A special feature is that the mechanism remains open when unclicked. This should make it particularly easy to get on. In fact, clicking in works intuitively right from the start if the pedals are aligned halfway horizontally. This is not guaranteed automatically, as the pedal bodies always remain in the position of the last exit due to their low weight. Thanks to the large contact surface, the pedals offer very good stability. As with earlier Time pedal systems, the exit is more a matter of travel than force. The tension to be overcome on the carbon fibre leaf spring is very low. Five degrees of lateral freedom of movement prevent knee problems.
The plates are made entirely of plastic and, from first impressions, wear out less quickly than the previous systems. A thin stainless steel plate on the base also serves to improve durability. With an overall height of 14.5 millimetres - the distance between the base and the centre of the axle - Xpresso is one of the flattest pedal systems. A low overall height is considered biomechanically favourable. Xpresso is available in five versions ranging from 49.95 euros to 269.95 euros. Our test pedal Xpresso 8 Carbon ranks second in the hierarchy and weighs 201 grams as a pair. Added to this are 86 grams for the cleats.
PLUS Low overall height, lightweight, good stability, easy entry and exit, lateral freedom of movement
MINUS Replacement panels relatively expensive, durability not yet known, expensive
Price 149.95 Euro; replacement plates 19.90 Euro
Reference/Info www.time-sport.com
