No. The release tension is really low and not adjustable, even with the regular cleats swapped. Fine on MTB but I wouldn't ride brakless with them. The xc8 (and maybe 6?) You can tighten the release up with a little screw and they feel much more like the old aliums.
I need another set of ATACS.
What’s the verdict on these Time XC2 pedals? Are they worthy substitutes for the discontinued Aliums?