Cleaning the Pedals
Clean the pedals periodically. Every week or after every ride off the road, use a damp toothbrush to brush away any dirt found on the pedals and cleats. Dry the pedals thoroughly with a cloth. Drop a few drops of oil onto any moving parts of the pedal and wipe off the excess.
Tightening the Screws
Tighten the adjustment screws every month using an Allen wrench. Reset the tension to the appropriate level by tightening or loosening the tension adjustment screw on the back of the pedal. Lubricate the screw with a drop of oil.
Greasing the Pedals
Remove the pedals from the bike once a year with an Allen wrench. Clean off any accumulated gunk. Put a couple of drops of lubricant (silicone grease) on the pedal threads. Reattach and tighten.
Muddy Riding
When you know you are going to hit the trails and there might be mud, spray some Pam cooking oil on the pedals and cleats to keep the mud from sticking and your clips from getting gunked up.
Article Written By Jason Gordon
Jason Gordon has been a writer for more than seven years. In addition to online freelance work, he has written for "Texas Highways," "AAA Southwest," "Glimpse," the "University of Washington Daily" and the "Dallas Morning News." Gordon also has master's degrees in public administration and international studies.
