|   For those wondering about the Time Z pedals.... | squeakr
Feb 27, 2003 3:08 AM | | For those wondering about the Time Z pedals, I too was wondering what is the difference? I e-mailed Time and their response is that there is absolutely no difference between the Z controls (grey) and the regular Z's (gloss black) except the finish and the Z-controls have a little machining on the finish. The makeups and compositions of the bodies are the exact same and both have the same amount and type of bearings and spindles (it was previously stated here that the control has an extra set of bearings and thus turns smoother and is more expensive, made some sense at the time). They assured me that there is nothing different and the weights are the exact same at 530g. So for those that want these, you may want to jump on them quick as they are at a great price on Bike Man. I am not affiliated in any way with them, but I want these and can't pass this up. I ordered yesterday, as the black will look better on my ride anyway (at least until I scratch them up on the rocks and clipping in and out). Thought I would pass this along to others as they are marked down 1/3 right now, which is incredible for a brand new product. |
| re: For those wondering about the Time Z pedals.... | Kpicha
Feb 27, 2003 5:04 AM | | Thanks for the info! Even though I was wondering about them, I ended up with the black ones anyway since they were considerably less. I'm glad they're the same quality though!
Kristina |
| i've got the time z.... | kam
Feb 27, 2003 7:42 AM | | on my ride...and love 'em. they have got all the attributes of my older carbons, plus a bigger cage and abit of weight. they feel great though...smooth entry and exit, even if conditions are abit muddy. jump on the bikeman deal, i paid about $85 for mine. also, the time z control are machied, while the regular z if forged(?), otherwise, there is no difference. great pedals for those looking for a bigger body than the atacs. |
| By the way, how much more different is the release | Kpicha
Feb 27, 2003 9:52 AM | | compared to SPD's. I haven't used Times before and 959's are my first clipless pedals so, I'm looking forward to a bigger platform.
Thanks,
Kristina |
| never tried SPDs, but most people say ATACs are easier (nm) | rpet
Feb 27, 2003 11:22 AM | | |
| I've used both... | EricTheRed
Feb 28, 2003 8:38 AM | | I do prefer the time pedals but i'll try to be indifferent.
Clipless:
Pros:
Caged:
clip and pedal are at the same level, so foot can be clipped in and rest on the platform at the same time, can also use much of the realestate when not clipped in.
Caged and non-caged:
Easily adjustable, can be a great pedal for learning as the adjustment can be made VERY easy (ie very little pressure to get out of pedal)
Cons:
Caged and Non-Caged:
Poor performer in poor conditions (mud,sand, etc..) can cause the realese pressure to change.
Times:
Pros:
Caged and Non-Caged:
Constant release pressure no matter what the conditions.
Cons:
Caged:
Hight of clip is higer than the platform, so you still basically rest on the clip but no much shoe touches the platform, seems like you don't have as much realestate for putting your foot when not clipped in (don't ever take my foot out and rest in on the pedal while riding)
Not as easily adjustable, most adjustment is done to the part attached to your foot.
Caged vs non caged:
Caged pedals are nice in that they can give a solid feel and i think they help when you have to start back up again and aren't clipped in. Also nice if you want to rest your feet on the pedals (but not clipped in) if you don't feel comfortable clipping in.
The cages also can act as a protector for the clip mechanism.
Caged padals are not so nice if you have to bike through rock gardens and have a tendancy to hit your pedals.
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