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From: robertk@tekig.UUCP (Robert Kaires)
Newsgroups: net.bicycle
Subject: RE: toe clips without straps
Message-ID: <1987@tekig.UUCP>
Date: Fri, 27-Apr-84 07:21:53 EDT
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Posted: Fri Apr 27 07:21:53 1984
Date-Received: Mon, 30-Apr-84 05:35:31 EDT
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 >Someone has suggested that I remove the leather straps and just
 >use the metal portion of the clip. This makes it much easier to
 >get your foot in and out, and is almost as useful.

>>Aaack!  Don't do that.  Under heavy load, without the straps, you'll flex
>>the clips a lot more than they're designed for.  They're not all that
>>strong, and you can break them.  Finishing a long ride with only one clip
>>is distinctly unpleasant.

There is however a "mini-toe clip" which is designed to be used without
leather straps. It keeps your foot positioned correctly on the pedal but
does not provide the same downward force necessary to keep a cleat 
engaged. It is a destinct advantage over no clip however and it is very
easy to remove your foot. I think of it as "training wheels" for real toe
clips.
The mini clip came with my "Sekai 2400". I do not know if it is sold 
separately. Interested? Call your local Sekai dealer.

Bob Kaires