I was going to buy a Ridgeback for commuting, but got seduced instead by a new road bike, following the budget bike reviews in Cycling Plus. So I've got myself a new Claud Butler Roubaix, and need some new pedals. I'm using Shimano M540s on my current road bike (now my commuting bike) and my mtb, but I want some proper road pedals now.

I'm looking at Shimano Ultegra SPD 6610s, Time RXE and Look Keo Sprint.

Any roadies use any of these/got opinions?

I use the old style Look pedals now slowly being replaced by the Keos - a couple of club mates have had a problem with the plates slipping on these, but one is a very strong rider who excels in the hills and the other is rather on the large side! so it might not be a problem for you.

Other than that can't really help sorry

I used to use Look pedals but found that walking wore down the cleats very quickly.
I have used the old Time impact S pedals but recently upgraded to the Time RXS - much nicer. Easy to walk in, easy to clip into, and have a built in float which saves time on playing with the setting.
I'd vote for Time - but then I am biased since I have time pedals on all my bikes.

I was a keen Look supporter until I used the Shimano versions. As LL says, the Look cleats do wear out quickly but do feel good when you are using them.

I started using the Shimano versions after Santa brought me some.

If you're interested I have a couple of pairs of Look pedals and cleats that i'll be selling - I don't want much for them.

thanks everyone. BikeScooby, what's the difference between the Shimano and Looks? I have to say that I'm a bit biased towards Shimano, and I'm really happy with the mtb pedals - but I thought I ought to ask around first!

I don't think I'll be doing much walking in them - I have road shoes for 'proper' road rides, and use mtb shoes for commuting and mtb rides.

I don't think I want much float - I like the setting quite tight because I've had problems with my knees (twisted kneecaps) and need to keep them in a straight line. If there's too much movement, I could do myself some severe damage! So I guess I probably need pedals where you have to fix the cleat setting. Does this rule out all road pedals?!

There's not a lot of difference between the two - basically they are the same but Shimano's cleats are harder wearing and the pedals are more narrow than the Look ones which make cornering better (depending how far you're leaning!) so they are lighter.

Shimano pedals have a very positive engage too - i've now swapped all my roadie bikes to Shimano from Look.

I have a pair of Ultegra and Dura-Ace and both work equally well, in fact I can't tell the difference. Float is kept to a minimum so you don't find yourself fighting with them.

I know Look do a no float cleat (black as opposed to Red) for the older pedal not sure if they do for the Keos though.

I've got the Look Keo Sprint pedals, have had them since Christmas and would really recommend them. For the price they are incredibly light, and although the carbon version might be less flexible I don't think this is a problem for us girls as we aren't heavy enough. Anyway, they are great, and they don't look bad either! Not that that should influence your decision in any way...

Just to say - I bought the Shimano Ultegra SPD-SLs mainly because of the reviews which really rated them and the fact that they were on offer at £20 off, but also because they're supposed to have the firmest 'click' - and switching over from mtb pedals I wanted to make sure I knew when I was in! I went for a 1.5hr ride yesterday and really loved my new pedals. Took me a bloomin' long time to get the knack of the flick-and-click thing though, there's a lot to be said for double-sided mtb pedals! You really notice the bigger surface area when you push hard - and it feels much more even when pulling up too. And my training partner is very relieved he no longer has to be seen with someone with mtb pedals on their road bike.

I might try the Looks at some point, but right now I'm v happy with these ones. Well, I will be just as soon as I can get my foot in without looking down to check I've got the pedal the right way up!