Polo pedals/shoes

I'm finally considering some real pedals and shoes to help hop around (flats and straps ain't quite cutting it).

On a side note I have 100km ride in June and would want something that's pretty easy to swap from polo-roadie. I've seen a few people with 'custom' shoes. How's that done!?

Budget isn't too much of an issue, however I do want something durable and that looks quite nice.

As ever, thanks in advance for all your knowledge.

Something like this:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-pd-m520-pedals/

I'd be interested to hear if anyone's used or had problems with these

They're cheap and reliable, I've been riding SPDs for longer than Luca's been alive. Quite a few folk like Time's ATAC system though.

For "custom" shoes, have a look here.

Spd's are fine, very cheap, cleats last a long time. There is a difference between multi release cleats (which come out in any direction if you pull hard enough) and nonM (which only come out with a side twist)... Depends if you worry more about not being able to unclip fast enough or unclip ping by mistake... Some say starting with M is easier, most end up with nM.

Atac are generally said to be better, but cost multiples more, both the pedals and more importantly the cleats which will also wear faster.

Not sure custom shoes will be good for a hundred miler, a proper light road shoe is soooo worth it for longer distances.

Great info. Probably go for some m520s in that case, alongside some cheapish shoes. Maybe the 661 filters

I'm size 8 if anyone's selling (will take tired ones for the conversion ting)

If they are mainly for polo, go Time. They are better for polo, even the single release SPD cleats will unclip when you don't want it.

Ben il have. Pair shimano spd very good conditions going for 4 tyzkie beers

Hi guys, looking for some time Atac pedals and even a pair of cycling shoes size 9/10 to equip my new bike. Anyone got a set they would sell?

There are some alliums selling in the Northwest market place for £20, you might be able to convince him to post.

Tony, Cheers I'll catch you some point next week with some tinnies.

I've got some pretty worn out Sidi Dominators (eu 43) you can have for a few beers. The soles are worn down though so if you're walking around the cleats get worn away super quick. They'd be good for your 100 miler though then you could get something more casual for polo.

Ben I might have a spare pair of spd pedals my box, if you want to them out.

Yes have pedals, have put them my bag.

Got a pair of pedals on their way.
I am at the mercy of Her Majesties finest postal service.

You need cleats ?

I think there's some coming with...