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Speedplay's offer a unique free floating feeling unlike any other pedal (Image credit: Paul Smith©.)

Speedplay's lollipop pedals offer dual-sided entry and a selection of colours, axle materials and adjustment options. The Light Actions give 15° of non-adjustable, non-centering float and the unique pedal body and cleat require very little force to operate (once you get used to the stomp motion, rather than toe first).

They're also very clunky to walk on, but provide a solid platform for pedalling. While the Light Actions are pitched as 'hybrid' pedals, most leisure riders would be far better off with a walkable pedal/shoe combo. That said, they offer a unique free-float feeling unlike any other. The low-stress float is great for problematic knees, but we found that it's not ideal for heavy sprinting because you can drift in the Light Actions too much. They're a good combination of strength and low weight and have a grease port for maintenance.