Shimano PD-R550 Pedals SPD-SL black

Shimano shoes and pedals
For decades, SPD and SPD-SL have set standards in cycling shoes and pedals that others struggle to match. Legendary systems engineering technologies and manufacturing excellence set Shimano apart from the competition. Shoe experts work directly with pedal engineers to achieve an optimal shoe-pedal interface that integrates the latest advances in cycling biomechanics, material design and efficient, robust SPD and SPD-SL systems.
Developed together. Tested together. Performed together. SPD and SPD-SL shoe/pedal combination form an integrated power delivery platform based on the design philosophy of finding the optimal fit to meet the performance and comfort needs of each individual rider.

For the professional rider: Optimal power transmission. For the enthusiast: faster, longer rides with more comfort. For the relaxed rider ... let's just say that when everything works so well together, it's just even more fun!

Shimano SPD SL - Efficient power transmission
SPD-SL is the further development of the SPD system specially designed for road bikes. This pedal platform was developed specifically for the demands of world-class road racers. The seamless interface between pedal and cleat ensures more effective power transfer under the extreme pedal loads encountered in competitive conditions.