Beginner's Guide To Clipless Pedals | Clipless Pedal Skills

Making the leap to clipless pedals can be a scary one, being attached to your bike is sure to result in some silly crashes. But stick with it and clips can be a real benefit to your riding, here is how to get started.
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[@tomaburque]

The worst part of falling over sideways from a stop is not the impact, it's when strangers ask you "Are you OK?"

[@superawesomefuntimego]

I did the clipless thing for years when I was road biking, but I've never gotten along with it on my mountain bike. Although I do like the fact my feet are planted on rough terrain without thinking about it, I struggle with them when I need to get a foot down instantly like with a front end wash out. I've broken my ankle multiple times (when racing motorcycles), so twisting my ankle to clip out is a issue. So I'll stick with flats. Good ones like the Tenet Occults and sticky shoes rarely allow for a foot to come off by accident and I can dab freely if ever needed.

[@ericknava3153]

Today was my first day riding clipless, I gotta say I was super demotivated because I SUCKED like never before, so this video helped me a lot to regain the motivation

[@gurgy69]

I've been saved by a last second dab on too many occasions to consider switching to clips. I think they are fine for racers or Strava heroes but for the average weekend warrior a good pair of flat pedals combined with some grippy MTB shoes work perfectly.

[@martynprice87]

I clipped in for years but never felt 100% comfortable with it, happy to be back on flats.

[@HairyPantaloons]

This is the main issue. If you can get to where they're 2nd nature they're great. Until then they'll always be playing on your mind. I've ridden clipless for a long time but fully understand why people don't get into them. You can see from the replies there's a lot of fear over crashing.

[@martynprice87]

@@HairyPantaloons it wasn't the fear of crashing really I just struggled to feel balanced on them, I do miss the ease of pulling and pushing but it's worth it to feel more comfortable on the bike

[@redandrawmtb]

I made the switch recently I love them so much flats are a scary thought after getting used to clips

[@Simplifier123]

Perfect timing! Just started to try using clip pedals! Using the SPD M520 XC pedals, starting slowly but surely :) I want to master both worlds though, switch them from time to time to be good on both platforms.

[@CannabisTechLife]

So happy I switched to clipless. It feels so much better to not have to keep worrying about my feet placement as I go over bumps.

[@exoticsoflt]

On jumps I think it's better to have flat pedals, since if an accident occurs and you fall of the bike, the bike won't fall on you like it does (and there are many people that experienced this) when you're on clipless pedals. But for flowy singletracks or XC it is the way to go.

[@li04am]

@@exoticsoflt I can clip out so quick that it's like I'm on flats. the only times I've had problems unclipping is when I've been either at a slow roll or a standstill. I've managed to bail as fast as other people on flats

[@ronb9165]

Thank you for this.. flattened the uphill trail of Marshall Canyon today trying to unclip..

[@joppek77]

Different strokes for different folks obvs. but for me, clipless pedals transformed my riding for the better. Sure, it's a bit scarier on a technical climb where you might need to dab or fall over, but I feel that running clipless actually fosters commitment. As in, "I'd *better* clear this section because if I hesitate I might take a tumble!"

[@CaptainShiny5000]

I would disagree slightly on trying to exclusively learn this while riding - I took about an hour with my bike in front of the TV and clicked in and out for about 30 min on each side. Before that I occasionally forgot to clip out and one time I fell and my knee was injured for several months. After that one practice round it's gotten over into my muscle memory and even after several weeks of not riding clipped in (during deep winter for example) and riding flats on my commuter, I still click out intuitively even when doing close call emergency stops. That one hour of practice really made a world of difference.

[@frontierfishingwithRyanMacD]

I took the plunge my 3rd year back riding and switched to clipless pedals and it took me a while to get use to them and unclipping. Definitely took a bunch of tumbles forgetting I was clipped in at the end of the trail…If you want them you have to be willing to commit to learning them too!

[@BrianGrenoble-s1t]

Thank you! Novice EMtb'r here & total clipless Newbie (sick up & fed w/ bouncing off my flats EVERY ride... gonna go bolt my cleats on now & give it a go. Thanx Again, u got me all fired up! 🤣😆

[@TazioN]

I’ve been using Time ATAC pedals for years as there is so much float in them. Crank Brothers design looks like they lifted their concept from Time. Shimano mess my knees up. I’ve also never had a fall because o f them downhill, only on slow technical uphill when you go to do a quick dab and can’t get out quick enough.

