john

Steve, Very good, thanks for also agreeing and adding more considerations. Probably an important discussion.

Since clipless pedals aren't going away at the track, once again, I will re-iterate: accidental release from clipless pedals is best prevented by having large rotation angle before release. this may be new to some but I am not (or not the only one) pulling it out of my ass; other coaches , bicycle technical experts (whatever the hell that means) have stated this as well.

And once again in my opinion, granted not coming from a top racer or someone who trains much, but most of the time i manage to not be an idiot: is that ATAC are a very secure AND safe pedal. Large rotation 17 deg before release. Strong brass cleats that relatively don't wear out or when they do, don't develop little wear ridges or slop, rounded edges so that when you want to get out or need to get out, you will. I am a little jaded though about locking my feet into pedals or cranking up the release tension, something about almost losing a leg will do that to you :)

Anyway see you all out at the track Saturday !

Steve Brown wrote:
Just because you think your road or mountain pedals are secure because they have never accidently release, the track is very different. One can never be too cautious with regard to being secure in your pedals. Having two brakes and a free wheel is very different. Having no where to go or other riders present is very different. Riding a bigger fixed gear is very different. Mike's advice is very clear and much easier to understand than when he is asking if you have a ride home or want them bring an ambulance.

Steve Brown

john m schmidt, pe
portland oregon