Shimano PD-R550 SPD-SL Road Pedals
With an extra-large target area to make clipping in easy, the Shimano PD-R550 SPD-SL Road Pedals feature a lightweight composite body and durable stainless-steel plating for efficiency on long rides.
- Extra-wide platform design delivers foot-to-pedal stability and increases power transfer
- Durable stainless-steel body reduces flex and pedal-body wear
- Wide bearing placement offers stable, uniform load distribution
- Float of 0°, 2° or 6° is determined by cleat selection; included cleats (Shimano ISMSH11) provide 6° of float
Imported.
View all Shimano Road Bike Pedals| Best Use | Road Cycling |
|---|---|
| Pedal Design | Clipless |
| Clipless Style | Single-Sided |
| Cleat Design | 3-hole |
| SPD-SL Compatible | Yes |
| Pedal Float | 0, 2, 6 degrees |
| Pedal Body Material | Steel |
| Pedal Spindle Material | Steel |
| Material(s) | Composite/steel |
| Weight | 310 grams |
| Bearing Material | Stainless Steel |
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Good entry level pedals.
I was new to clipless pedals when I got back into cycling last year. I got these ones primarily because they were relatively inexpensive. Overall, they are great for road cycling (I averaged ~80 miles a weeks over the season with 2-4 rides) and found that these pedals were super easy. The adjustable tension works great and makes for easy in and out. Since I wasn't racing the tighter tension settings were not necessary for my use. Held my feet in place well as I don't think I slipped out once all year. Weight didn't really matter to me since I was just cycling to get in shape and pass the time.
Solid entry-level pedal
I've put between 8-11,000km on these pedals each year for the last 3 years, and I've never had to service them or had any issues. The bearings don't seem to be quite as nice as the 105s I recently upgraded to on my other bike, but I don't notice outside of when I'm stopped and trying to clip in as I get rolling since the pedals don't always hang the same way. As one of the other reviewers mentioned, the lowest spring setting is extremely loose, so it's very easy to get out if you need to, but the highest tension adjustment is lower than what you would get with higher-performance pedals. For most racers, that's a reason to use the more expensive version, but as a starter pedal for someone looking at road cleats, this is a great option. The pedal body cover is metal, so it's considerably more durable than what you'd get with the R540s (one step lower on the Shimano road pedal hierarchy), and you get a nice solid connection with your foot. Overall, this is a great pedal that has stood up to many miles in rain and dirt with no problems.
A lot easier to get in and out of
I was frustrated about how much effort I needed to clip in and out of my Ultegra 6600 pedals. These PD R550's have a "wide range" of tension adjustment. meaning lighter tension, so I thought I'd try them, and yes, they were exactly as advertised. Easy to enter and exit, just by twisting your heel, it's not necessary to snap them out sharply. They are a bit heavy, otherwise they would be 6 stars for sure. Shimano should put this spring in their fancier bindings.
No fuss, does the job, fades away into background
It’s held up real good. As with the best gear, it simply fades away and is out of your thoughts, simply doing its job as you get out there to ride, ride after ride. I now have well over 1500 miles on this and it has not given any trouble whatsoever. I did upgrade from the one just below this in shimano’s product line and while there may be a difference in weight, it’s not perceivable once you’re riding
Better than Look
These are better than the look pedals I was previously using. Easier to get in and out off
Great product
I’m very pleased with these pedals. My feet are much more comfortable and get more watt power out of my rides.
Shimano SPD SL pedals
Easy to clip in and out. Nearly maintenance free. Very durable too. Depending on which cleats you use, you can get as much or as little float as you like. I prefer the yellow cleats that come with the pedals as I get 6 degrees of motion and my knees don't hurt after a long ride. The only drawback I have is that they are only one-sided pedals.
Good performance pedals
I bought these pedals with little research, bad idea. They are great pedals but be sure you don't want to walk around once you get off your bike. The cleats make your shoes like reverse high heels. These are great for long performance rides where you won't have to clip in and out too often.
Not the greatest
>>>Unfortunately the ball bearing loose the grease.
Pedal attachments on shoes wearing out far too soo
The Pedals function well. Main problem is that with just a few short steps wearing shoes with the pedal attachments, they are already wearing out.