[@ricardomagana282]

I just switched over and it's scary on technical downhills. But, your message is "dont me scared to fall a lot", so I might just go out, wear enough padding and start falling...until I dont. Thanks for the vid!

[@giorgoszamanis6654]

LoL... That's the spirit!

[@parbat8126]

I used to ride flats (over 20 years) when on full suspension bike. Last two seasons I'm on aggressive trail ht and I switched to clipless, scary as hell but great control on down hill sections that's for sure...

[@thomasmedeiros5722]

Shimano SPD offers a multi direction cleat the SH 56 M and the release tension on Shimano SPD pedals is adjustable. Take this into consideration when going clipless for first time. Once your comfortable on this set up you can increase tension then change the cleat back to the standard SH 51 single release that comes with the pedals. I run SPD on my mountain, gravel and road bikes. The SH 56 M cleat has been my mountain bike cleat since it was introduced a long time ago. Lots of KZbin videos on clipless really don’t give you all the important technical information on the various pedals on the market.

[@Bcuube]

I’ve used flats my whole life as I started on bmx bikes, got my first mountain bike that the pedals I have are soooo grippy it’s crazy, my feet do not move at all when I’m riding and it’s like I actually have to make a little effort to get my shoe off because of the metal pins

[@uldi1s]

Used to race BMX in the 80's and got used to flats. Fast forward to racing MTB's in the 90's. Tried clipless (Shimano) for TWO WHOLE YEARS and the only thing that happened is that they made me ride less and less. Simply wasn't enjoying riding anymore. So much that I eventually quit riding. Back on MTB's now and on flats of course :)

[@RR-BMX]

I do BMX racing and i found this video super helpful thank you

[@jonathanizaballer8258]

Thanks Gmbn, have been waiting for this long time ago. This is helpful . Thanks

[@gmbn]

Hey Jonathan, Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video! 🤜

[@petesahad3028]

Are you a BALLER?

[@doichindoichev6274]

I absolutely love clips!

[@kennyweatherspoon8135]

I just moved to clipless pedals, man it's a whole new world! The bike shop recommended getting fimilar with clipping in and out with both feet before riding. I kept falling either left or right trying to track stance to unclip. It definitely makes the bike feel different.

[@camdenb3348]

I started riding clipless pedals as a kid in the 90s. My dad was a serious road rider so the clipless pedals were a no-brainer. I got used to them on the road and when I got into mountain biking I put them on my bike because to me that was just what pedals were. Most bikes came with cheap plastic flats that I assumed were only for the showroom. I've tried riding flats a couple times in recent years, and they're fun, but they feel weird to me. I like that "stuck to the bike" feeling.

[@jordanraaths3808]

I love riding while being clipped in. Being one with the bike on gnarly terrain makes me alot faster, both flat and clip pedals have their pros and cons.

[@Enduloc]

I put them on today for the first time ever and fell twice in my garage 😂😂 definitely gonna crap myself on those steep technical sections that I do normally with flats.

[@DemonicVelocity]

Started on clips when I picked up biking seriously, but flats are way more comfortable for my knees.

[@ravennexusmh]

weird i'm so the opposite. the no moving around issue of good flats messes my kness up, hence i ride spd cause they can move around.

[@cb6866]

Thanks Neil...I was advised to practice clipping in and out in a grassy field for a bit , before taking the plunge on a trail . It did help me , learn how to fall ? Peace

[@deividas_kimontas]

Flats for life💯👌

[@Gazzaivey]

Thankyou Neil , a good informative video . Has made me think about the benefits 👍

[@dangolfishin]

"Clip ins" ruined mtb for me. Tried to switch over 20 years ago and it dropped my skill level substantially. Never got used to them and eventually stopped riding. Here I am 20 years later and finally back at it. Think I'll stick to flats this time though.

