Titanium axles drop weight where it matters most in a pedal. The Time ATAC XC12 Pedals pair this material choice with a carbon-filled body to hit 120 grams per pedal, making them Time's lightest off-road option. For cross country racers, gravel competitors, and cyclocross riders counting grams on their race bikes, that weight savings at the extremities of the drivetrain translates to quicker acceleration and less rotational mass to spin up. The titanium construction does come with a 90kg rider weight limit, so heavier riders should look at the XC 10 with its hollow steel axle instead.

The ATAC retention system handles engagement through a wide entry angle that accepts the cleat from multiple approach positions. You don't need precise foot placement to clip in, which matters during cyclocross remounts at speed or when you're clipping back in on a steep climb where balance is already compromised. The open body design clears mud and debris each time you step in, pushing accumulated grime out of the mechanism rather than letting it pack in and interfere with engagement. Three spring tension positions let you dial release force to match your preference.

Float characteristics give your foot room to move naturally through the pedal stroke. The included ATAC cleats provide +/-5° of angular freedom and +/-2.5mm of lateral movement along the pedal axle. This combination of rotational and side-to-side float reduces the knee strain that builds during long efforts when your foot is locked into a fixed position. The cleats are reversible, offering either 13° or 17° release angles depending on how you mount them. If you prefer easier release for technical terrain, the ATAC Easy cleats (sold separately) drop that to 10°.... Read More