Time RXS First pedals question

[gregod]

Recently, I bought a pair of Time RXS First pedals from a website. However, there is a problem. The S.E.T. tuner doesn't have an opening for the allen key.

I emailed the site, explained that that feature was missing, included pictures of the owner's manual and the pedals. They replied that they would check with the distributor. They contacted me saying the distributor told him that the pedals don't have that feature, but according to all of the sites that list that item (including the one I bought from) it is listed as being included as well as the "+" being painted on the pedal above the opening.

I have tried all of my google-foo and cannot find a picture of a pedal with the allen head clearly visible. If somebody could post a picture for me showing the allen hole it would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Bustedknuckle]

Recently, I bought a pair of Time RXS First pedals from a website. However, there is a problem. The S.E.T. tuner doesn't have an opening for the allen key.

I emailed the site, explained that that feature was missing, included pictures of the owner's manual and the pedals. They replied that they would check with the distributor. They contacted me saying the distributor told him that the pedals don't have that feature, but according to all of the sites that list that item (including the one I bought from) it is listed as being included as well as the "+" being painted on the pedal above the opening.

I have tried all of my google-foo and cannot find a picture of a pedal with the allen head clearly visible. If somebody could post a picture for me showing the allen hole it would be greatly appreciated.

In this, bottom view, the silver barrel that rotates?

http://www.backcountry.com/time-rxs-first-road-bike-pedal

 

[gregod]

i would like to get a clear picture of the allen head indicated by the arrow.


http://postimage.org/app.php

 

[gregod]

After extensive research and a lot of emails, I can offer an update to anyone who is interested in these pedals.

Time's website lists the "feel adjustment" (also know as S.E.T.) as a feature of these pedals. Some web stores also list it as a feature. Wiggle, who have been VERY helpful, do not list it as a feature and confirmed it with a look at their stock. However, their pedals are different from the ones I purchased. Unlike the picture of my pedal above, theirs do not even have the "+" symbol embossed on the body.

I have tried to contact Time and several of their distributors and have not received any reply. Because of Time's and its distributors' poor customer service and the misleading information on its own site, I have already flogged the pedals on fleabay and am looking to buy something else; probably Campagnolo, but maybe Look.

Time: never again.

Wiggle: great service. I look forward to purchasing from them.

 

[Bustedknuckle]

After extensive research and a lot of emails, I can offer an update to anyone who is interested in these pedals.

Time's website lists the "feel adjustment" (also know as S.E.T.) as a feature of these pedals. Some web stores also list it as a feature. Wiggle, who have been VERY helpful, do not list it as a feature and confirmed it with a look at their stock. However, their pedals are different from the ones I purchased. Unlike the picture of my pedal above, theirs do not even have the "+" symbol embossed on the body.

I have tried to contact Time and several of their distributors and have not received any reply. Because of Time's and its distributors' poor customer service and the misleading information on its own site, I have already flogged the pedals on fleabay and am looking to buy something else; probably Campagnolo, but maybe Look.

Time: never again.

Wiggle: great service. I look forward to purchasing from them.

Consistent problem with Time, customer service. Look, Speedplay, shimano..all good pedals.

 

[gregod]

Consistent problem with Time, customer service. Look, Speedplay, shimano..all good pedals.

the problem with peedpalsy is that you can't walk in the cleats. i'm way too much of a klutz. i tried them and almost killed myself several times.

i haven't had good luck with shimano's either. either my knee or my hip bothers me when i use them. the only pedals i have ever been 100% comfortable in are Times. I have been using a pair of old time sports for the last few months. i have replaced the bearings several times over the years and there is almost no paint left on them, but they work.

 

[ElChingon]

the problem with peedpalsy is that you can't walk in the cleats. i'm way too much of a klutz. i tried them and almost killed myself several times.

i haven't had good luck with shimano's either. either my knee or my hip bothers me when i use them. the only pedals i have ever been 100% comfortable in are Times. I have been using a pair of old time sports for the last few months. i have replaced the bearings several times over the years and there is almost no paint left on them, but they work.

Wow, you're one of the few I know who actually like Time Pedals, well used to. Not sure if you actually have any play (degree of freedom) on the Time Pedals but that or lack of might be what you're after. Do know you can buy Look cleats for different degree's of float depending on your need/want. Do know the "+" on the Look pedals tighten the cleat down pretty good, good enough so you can't clip out if too tight but I like them.

 

[gregod]

Wow, you're one of the few I know who actually like Time Pedals, well used to. Not sure if you actually have any play (degree of freedom) on the Time Pedals but that or lack of might be what you're after. Do know you can buy Look cleats for different degree's of float depending on your need/want. Do know the "+" on the Look pedals tighten the cleat down pretty good, good enough so you can't clip out if too tight but I like them.

Thanks for the tip. Looks are about the only pedal I haven't tried, but they "look" like they will be my next pedals.

Pedals, like saddles, are pretty individual things. My favorite saddle, the SLR, doesn't get much love either, but like my old Time pedals, they are the most comfortable pieces of equipment that I have used.

