Product Comparison: Time ATAC XC4 vs Shimano SPD (EPDM520S)
General Specifications
Brand
Time
Shimano
Model
ATAC XC4
SPD (EPDM520S)
Origin
France
Japan
About the Product
The ATAC XC 4 pedal is designed for cross country mountain bike riders. It features a chromed, hollow steel axle making it light and durable. The exclusive ATAC system (TIME patent) offers very easy engagement and its open design automatically clears debris each time you step in.
Classic SPD reliability and performance perfected for MTB or Road Cyclists. Compact body design with open binding for easy entry. Better mud and debris shedding than any pedal in its class.
Key Specs
Type
Click pedal
Click pedal
Body Material
Composite
Forged Alloy
Pedal Weight
147 g.
190 g.
Intended Purpose
Trail, Mountain riding
Trail, Mountain riding
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Time ATAC XC4 Pedals
- Simple, effective pedals. Been riding time for 20+ years and they just work.
- Great pedals, super durable and great price.
- I do expect these pedals to last a really long time, hence why I dropped the beaters.
- Time ATAC pedals are the best. I have been using them for two decades since Look broke up.
Shimano SPD (EPDM520S) Pedal Clipless Pedals
- This pedal system is highly recommended for good reason. Having the ability to clip on both sides is very important for a newbie like me.
- The engage/disengagement is super smooth and they look practically the same as 747's.
- These pedals clip securely but are also easy to get out of.
- The quality is excellent and looks like they should last for a long time.
- These are rebuildable, but are so cheap to buy when you can catch them on sale, and last so long, it seems rediculous to think about rebuilding them.
Size & Weight
Height
3 in.
1.6 in.
Width
6 in.
3.2 in.
Depth
8 in.
7.9 in.
Weight
0.65 lbs.
0.84 lbs.
Features
Color
Black
Silver
Spindle
Hollow steel axle; Steel bearings
CrMo sealed cartridge bearing spindle
Bearings
Steel Ball Bearings
Sealed cartridge bearings
Dual-Side Entry
Yes
Yes
Cleats Included
Yes
Yes
Accessories Included
ATAC Easy cleats
A pair of SM-SH51 cleats
Extras
Auto tension adjustment, Self Cleaning
Mud and debris shedding, Open binding for easy-entry, Compact body design
What customers say about "Features"
Time ATAC XC4 Pedals
- Sheds mud like a champ and no cleat hang ups like Shimano SPD's.
- I like how the newer, more square-like edge on the binding/release mechanism feels when clicking in.
- They are the most reliable in foul weather conditions.
Shimano SPD (EPDM520S) Pedal Clipless Pedals
- The pedals are great looking and are easy to clip in.
- I liked that they came with cleats for my shoes so that I did not have to guess which kind would fit.
- This system works great and you'll immediately notice a better power transfer.
- I use these pedals on my road bike, and love them. The accompanying shoe design lets me walk without using cleat covers or damaging the cleats.
- They held up over the season and even when the mud built up, clipping in wasn't too hard.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer warranty
2 year(s)
2 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manual
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