Thermoplastic construction with anti-slip grip pads forms the foundation of the Rally RS cleats from Garmin. These replacement cleats maintain the three-bolt mounting pattern that works with Shimano SPD-SL pedal systems, which means you can swap them onto Rally RS power meter pedals without changing your shoe setup or relearning cleat positioning. The material resists wear from walking on concrete or pavement between rides, and the reinforced contact surfaces handle the stress of power transfer without developing the play that comes with worn cleats.

The 4.5-degree float specification sits between fixed cleats and the wider rotation angles some riders prefer. This amount of movement lets your foot find its natural position during the pedal stroke while maintaining enough stability for hard efforts. If you're coming from fixed cleats, the float reduces knee stress by allowing small adjustments as you pedal. If you're used to more float, the 4.5-degree limit provides a more direct connection for sprints or climbs where you want immediate response from your pedal interface.

Each set includes mounting hardware with the proper bolt length and washers for standard three-bolt road shoe mounting. The cleats attach with a 4mm hex key, and Garmin recommends torquing the bolts between four and six foot-pounds to secure them without stripping the threads in your shoe's cleat plate. You can adjust cleat position fore-aft and laterally before final tightening, and the left and right cleats are identical so you don't need to worry about pairing them correctly.... Read More