[@teddysnaps4786]

Good tip. Keep in mind that you'll need to break in your shoes as well. After clipping out several hundred times a little bit of rubber is removed from the shoe and makes things easier to clip in and out. Just spend a little time each night clipping in and out to wear in those shoes. This will help with your muscle memory on clipping in and clipping out along with breaking in your shoes.

[@Liber84Ride]

I used 3 years on xc bike now even with enduro I was sceptic at first but it’s perfect for me never back :)

[@TwistedTriggerEnduro]

Thanks for the pro tips. Often we have to take a step into the unknown to get ahead in the long run. Much respect, thanks for posting! 💪🔥

[@ltrtg13]

I have used a variety of different clipless pedals. I have used Shimano when I first started using them. I have also used Time pedals. The closest I got to using the Mavic ATAC pedals was when I used the Mavic ATAC cleats in my Time ATAC pedals. I now use Crank Brothers. I use the Mallet E on my new mountain bike, Mallet 2 on my old mountain bike, Candy 2 on my hybrid and Egg Beater 1 on my road bike when I do ride it. I have also used the Look Keo pedals on my road bike. I just have trouble using single sided pedals. I also start doing a bad impression of former GCN presenter Matt Stevens. I just wish Neil had said not to fall off unclipping in a town centre, before I couldn't unclip in the centre of Wolverhampton over 20 years ago.

[@jabehauber]

The ability to lift and place the rear on a trail is like a revelation when switching to cleats. It's great for rolling to advanced intermediate trails. That said, when I am hitting the gnarliest of gnar, I still go for flats.

[@davegee124]

i got some of those pedals with clip on one side and flat on other side,like them a lot

[@snbsmtb]

Great vidoe Neil!! Love these videos 😎😎

[@willparsons32]

It took me 2wice to learn; ALWAYS disconnect with your non dominate foot before you come to a stop... And vise-versa! In other words - if you're right handed, disconnect your left foot and vise-versa! I learnt this from two (embarrassing) falls but it took two times to figure it out. Perhaps others are able to use their dominant foot as well but I'm just sharing my experience and hopefully whom ever is reading this, is comfortable that way.

[@chris4536]

Neil sounds like he's struggling for breath

[@neildonoghueMTB]

Yeah sorry, had a bit of a cold

[@chris4536]

Ahh sorry bro!

[@hoffmanshaven]

I just thought it was the altitude.

[@niq872]

Never thought id be here but was at the bike shop for new shoes and the sales guy convinced me i nearly took him down with me while trying them out the first time. looking forward to falling alot.

[@corporalpunishment1133]

Riding a Hardtail me thinks clipless are a must have for average dudes. Awesome riders can ride flats and keep their feet glued to the pedals better than I can with clipless.

[@willoncommencal]

Can anyone tell me what the difference between the crankbrothers mallet e and dh because I'm am looking to buy some and I wanted to know to difference.

[@Veterans2009]

Could you help me by suggesting the lightest wide food SPD shoes? Thank you

[@raident29]

flat pedals for life!

[@Thebowber]

Multi release cleats ans set the tension as slack as it'll go and you can get you foot out no problem, also gives you loads of movement.

[@dylanslater919]

Love these videos

[@2scoops624]

Love GMBN, best KZbin channel. I want to try clipless mostly to keep my knee alignment straight. I broke my right foot really badly (6 broken bones, 5 dislocated toes, 6 screws, 5 pins, 3 surgeries and 2 years of PT) and now I have this tendency to cock that heel inward to the point that my heel has rubbed all the anodization off my right crank arm and I think that's causing me knee pain. I was wondering if anyone else has experience with clipless and knee pain?

[@ChrisHubbard777]

Sorry to hear about your injury. There's a lot of debate on flats vs clips for knee pain. I have had friends who developed knee pain when using clips switched back to flats and it went away. If you want to ensure your foot stays in alignment I would suggest a super grippy flat pedal and shoe or a clipless system that holds your foot securely like Shimano. Crankbros and others similar have a lot of float which will allow your foot to move more freely. I'd say it's worth a try and if pain gets worse definitely stop and try something else. Good luck!

[@2scoops624]

@@ChrisHubbard777 thanks! Like almost everything, sounds like it's personal preference. I've been using raceface Chester pedals with five ten Freerider shoes and they're great, thinking about trying crank brothers pedals next.