 

[Hawkwood]

I've used in rough order of use Look, Adidas, Diadora, Time Mid, Crank Brothers, Look (again), SPD style, Time RXE, Speedplay, Keywin, and Time ICLIC, pedals. The only pedals I've got on with are the Diadora and Time ones. I've used the Time ICLIC pedals since they first came out and have had no issues with them whatsoever. I wanted to like the Speedplays, but had major problems getting them set up, and after some not very good customer service from the company gave up on them. However pedals are a personal thing and it might take you several goes to find a system that suits you. I should add that virtually any modern pedal system is way better than the old clips, cleats and straps type!

 

[avanti]

..................... I should add that virtually any modern pedal system is way better than the old clips, cleats and straps type!

I agree - however one must include shoes in the equation - if you end up with space between your foot and sole of your shoe on each pedal up-stroke energy is wasted (apart from it feeling uncomfortabe).

 

[ustabe]

Wow, you're one of the few I know who actually like Time Pedals, well used to.

I liked my Time pedals, too, until I had to give up on them. I liked the low stack height, the centering float feature, and the long mounting slots on the cleats that let me use rearward cleat placement on just about any shoe I wore. I didn't like the fragile bearings and composite body. When a sloppy clip-in broke the body, I gave up and switched to Speedplay.

 

[Guidokcd]

I've ridden Times for a long,.....time, and love them. Currently use the RXS carbons, and never had a problem with them. I find them easy to use, comfortable, and dependable. I like that you stand and the actual platform and less on the cleat, like Looks. I also use the ATACs on my mtb. Can't speak for their customer service. I've never needed it.
Trying to decide between iClic 2 or espressos.
I don't like that they come out with a new pedal, then another iteration of it a year later.

 

[Bustedknuckle]

I've ridden Times for a long,.....time, and love them. Currently use the RXS carbons, and never had a problem with them. I find them easy to use, comfortable, and dependable. I like that you stand and the actual platform and less on the cleat, like Looks. I also use the ATACs on my mtb. Can't speak for their customer service. I've never needed it.
Trying to decide between iClic 2 or espressos.
I don't like that they come out with a new pedal, then another iteration of it a year later.

Just talked to the local Time rep and iClics are gone. Still RSX and new Espressos.

 

[richwagmn]

I liked my Time pedals, too, until I had to give up on them. I liked the low stack height, the centering float feature, and the long mounting slots on the cleats that let me use rearward cleat placement on just about any shoe I wore. I didn't like the fragile bearings and composite body. When a sloppy clip-in broke the body, I gave up and switched to Speedplay.

I've been riding Time RXSes for years now. I just replaced a set this year after many miles when a pedal bearing finally went bad. Supposedly you can get the bearing out without Time's tool, but it didn't work for me.

I tried speedplays for long enough to wear out a cleat but never warmed to them. For me, the interface between the shoe and pedal doesn't feel as solid as it does on Times. I also wasn't pleased with cleat life (I replace Time cleats because I'm bored, not because they wear out).

Time has had some serious QC issues with almost all their new pedals though. From axles unscrewing to bodies snapping. I've never had an issue but if that had happened, I'd have never used them again.

 

[gregod]

Just talked to the local Time rep and iClics are gone. Still RSX and new Espressos.

a time rep spoke to you?!? i've been trying to get a response from time or one of its distributors for a month and haven't received a single reply. what kind of magic mojo do you have?

 

[Hawkwood]

I agree - however one must include shoes in the equation - if you end up with space between your foot and sole of your shoe on each pedal up-stroke energy is wasted (apart from it feeling uncomfortabe).

And I agree with you too. The old leather soled shoes were a nightmare at times, they got soggy and out of shape in the rain taking days to dry, and you had to nail the cleats on to them! I remember a local rider in the 1970s getting a pair of Puma shoes that had a nylon sole, and ready attached adjustable cleats, they appeared to be light years ahead of the all leather ones.

 

[Bustedknuckle]

a time rep spoke to you?!? i've been trying to get a response from time or one of its distributors for a month and haven't received a single reply. what kind of magic mojo do you have?

Outside rep. Called and visited..didn't ask for the visit. maybe they are trying to expand their customer service..it could use a lot of improvement, for sure.

Colorado rep..do you want his number..at least he could contact the company/distributor for you.

peter@vecchios.com

 

[gregod]

Outside rep. Called and visited..didn't ask for the visit. maybe they are trying to expand their customer service..it could use a lot of improvement, for sure.

Colorado rep..do you want his number..at least he could contact the company/distributor for you.

peter@vecchios.com

thanks a lot. i'm not sure if i'll contact him though. i've pretty much given up on them. also, a friend of mine gave me a box of time equipes with thirteen pairs of used pedals, two extra right pedals and an uncountable number of cleats, some of them new. all of the pedals are used and in mostly poor condition, but i've changed bearings on these many times, so i should have a lifetime supply of pedals.

 

[Bustedknuckle]

thanks a lot. i'm not sure if i'll contact him though. i've pretty much given up on them. also, a friend of mine gave me a box of time equipes with thirteen pairs of used pedals, two extra right pedals and an uncountable number of cleats, some of them new. all of the pedals are used and in mostly poor condition, but i've changed bearings on these many times, so i should have a lifetime supply of pedals.

Yep, first gen were the best pedals..particularly if you used the plastic toe piece rather than the metal one. It may wear but it didn't break toe pieces off of these.