

A pedal wrench or Allen key will fit into the end of the pedal’s spindle on the inside of the crank arm. How to Remove and Install Pedalsįirst, you’ll need to remove your old pedals by using either a pedal wrench or the correct size Allen key (a.k.a. Here’s how to install clipless pedals and a brief guide to the most common types available. If you’ve made your way to this page, you’re ready to take the next step in cycling and upgrade to clipless pedals. Join Bicycling All Access for more tips and tricks! Though clipping in might seem strange at first (and yes, you do fall over on occasion, especially while learning), using clipless pedals comes with benefits like better pedaling efficiency, power transfer, and overall bike control. So the word “clipless” refers to the lack of a toe-clip it’s also different from the flat pedal style, which is technically clipless but doesn’t use any attachment system. But the term “clipless” came about to differentiate this type of pedal from the commonly used pedal of the past that featured a “toe-clip” (or cage) to secure your foot. We know clipless pedals seem counterintuitive-don’t you actually clip your shoe into those pedals? Yes, you do.
