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cleat installation and adjustment
 Eggbeater cleats are compatible with all standard 2 hole mountain bike shoes and do not have a front and back but there is a left and a right cleat that changes the release angle.
Cleat with the two circles on your right shoe means earlier
release angle on both feet.
Cleat with the two circles on your left shoe means later release
angle on both feet.
engaging the pedals
 The Eggbeater gives you entry options that no other pedal can. With any of these options, you will need to put enough force to spread open the pedal. To verify you are engaged, pull slightly upwards.
engage option 1: Step down and forwards into the pedal.
engage option 2: Step down with the cleat behind the
pedal. Then shimmy forwards and the pedal will flip over and
engage.
engage option 3: Step down with the cleat in front
of the pedal. Then pull backwards and the pedal will flip
over and engage. Usually it is easiest to make the pedal flip
over to engage during the downward stroke while pedaling.
These techniques take some practice. Place one foot on smooth
level ground and practice engaging and disengaging from each
pedal a number of times. Even if you are experienced with
clipless pedals, all clipless pedals take some practice to
get used to. Get used to them before going off-road or anywhere
dangerous.
Ti Spindles only: Rider maximum weight recommendation: 185
pounds (84kg). Eggbeater 4Ti pedals include high quality 6AL/4V
titanium Spindles. All other Eggbeater models use steel spindles.
Even the best titanium is not as strong as hardened steel.
Use your judgment as to whether ti spindles are appropriate
for you and your style of riding. At your option, if you damage
these titanium spindles during the first 2 years of use, we
will either replace them free of charge with steel spindles,
which are stronger, but weigh more per pair, or for a nominal
charge we will replace them with new titanium spindles.
Cleat release explanation: When the cleat with the two circles
is on your right shoe, it releases at about 15 degrees when
your heel is twisted outward, and about 20 degrees when your
heel is twisted inward. The cleat without the circles is a
mirror image of this. On your right shoe, it releases at about
20 degrees when your heel is twisted outward, and about 15
degrees when your heel is twisted inward. The cleats are symmetric
to each other. Therefore, both your feet will release the
same (early or late) as each other.
We recommend beginners always start with the cleat with the
two circles on the right shoe. Many experienced riders prefer
this position as well.
Step One: Position the cleat on the shoe and install
4mm Hex screws through the cleat and into the metal plate
in your shoe. Tighten the screws securely (40-50 in-lb (4-5
Nm)). Note: the cleats can rotate a few degrees each direction
in order to allow you to customize the right position for
you. You will probably need to reposition the cleats a few
times in order to place them in the best position.
Step Two: Place one foot on smooth level ground and
engage your other shoe into the pedal. Rotate your foot back
and forth a few times to feel the free float. For most people,
the best position for the cleat allows you to pedal comfortably
without having to twist against the spring tension. In other
words, when the cleat is properly positioned, you will feel
a few degrees of rotational motion without feeling spring
tension. Twist your heel outward to disengage from the pedal.
Step Three: If the cleat is not in the correct position,
loosen both screws and twist the cleat slightly. Re-tighten
the screws securely and repeat Step Two.
spring tension
With conventional pedals, if the spring tension is set low,
then it's easy to unclip but also easy to accidentally pull
out of the pedal. If the spring tension is set high, then
you won't accidentally pull out of the pedal but it's also
very hard to clip in or out.
The unique patented Eggbeater design eliminates the need for
spring tension adjustment. Retention is not dependent on spring
tension. Clipping in and out will become easier after the
cleats break in.
disengaging from the pedals
Release from the pedal is achieved by an outward twist of
the heel. It is also possible to release by twisting inwards
but generally this only takes place during a crash. When you
want to disengage, most riders find it easiest and safest
to do so by twisting outward.
tread interference (difficult clip
in and out)
Some shoes have a tread that is higher than average, which
can cause interference with the pedal, making it difficult
to clip in and out of the Eggbeaters. If you have tread interference,
the shims should help. Ideally, the tread of your shoe contacts
the pedal, but not too much. With ideal contact, you will
achieve maximum stability with easy clip in and out.
Try to clip your shoes in the pedals when you're not wearing
them and look closely to see if it appears there is excessive
contact between the tread and the pedal. If the pedal compresses
the tread, then you have interference that will make clipping
in and out more difficult. If this is the case, then you'll
need to either use the Shims (or shoe shields) provided, or
trim your tread. If you decide to trim the tread, we suggest
you use a hand-held sanding wheel (like a "Dremel") or a sharp
knife, but please be careful (including safety glasses) and
remove only a small amount of tread at a time in order to
check for interference. In the rare event that you need two
Shims per shoe, contact crankbrothers and we will provide
them for free. If you have interference, remove the cleat
and place the Shim (with the textured points) towards the
shoe and under the cleat. Stainless steel shoe shields are
also available, which provide especially good protection from
sole damage caused by pedal bar contact.
 Do
not use the Shim unless you have tread interference or your
shoe will be less stable on the pedal. Most shoes will not
cause tread interference with Eggbeaters. Also, make sure
that you have the cleat with 2 circles on your right shoe
because this will make both feet release earlier outwards.
More info: For more information regarding the mounting of
the pedals, their use, or maintenance, please go to your authorizeddealer
or contact crankbrothers. Always use a helmet and followthe
rules of the road when cycling. Always use proper headlightsand
taillights when riding at times of reduced visibility.
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