
    @ltkenbo5 жыл бұрын

    Wow excellent and simple explanation! Thanks!

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Kenneth.

  • @luigimucciolone7664
    @luigimucciolone76645 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your help mate.Much appreciated.Greetings from Melbourne 🚴🏻‍♂️

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Luigi.

  • @lionelpayette4628
    @lionelpayette46286 жыл бұрын

    Great information Leonard, I use the same yellow #11 SPD cleats. Cheers.

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Lionel.

  • @juliannworden9067
    @juliannworden90674 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful, thanks!!

  • @silvanah.t.3693
    @silvanah.t.36933 жыл бұрын

    Realy love that Video, thanks for that

  • @Kitiwake
    @Kitiwake3 жыл бұрын

    Cycling shoes would be a good topic.

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’ve got something along those lines in the pipeline. Stay tuned!

  • @ixmemphis
    @ixmemphis Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Leonard, very instructive, while the first time I went to a bike fit for the cleats, I discover that with the progress of my riding, that position is no longer good, and I wanted to try to do it myself, while I managed to remove any discomfort in the saddle and my legs and knees, the only issue I’m having is with my left foot, the ball and most important my toes get numb after a few miles riding, it goes away if I stop and place my feet in the ground for a couple of minutes, any advice on how to make this disappear? It is the only thing that is stopping me to ride miles and miles without stopping I’m afraid! Thank you in advance!

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds to me like you might not have the cleats in quite the right position and/ or you shoes might not fit properly.

  • @ixmemphis

    @ixmemphis

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jollygoodvelo I think I’m aiming for both, my left foot is wider and usually for regular shoes is the one when I get tired after a long walk/hike since I was a child, I will try to find some wider shoes, maybe try something for Santic (not the Alpha 2.0 though) and see what happens! Thanks a lot Leonard!!! 👍🏻

  • @awesumpowerz6805
    @awesumpowerz68056 жыл бұрын

    Good Stuff Sir!!!

  • @Shauncat1
    @Shauncat15 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant!!

  • @jtucker4462
    @jtucker44622 жыл бұрын

    Still waiting for Mars to be in the correct alignment with the sun… 🔭

  • @leocheng9428
    @leocheng94283 жыл бұрын

    wow great

  • @fixfix980
    @fixfix9802 жыл бұрын

    I have Shimano shoes with Shimano yellow cleats. The problem is, when I push the cleats all the way forward its still doesn't line up with the ball of the big toe. Wtf.?

  • @Sturmhawke
    @Sturmhawke6 жыл бұрын

    Great advice. I recently lost a couple of the bolts on my cleats so need to replace them. This video will help thanks. Any chance of a beginners guide to turbo trainers, what to look for when buying one, how to set a bike up on it, tips for training etc? Thanks

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    6 жыл бұрын

    +Sturmhawke I’ve already made a film about explaining the different turbo trainers so please take a look at that. Thanks for the suggestions for the other films: I I will certainly look in to that so please stay tuned!

  • @Sturmhawke

    @Sturmhawke

    6 жыл бұрын

    leonardmlee Thank you Leonard. All the best.

  • @kaffycent11878
    @kaffycent118784 жыл бұрын

    guys please help. I can't get the midpoint of the cleat to align with my arch line I made.

  • @Saltydog547
    @Saltydog5473 жыл бұрын

    Just a dumb question. If you are not cycling at super speed, is there any benefit of using clipless pedal versus normal flat pedal? My average speed is around 28km/hr to 30km/hr

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s not a dumb question at all. Firstly I would say that your average speed is slightly above what most recreational cyclists would ride at so you are already getting towards ‘super speed’. If you are not already using clipless pedals it might not necessarily help you ride faster but may help smooth out your pedal strokes. I also find that being able to pull up on the pedal really helps when climbing.

  • @purpleaki7135
    @purpleaki71356 жыл бұрын

    I use MTB cleats on my road bike, much easier to walk around with. I'm curious as to what do you think about wheels. My road bike is £750 and the rear hubs on my 2 budget wheel sets are constantly breaking down, given the price of the bike what do you think is a reasonable spend to replace them? Currently have Shimano RS010 and RS11.

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi Nigel, I also used to ride SPDs back in the day. Double sided pedals made it much easier to clip in. I certainly noticed a big difference when I swapped over to SPD SLs. The larger surface made it feel like I had a lot more power on the up-stroke. As for wheels, if they were the original ones that came with a £750 they won’t be the best quality. Not surprised they keep breaking down, especially considering the mileage you do. I would suggest getting a set of hand made wheels with some decent hubs. They might cost you around £300/£400 but they would be worth it.

  • @purpleaki7135

    @purpleaki7135

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Leonard, maybe one day i will try road bike pedals but for now the ease of walking around outweigh any marginal gains. Thanks for the advice of the wheels i will start my search in the morning. I do about 14-16000kms a year so maybe its time to invest. That's a subject (wheels) I don't think you've touched on? Have you?

  • @Godspeed961
    @Godspeed9613 жыл бұрын

    This is my first day on spds. Iam bored to do all this stuff. if the cleat is wrong how i will find it out? i will ride few days to have better conclusions.

  • @jollygoodvelo

    @jollygoodvelo

    3 жыл бұрын

    You should feel a big difference in your pedalling, especially on the up stroke. You may have to experiment with the position a little but it will help you, I promise.

  • @Godspeed961

    @Godspeed961

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@jollygoodvelo After 4 months i done it. but i think its wrong. 2:42 i put the ruler on the inside area of the shoe . I have to do it again? My LF is 19.2cm RF 19.5 cm. i have to draw the line at 20.5cm for both feet? My LF rotating to the left, i have to rotate the shoe to the left too or opposite direction??

  • @fmc6338
    @fmc63386 жыл бұрын

    Could never get my spd to fit without pain

  • @wvg3
    @wvg34 жыл бұрын

    o

  • @s.vektor
    @s.vektor3 жыл бұрын

    I was searching for the German SPD political party 😁

  • @carlomariamosco

    @carlomariamosco

    2 жыл бұрын

    Vergiss es, SPD as linke Partei ist schon lange tot und begraben

  • @lovenottheworld5723
    @lovenottheworld57234 жыл бұрын

    That's too much trouble. Just fiddle with it until it feels right.