Clipless Pedals Explained | How To Use Clipless Pedals

Summary by Krater

A beginner cyclist is taught how to choose, set up, and ride with clipless pedals for the first time by an experienced partner, practicing indoors before taking the bike out to a park.

From the video

Answers: How do you choose and use clipless pedals for the first time?

• clipless pedals setup
• cycling cleats
• indoor bike trainer practice
• clipping in and out of pedals
• road cycling tips for beginners

What it concludes

• Clipless pedals should be chosen based on whether you ride road or off-road, and entry-level road pedals feature a wider platform and lower spring tension to make clipping in and out easier.
• Beginners should start practicing with clipless pedals indoors on a trainer or in a corridor for at least 20 to 30 minutes to build muscle memory before riding on the road.
• When starting out on a ride, clip your lead foot into the pedal before pushing off, pedal a few times to build speed, and then attempt to clip in the other foot.
• You should unclip well before coming to a stop, practicing unclipping by twisting your heel outward to avoid falling.