[@ChrisHubbard777]

@@2scoops624 the mallets are great! More grip, larger platform, and thinner than the Chester's. Thinner is the biggest benefit IMO gives you a lower center of gravity and less pedal strikes

[@2scoops624]

@@ChrisHubbard777 Right on, those were the exact ones I'm planning on trying. Now to find some clipless shoes that fit my weird shaped foot.

[@hmhbn479]

Thanks This is very helpful video...

[@gmbn]

Glad to help!

[@Murray_23]

Just been out on my first ride with clips, mostly road and a fire road. Was okay, need to move my cleats though

[@mattbobier3756]

What do you mean by move your cleats? Does that help unclip easier?

[@Murray_23]

@@mattbobier3756 they felt too far forward, when I was riding stood up my calves were burning, so going to move then back, like how Neil said he's running his

[@harry1583]

One thing nobody told me is to slightly lift your foot to the front to clip in. I thought I bought defective pedals trying to clip it in while my foot was flat. It just wont clip in that way for me.

[@ThunderStruckMTB]

They should be called strapless pedals. Speaking of toe straps, you want real fear? Try riding with toe cages and straps like I did in the late 80s early 90s. It's only then that you will truly appreciate how good today's flat pedals are.

[@HairyPantaloons]

The devices those horrendous cages evolved from were called toe clips, hence clipless pedals. Cleat pedals would make the most sense to me. Call them by their main feature, not by what they don't have.

[@carpedirt]

Thanks Neil, this is helpful. Do you think there's a point in early riding development where clipless is actually detrimental to learning proper form and technique on the bike?

[@Losovox]

I don't know much compared to Neil but i would say so. I'm never going clips. Flats all the way

[@carpedirt]

@@Losovox I hear what you're saying. I've been on flats for a long time and I feel like learning to "scoop" the pedals and move the bike around would be negatively affected if I had relied on clips. However, I'm also very attracted to what Neil was saying about better control, specifically, placing the back wheel exactly where I want it on difficult tech descents.

[@uldi1s]

@@carpedirt I found that I can scoop and place the rear wheel anywhere with flats (BMX racing background). Tried clipless for two years and hated them. Never again.

[@neildonoghueMTB]

Yeah i do, but you can overcome it

[@andriimartynov83]

What do you think about multidirectional shimano cleats?

[@neildonoghueMTB]

I've never tried them, but i think they might catch me out unclipping when i dont want to

[@andriimartynov83]

@@neildonoghueMTB Ive just started riding clips and opted to get a pair of multidirectional cleats (I really don’t want to tip over stuck in the pedals lol 😂 ). I can unclip any time with no problem, but I had a few situations when I get unclipped when I don’t want to. Was interested to what experienced riders think about the multidirectional cleats.

[@johsjohs0813]

I do bmx racing and use clipless there but when i do mtb i always run flats because i feel more comfortable on flats

[@The2808erik]

I wanted to try crank brothers pedals for years, but not being able to adjust the retention force turns me off. Also you can adjust the float on Shimano with shallower cleats or spacers or taking a file to the cleats. Shimano cleats are super stiff when they are new, but once you ridden a couple 1000km and if you use them between bikes they start to feel nice.

[@jufeus1485]

Try them! They are the best!

[@dadbodmtb3048]

Thanks mate

[@rado976]

The only issue that I had with clips was in accidents. Your front wheel washes out in the middle of a berm, and you don't have the time nor the space to unclip. That's how you dislocate two shoulders.

[@fr3etrial314]

I want to ride clipless but this is exactly why I dont, I crash to much

[@papapelatomtb]

i made the switch 2 week ago and...my left thumb is still sore....falled like a sack of flour on the garage platform. pedalling is definitely better, but i have to manage the panic before technical uphill. will i make it? Not? should unclip? feeling akward but i hope i'll get it with practice and not with fractures :)

[@mannyechaluce3814]

Ultimately its just Muscle Memory, I even use clips on my training bike, and twist my ankle when getting of a flat pedal bike, repeat, repeat, repeat . I fall off a flat pedal same amount I fall off a clipped in :D just accident prone

[@fwvanoorschot6507]

Is the cassette tooth 14-28T?

