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positions the ball of the foot over the pedal spindle,

which gives maximum pedaling power. The toe strap,

when tightened, keeps the foot engaged throughout

the rotation cycle of the pedal. While toeclips and straps

give some beneﬁt with any kind of shoe, they work most

eectively with cycling shoes designed for use with

toeclips. Your dealer can explain how toeclips and straps

work. Shoes with deep treaded soles or welts which

might make it more dicult for you to insert or remove

your foot should not be used with toeclips and straps.

WARNING: Getting into and out of pedals with toeclips

and straps requires skill which can only be acquired with

practice. Until it becomes a reﬂex action, the technique

requires concentration which can distract your attention

and cause you to lose control and fall. Practice the use

of toeclips and straps where there are no obstacles, haz-

ards or trac. Keep the straps loose, and don’t tighten

them until your technique and conﬁdence in getting in

and out of the pedals warrants it. Never ride in trac

with your toe straps tight.

4. Clipless pedals (sometimes called “step-in pedals”) are

another means to keep feet securely in the correct posi-

tion for maximum pedaling eciency. They have a plate,

called a “cleat,” on the sole of the shoe, which clicks into

a mating spring-loaded ﬁxture on the pedal. They only

engage or disengage with a very speciﬁc motion which

must be practiced until it becomes instinctive. Clipless-

pedals require shoes and cleats which are compatible

with the make and model pedal being used. Many clip-

less pedals are designed to allow the rider to adjust the

amount of force needed to engage or disengage the

foot. Follow the pedal manufacturer’s instructions, or ask

your dealer to show you how to make this adjustment.

Use the easiest setting until engaging and disengag-

ing becomes a reﬂex action, but always make sure that

there is sucient tension to prevent unintended release

of your foot from the pedal.

WARNING: Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust

the suspension system may result in suspension mal-

function, which may cause you to lose control and fall.If

your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may

develop also increases your risk of injury. For example,

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