I-Clic Carbon Titanium Pedals

Time has also moved towards an oversized platform, a slightly narrower 52mm width but a longer cleat bed at 75mm. The longer, narrower shape doesn’t feel quite as stable as the Blade, and once the cleats wore in we did experience a little rocking. Despite being longer than the Blades, the titanium axled I-Clics have a much more open design, and weigh slightly less at 182g a pair. The entry-level Fibreflex versions (£82.99) are 260g a pair.

Cycling Equipment For Beginner

Cycling, more than many other sports, is equipment-centric. I am of the minimalist school – you don’t need a host of fancy gear to get started. Add those later.

What’s the minimum gear needed? Here’s my list:

New Shimano DURA-ACE wheels and pedals

As seen in the pro races this year (pictured, Juan Antonio Flecha of Team SKY), Shimano have now released their DURA-ACE wheels and pedals. This includes 24mm & 54mm carbon laminated aluminium rims and a 35min carbon aluminium rim and 35mm and 50mm full carbon tubular rims.

The DURA-ACE carbon composite SPD-SL pedals weigh in at 248gram a pair.


DURA-ACE Specs:


PD-7900
• DURA-ACE carbon composite SPD-SL pedals
• Maintaining all SPD-SL features and benefits
• Weight: 248g per pair
• Availability in the market: September 2010