SQlab Road Pedals 512

Thanks to the different axle lengths, the 512 road bike clipless pedal ensures a gentle, ergonomic and at the same time dynamic, optimal position on the bike. Unlike conventional clipless pedals, which almost force the feet into a parallel, unnatural foot position, the 512 road bike pedal allows for a physiological and natural foot position. This not only prevents one-sided stress, especially on the fibula head, but also improves power transmission. The SQlab pedal technology ensures a rounded step in a natural, anatomical position.

Features of the SQlab Road Pedal 512

• lightweight road bike clipless pedal
• ergonomic foot position for better power transmission
• adjustable step-in and step-out hardness
• size: S, M, L, XL
• axle length (in mm): -5 (S), 0 (M), +8 (L) and +15 (XL)
• weight (in g): 235 (S), 240 (M), 260 (L), 270 (XL)
• pedal axle length (in mm, cleat-crank spacing): 50 (S), 53.70 (M), 61.8 (L), 68.4 (XL)
• range of use: Road
• material pedal body: CFK
• material pedal axle: CRMO
• click system: Spiral spring
• scope of delivery:
  • 1x SQlab 512 pedals (set)
  • 1x SQlab cleats with 4,5° lateral freedom of movement (set)
  • compatible with Look Keo pedal system
  • Cleats with 6° release angle

Which axle length is needed and when?

Shorter axle:

These pedals are rarely used, but still have their justification. The short axle is suitable for cyclists with small shoe size, who can ride with a parallel foot position. The so-called Q-factor is thus lower.
Especially in combination with a narrow seat bone distance and narrow hip width it makes sense to stand with the feet as close together as possible. The short axle length is also suitable for children.

Medium axle:

The commercially available measurement, for those who are honestly fine with the market leader pedals in this range.

Longer axle:

A longer axle is important for people whose foot position is V-shaped when viewed from above. If the feet are placed parallel on the pedals, this no longer corresponds to the natural position and it can lead to complaints in the knees. If you experience discomfort, especially on the outside of the knee at the fibula head, you should place your feet on the pedal in their natural position. With SQlab road bike clipless pedals, the cleat can usually be adjusted in this way without any problems. However, as it is then usually too narrow for the heel and this rubs against the crank or the frame, the longer axle of the SQlab pedals simply provides more space for this foot position. Also from shoe size 45 it is often tight and you can see smoothly polished cranks.