Best Pedals in 2013….!!

The July edition of Cycling Plus surveyed the market for pedals.  The winner was the Time Xpresso 6.

They weigh 210gms but I see that they make Xpresso pedals as light as 155g a pair.

This is what the magazine had to say in their summary:-

Time Expresso 6 pedals offer more features with lower weight and great durability, and all at a price that wont make your eyes water.  For the rider new to the world of clipless pedals they offer a huge range of lateral and rotational float – which helps you avoid any biomechanical issues – whilst their easily adjustable release tension will suit learners and more experienced cyclists alike.  Improved cleat engagement and strength are a step up over previous Times, and the only downside is that their lack of mass means they dont always hang down perfectly.  Apart from that the Xpresso 6 delivers a cutting edge performance in a featherlight package.

The description in the Review said:-

The Xpresso 6 is the lightest conventional pedal on test, largely due to the use of a carbon leaf spring instead of coiled steel.  This remains in the open position until the cleat is engaged, when it snaps closed, providing a a +/- 5 degrees of smooth angular float, 2.5mm of lateral float, and great security.  The cleats allow you two Q factor options (the distance between your pedals), are positive in use and stand up to a lot of abuse, which the stainless steel protected enlarged pedal platform shrugs off with ease.  But their lack of weight and improved bearing seals do mean they have a habit of not hanging down to assist engagement.

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