Following its acquisition of Speedplay in 2019, Wahoo has announced the first major refresh of the US brand since the iconic dual-sided ‘lollipop’ pedals were invented in a California garage in 1989.
The new Wahoo Speedplay range will comprise four options: the Comp, Zero, Nano and Aero with a fifth – the eagerly anticipated Speedplay pedal power meter, the Powrlink Zero – to launch in summer 2021. Wahoo reiterates that Speedplay pedals were - and will continue to be - the world’s only high-performance pedal designed specifically for road cycling without relying on “antiquated skibinding technology” – and the only one to offer “approachable” dual-sided entry.
With the trap mechanism located in the cleat rather than the pedal, Speedplay pedals have traditionally offered lower stack height, free float and better aerodynamics than other systems.
However, there were some particular areas relating to Speedplay pedals’ useability, performance and durability that arguably needed addressing, and that’s what Wahoo has worked hard to achieve.
Adjustable float for all cleats
Previously, the Ultra Light Action cleats or X series cleats weren’t adjustable, supplying free float only, while the Zero cleats supplied 0-15 degrees of adjustable float. The revamped, streamlined range now includes adjustable float from 0-15 degrees on all cleats.
Cross compatibility
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