[@outerislandsurfing8755]

No one ever mentions shimano have multi release clips which are easier to release for when you are starting out with clipless pedals

[@oogabooga420]

Have recently got the Sh56s and I love em.. lots of traffic in my city so lots of disengagements

[@renzlawmtb8305]

Considering getting magpeds🤔 any thoughts?

[@Harry.Dodgson]

what happens if you fall off with clipless pedals do they come off

[@benconnelly5246]

Don't think I'll ever bother with clipless flats suit me fine n the thought of clipless scare the sh*t out of me been thinking about the Mag Peds though

[@robinson4470]

Where are you in this video? I think I leave near there

[@ravennexusmh]

tips for using clipless pedals. get shimano spd do not ever use sh56 mult-release cleats only Sh51 as being on way release you can run the springs on the pedals on lowest for easy entry and exit but they never come undone when you don't want them to. if you use 56's you can pull out in any direction which sounds good for safety but means you need more spring tension to stop from coming out all the time which makes entry harder and you'll still pull out at the wrong moment. spend time on your cleat position, not just front to back and side to side but also rotation the 2 bolt cleats can be locked down when rotated and you can mess it up, you want your foots natural resting point when pedaling to be in the middle of the cleats float so they don't undo when you move around on the bike there trail pedals with the larger body are better, and some good trail type shoes that you can actually go ot the coffee shop in without looking like a donk are good also. leave race stuff for race days.

[@tristank1]

Last weekend I had an MTB race, unfortunately one of my cleats got loose because of the mud and sand (I use Crankbrothers), that made me realise the person who installed did it wrong, I had to finish the race one foot clipped in and the other one loose.

[@cloroxbleach9222]

A lesson in checking your equipment before every race, I think it would be quite easy to forget to check our pedals and shoes too

[@LeecMTB]

If this happens a disc rotor bolt is the same size as a cleat bolt so will help you finish the race/ride till you can get a proper counter sunk bolt

[@maxmalstift]

Which ergon saddle model is he riding?

[@petesahad3028]

Thinking about switching for a while now. I'm sick of getting airborne over roots and rocks.

[@gmbn]

Clipless pedals will certainly help with this 🙌

[@SimonBauer7]

i prefer flats i dont like beeing attached to the bike (also dont like having both feet attached to the same thing this is one reason why i ski and not snowboard) another reason is beeing able to bail out quickly without worrying about unclipping

[@n3tr01]

GMBN mate good morning , do you have extra carbon frame? if you do can you've it to me as a Christmas gift?

[@jeffv.akaonsjeffke9865]

Oh ehh, if you have a spare audi A6 avant s-line you can give that to me for christmas.

[@sed74]

Silly question from a non native english speaker: why are they call "clipless" when they do have clips? Apart from that, great channel and great vids!! ;-)

[@matt_acton-varian]

I made the mistake of starting to unclip going inwards, it's a hard habit to break, especially when I ride 95% clip less. So now I have to make sure I use minimal float and carefully aligned cleats as possible. Don't make my mistake!

[@1956432]

I have a bad shoulder. There’s no way I would switch to clipless because I’m not risking tipping over a dozen times. If your in mint condition may be worth exploring 👍🏻

[@bibinoojen]

Why are these call clipless if you have to clip in??

[@jimbo4203]

Was clipped in for 10 years and have been riding flats for the last 5 , never go back

[@denseljosephs9500]

Same here serious illness has left me with a weak left ankle I used to love using clipless pedals unable to even twist my left ankle to release it now so it's flat's on an ebike for me.

[@nicolapellegrino1072]

I'm not able to ride a bike without clipless pedals... the control you have on climbing and descending when you are attached to pedals is not comparable to flat (imho) you feel "one thing" with the bike.

