Oil, WD-40, or wet chain lubes should never be used as they attract dirt and debris. If the cleats are not lubricated adequately, the springs will not open and close properly. Second, the cleats must be lubricated regularly with a dry-type lube that contains Teflon or PTFE. Ed is welcome to call Speedplay for a more in-depth explanation about the differences.) (As a side note, the Zero springs are less susceptible to over-tightening and considerably more durable than the springs in the X Series cleats. If the cleat springs open and close freely, this is not the cause. Consumers are welcome to call Speedplay’s technical support for additional assistance at 1-80. This information is also available on the Speedplay web site. Installation instructions are included with all Speedplay pedal systems and cleat sets. Too much tightening torque will bind the cleat springs and prevent them from working properly. Most important is that the eight cleat-fastening screws should not be over-tightened. There are three possible causes for this.įirst, all Speedplay pedal users should make sure that the cleats are installed properly each time. This will occur only if the cleat spring is prevented from opening and closing properly. What might I be doing wrong? What advice would you give? I’ll continue to pony up for the cleats because I like the pedals that much, but wanted to see if the Zinn Master had any magic bullets.Ĭleat springs should never break. I called Excel and they had no answers but did say that switching to the ‘Zero’ model would not help (plus I don’t need any additional float anyway).
I started lubing them a few years ago with grease and/or Pro Link chain lube to no avail. It’s always the same point of failure the rear clip wire breaks. Okay, maybe one side twice and the other side once, or something like that. I ride about 4000 to 5000 miles per year and will break two sets per year. However, I seem to go through cleats rather quickly. Suffice it to say, I’m pleased with their durability as well as their function. I purchased my first pair in 1995, never, ever greased them, and finally replaced them in the summer of 2006 when the bearing in the right pedal seized up on the way up to Ward, Colorado. I am a 15-year user of Speedplay X-series pedals.
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