Cleat Pedals - Clip into Shimano Road Bike Pedals

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Cyclists everywhere rely on their choice of special pedals and matching cleats attached to their shoes because they deliver superior energy transfer. The cleats, mounted at the bottom of their cycling shoes, lock securely into the special pedals. However, this means you really need to wear your cycling shoes with the cleats fitted every time you ride your bike (you can still ride the bike without the shoes with cleats, but the special pedal is very small, not comfortable and far from ideal for riding). The 'Cleat Pedal' is designed specifically for use with Shimano pedals instead of having to wear cycling shoes fitted with Cleats just for a short ride. Shimano Cleats are a popular choice among cyclists worldwide. This set of simple clip-in pedals provides a convenient solution for riders who want to use their special pedals with cleats for longer rides but also want the flexibility of being able to go for short casual or fun rides without having to put on their cycling shoes with cleats. The Cleat Pedals are straightforward prints when the files are precisely sliced and printed on an accurately set up machine. Due to the intended use, additional shells and high infill are recommended for strength and durability. Do not use any automated support. The required support has been designed in and should snap away relatively easily and cleanly if well printed (refer to images). Once printed and the support removed, your Cleat Pedals are ready to use - just clip them into your Shimano pedals as pedal 'flats' so you can ride away in whatever footwear you choose. They won't provide the same energy transfer benefits of the pedals/cycling shoes with cleats locked together but as a simple 'regular pedal' alternative, these Cleat Pedals work well. Please note that if your foot comes off a pedal during use, it will be inclined to swing backwards because there's more weight at the back of the Shimano pedal (but this doesn't affect their function/use - just something to be aware of). The 'Cleat Pedal' surface has been designed to provide maximum grip but they are still just hard plastic pedals. They work well, but if you feel you need greater grip, rubber or other material could be added into the Cleat Pedal channels or by applying a full surface layer (e.g. glue on a rubber pad cut to shape). Again, not necessary but this is just something that may benefit some users. Feedback from people using the 'Cleat Pedal' has been extremely positive. They find them convenient because they avoid the need to put their cycling shoes with cleats on for short city rides etc. Please refer to the print settings and images provided for additional information, and post images of your Cleat Pedals in use for other members to see. Note: If you like this design, check out the rest of my practical and fun designs.