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Paul Whitcomb
a Weekend Warrior
from Stoneham, MA.Date Reviewed: March 4, 2008
Strengths: Compact and strongWeaknesses: Sealing system could be improved, material for allen nuts that hold pedal body-halves together should be strongerBottom Line: Had them for a few years before I got around to regreasing and resealing them. I donly do about 1-20 miles a week so I thought I could get away with this. The right pedal got some sand inside it, so I tried to take it apart. The 2.5mm allan wrench stripped the hex heads on the bolts that hold the top and bottom of pedal together.
Favorite Trail: Moose Run, Wellington State Park
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$199.00
Purchased At: Performance Bicycle
Similar Products Used: VP
Bike Setup: 2001 Raleigh M80.
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Phok Iou
a Cross Country Rider
from NorthpoleDate Reviewed: May 15, 2007
Strengths: Simplicity
Ease of I/O
Lightweight
Easy on the kneesWeaknesses: Expensive ?
Bottom Line: I've used Speedplays on my road bike first ( have them for 16 years ! )
then I tried the Frogs. Didn't have to adjust , I was used to the "ice" feeling.
I often ride on snow and mud and they are very good at this , no mechanical involved, easy to In/Out.
I own 4 pairs of frog , one on each bike. Changed the bearings every few years and the cleat every year or so.
Depending on your shows, the cleat will get chewed if there is not very much rubber. The cleat is a bit thick so your cleat will have more life if you choose a thicker sole on your shoe. If not , change the cleat every year and all is good.
Very very recomended. If yo guys like the foge , you will love the X road!!
and vice versa......
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: SPD
Bike Setup: HT , SS ,
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Aaron
a Cross Country Rider
from Arroyo Grande, CA, USADate Reviewed: November 18, 2006
Strengths: Light weight (211 grams on my digital scale). Simple setup. Easy on the knees. Quick and easy engagement and disengagement. Durable.Weaknesses: Not inexpensive. Lack of an audible "click" when engaging.Bottom Line: I have ridden by original Ti Frogs for over 5 years, having rebuilt them once and replaced the cleats about once a year. I originally purchased these due to knee pains with my SPDs. The super-light weight also appealled to me. You quickly get used to the "riding on ice cube" feel of the free float and exit is a snap with no spring tension to hold you back. Entry is also very easy as the cleat seems to just "find" the pedal (unlike the Candies I'm currently riding with). I only wish there was more audible feedback upon engagement, but overall an excellent pedal set.
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Purchased At: Art's Cyclery
Similar Products Used: SPDs and Crank Brother Candies.
Bike Setup: Specialized FSR
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RJ
a
from Tucson, AZDate Reviewed: April 17, 2006
Strengths: Ease of entry and exit
Bomb Proof
Knee Friendly
SIMPLICITY!!!
WeightWeaknesses: Hard to set up
Great Company - Bad instructions and little product support -Bottom Line: I'm not usually a huge MTBR fan as too many riders jump to conclusions about products, after one bad experience or using a product for purposes of than intended; however this product warrents a review. I bought these pedals after having minor knee surgery and wanted to reduce stress during healing. The float and slightly reduced Q-Angle were indeed helpful, but unwanted releases, impossible entries, and terrifying releases plagued these pedals from the start and I switched back to my Egg Beaters.
From time to time I would try these pedals again and adjust the cleat screw (G3 cleat) and increase the pressure. It was harder to get in but seemed to hold a bit better. I would still think I was clipped in and suddenly release. The pedals were destined for E-Bay.
I tried making the screw very loose until I had a friction free feeling. I could then just step down like a normal pedal and click I was in. They were effortless. I read an MTBR review about using door ease stick lub and this further helped performance. Turning the screw a fraction can drastically change how the pedals function and THIS IS KEY!! Effortless entry=effortless exit. Once you have that down you've got a great pedal. Now it's time to get used to the float and concentrate on good pedaling technique.
Now I use these pedals exclusively and am very happy. I was always a bit nervous riding along edges, super technical situations, steep uphill switchbacks, and rock gardens lined with cactus and rattlesnakes, since even the best pedals like Egg Beaters or Times had once and a while let me down on slow speed exiting. Releasing and entering are now effortless and reliable and have actually improved my confidence, riding, and sore knee.
I have not used them in any real mud, snow, or east coast conditions so I can't say how well or poor they shed.
Great product, but you need to tune them and Speedplay should stop thinking that the screw is factory set. I've helped other Frog owners with the same problems adjust and enjoy their pedals. Froggies also have a strange cult following of elite racers down to beginners that love these pedals, and now I know why.
Favorite Trail: Ringwood, NJ, Lugano CH, Fruita CO
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Similar Products Used: Egg Beaters, SPDs, Ritcheys, Wellgo, BeeBops, Time
Bike Setup: Weight Weenie
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Larry
a Racer
from Stamford, CTDate Reviewed: September 23, 2005
Bottom Line: I have mixed feelings on these pedals. Since they are the only pedals I’ve ever owned it’s hard to compare them with anything else. I’ve ridden on these for 4 years. I use these on both my hardtail to race and FS trail bike. So they have seen everything from 24hr racing to a mild downhilling. I’ve had to replace the bodies 3 times and the cleats twice (I think that’s normal for the area and amount of riding I do). They are very easy to maintain yourself. I like the free floating feel, however sometimes I wish that I had less. I’ve ruined the float stop (the little lip on the pedal that prevents your heal from turning too far) in during a crash. I was a little surprised, but glad that the pedal broke and not my knee. I still rode the pedals for a few weeks until the new bodies delivered and installed. Overall I would have to say I am pretty satisfied with them. They are light, they take lots of abuse and have never completely crapped out on me. The only negative is that it can be tough to get parts if you don’t have a dealer in your area.
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$150.00
Purchased At: LBS
Bike Setup: Klien Attitude Comp and Intense Tracer
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