Wahoo Speedplay Zero pedals £199.99

The Wahoo Speedplay Zero pedals were relaunched

as part of a paredback, overhauled range in March following Wahoo’s acquisition of Speedplay in 2019. Although the famous lollipop-shaped pedal always had a strong following, a refresh will be welcomed by many.

Wahoo has been careful to keep all the benefits of original: the spring mechanism is still contained in the cleat along with the adjustable float, dual-sided entry is still there, and of course there’s the low weight, as well as the better aerodynamics compared to Look/shimano-style pedals.

Its spindles also come in four lengths, offering provision for a wide range of Q-factors.

Like all the new Speedplay pedals, the redesigned Zero now has sealed bearings that “don’t need regular maintenance,” according

Shimano type. Simon Smythe Stack height 11.5mm Q factor 53mm Pedal float 0-15° adjustable wahoofitness.com

RATING

to Wahoo. Previously, grease had to be replaced every 2,000 miles – or less, in wet or dusty conditions. Compared to pedals that use a ski binding-derived mechanism, I would say the Wahoo Speedplay Zero does represent an upgrade of the whole clipless pedal experience. From both an engineering and a biomechanical point of view (OK, add aesthetics to the list), I felt there was a net gain compared with the Look/