Speedplay's Zero pedals are designed to meet the needs of professional road racers and therefore they're an excellent pedal for any enthusiastic road rider that wants to gain a competitive edge. They're also highly configurable and a fantastic solution to knee problems when cycling. Speedplay's Zero pedals have a plethora of design features, beneficial to riding performance.
An often talked about factor with clipless pedal systems is how easy they are to get in and out of, nobody wants to keel over as they roll up to the lights and everyone wants to be able to easily clip back in again when they turn green. The Zero's locking mechanism does not rely on spring tension for security, so entering and exiting Zero pedals is easy and this is made even easier by their double-sided symmetrical entry. The other benefit of the Zero's locking mechanism is that unintended release is virtually impossible, meaning you get the best of both worlds. Adding even more nuance to the Zero's engagement system, they have fully adjustable float from fixed float to 15 degrees of float, without having to change your cleats and offering a higher degree of float than competing high float clipless systems, making them a great option for riders with knee issues. The Zero's offer even more options in cleat positioning; the unique Zero cleat system offers the precise adjustment of fore-aft, side-to-side, and rotational foot positions, independently. Each of the three critical foot-axis adjustments of Zero cleats can be set or changed without affecting the position of the other two adjustments. This feature also eliminates guesswork and misalignment when replacing cleats. The Zero pedals are extremely user friendly and highly configurable, for the very best riding experience.
Speedplay's Zero's don't just win plaudits for being a riders best friend however; they also bring some serious performance advantages to the table. The quality of any pedal is inextricably linked with its bearings and Speedplay go to extreme lengths with their bearings to not only make their Zero's super smooth but also sleek and low-profile. Using three precision manufactured cartridge and needle bearings, the Zero's spin freely for miles, for resistance free performance. The use of a third bearing also means the load is spread evenly enough to allow Speedplay to make the Zero extremely low profile, which has many benefits. Firstly it means the pedal cleat combo is very aerodynamic, making the Zero the choice of many time trialists and triathletes. It means the pedals stack height is very low, placing the sole of the Riders shoe very close to the pedal axis for optimal power transfer. Finally it means that the pedal has a bigger ground clearance than those of other manufacturers which allows you to power through corners without fear of bottoming out. Made with durable Chrome-moly axles, each pedal only weighs 108g, making these entry level Zero's an excellent option for someone who wants top pedal performance without paying top prices.
All in all the Zero's from Speedplay set a lot of benchmarks in different areas of pedal performance and remedy a lot of issues for many different types of rider. If you struggle with knee issues and need a high float pedal, or conversely are a powerhouse who wants a fixed float pedal, the Zero can be configured for either desire, conferring all its performance bonuses regardless of how it's set-up. A truly excellent pedal system for the right rider, Speedplay's Zero pedals could make a huge difference to your comfort and performance levels when cycling.