Why Clipless

[Rage]

I still don't understand why it's called "clipless" when you are "clipped in."

Back in the day (or today, if you run with the hipster fixie crowd), platform pedals could be outfitted with cages with straps to help attach the foot more securely to the pedal - toe clips. New integrated shoe/pedal attachments developed in the 70's eliminated the toe clips and became "clipless", which is definitely confusing since they're obviously more "clips" than the old toe clips were.

Welcome to the development of the English language...

Rg.

[Kings]

By using clipless pedals/shoes, you'll gain a powerfull mechanical advantage and your feet will be in the optimal riding position every time.

When you use a clipless system, you have the ability to pull your pedal stroke back up instead of just pushing down when using flat pedals. This helps is all kinds of situations like climbing and going fast!

In addition, when using flat pedals, what do your heals do everytime you pedal? They drop right? With a clipless system, the majority of shoes out there consist of a rigid sole so when you pedal your heel stays horizontal with whatever angle your pedal is. This all points back to power and efficiency.

Obvious disadvantage include:
-Falling becaue you can't unclip

Kings

[stevebuff]

maybe next year