[@TheButlerNZ]

It always makes me laugh that when coming up with a description for clip on pedals.. but not to be confused with the ones with straps... they decided that clipless was better than strapless... So here we are... in a world with vege "Ham" burgers, Clip on "Clipless" pedals... and the C."I".A ... q8) I sort of miss my old steel Milazo Crazyhorse (Think cheapest Walmart, made in New Zealand). I fitted it with strap clips and an elliptical 3 sprocket front. With the extra power from the oval sprockets and being able to lift with one leg while pushing with the other, it was really great at steep grades (when I definitely wasn't). Now I have a 10x1 and another 20 years worn off my belt...

[@timbango2090]

What is a clip peddle, if this is clipless?

[@bentoth2494]

Anyone reccomend the crankbros candy 1

[@stompieandsuzie]

Why are they called clipless if you have to clip in/out?

[@helgamoon9444]

I want to try:) hope I'll find similar shoes for women in Ukraine. Always find out it is difficult to buy mtb stuff for girls. 😬

[@antoniosanjuanbenito969]

Where was this filmed?

[@gmbn]

Hey Antonio, Neil and the GMBN team filmed this during their recent Madrid trip 🇪🇸

[@robinson4470]

@@gmbn isn't that Galicia?

[@jah_b]

Why are the ones with clips called clipless?

[@Greyarcher1]

And what ever you do! DONT PUT STUDS on your Clipless pedals, studs are for flat pedals so you dont twist you feet and come of the Pedals, but on Clipless Pedals twisting is the ONLY way to get of them pedals!

[@BrianGrenoble-s1t]

I've got several IS MY BIKE OK? shirts

[@OverMotoren]

I tried in the past, then abandoned them. I'll get a road bike some day, then I'll try again on that.

[@budycelyn]

so are you saying that to clip out i dont have to fall over for the cleats to unclip,,, well well, learn something new everyday

[@JSxxxxxxx]

Notice a lack of female presenters on this channel … It’s great content - don’t get me wrong

[@davidweil9939]

I have been riding road bike with clips for 30,000 plus miles Having a hard time using clips on my MTB bike have some of my beat accidents while clipped in Should not be that hard

[@JohnDoe-zb7dz]

The day someone makes a wide toe box shoe like Ultra or Keen, in a clipless pedal, I'm buying. Nearly all shoes on the market deform your feet and cause hammer toe. Your toes are meant to splay just like your fingers. Until then its flat pedals and Keen slip ons for me.

[@benwithrow5044]

My specialized 2FOs should fit the bill - fit just like a good flat pedal MTB shoe.

[@JohnDoe-zb7dz]

@@benwithrow5044 Nope. Same design as 99% of the shoes on the market. Have you actually seen the shape of a Keen slip on? I am literally spoiled them and Alta. I seen where someone is mounting clip-less to Croc sandals. Someone is catching on. And never let a shoe salesman tell you that the shoe will break in. It's the bones in your feet that will "break in" over time. Thanks for your recommendation.

[@ldreese33]

I ride with clipless pedals on my road bike. I want to make the jump on my mountain bike.

[@pitiedmold3581]

Usually, I used to jump over the rear wheel and catch the Sadle with my hands. I rode clipless for a Few days . Never again.

[@renatocosta811]

I’m enjoying the bike so far kzbin.infoUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA My only real complaints are the brakes and the pedals. I feel like a bike designed for bigger people should have much larger pedals and more heavy duty brakes. I’ve only gotten two really good rides out of it, minimal downhill action, and the brakes feel like they’re already going out. A larger person has more momentum, so I think this wasn’t thought through very well. Also, I wear size 13-14 wide shoes. My feet cramp up on these pedals that are clearly made for smaller feet. Since I’m not a pro rider (and I don’t think many are who purchase this bike) I don’t think that the straps on the pedal are necessary at all. None of this takes away from the enjoyment I get from riding, however. I’ll just head to a bike shop to improve on a few things.

[@CrispMan1]

Haha my bike costing 160$ doesnt even have a gripy pedals

[@lance6749]

EARLY GANG!!!

[@Tan12]

Ok, just gonna ask this here: why the hell are pedals that you clip into called clip-*less* pedals? Clipless would seem to imply "without clips," so why aren't they called "clip-in" pedals?

[@uldi1s]

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[@aajohnsoutube]

How hard was it not to say “clip” when describing clipless? Never mind, by midpoint it was all about clipping.

[@Shralps]

Another Gmbn clipless video...