The Time Xpresso pedals use Time's Iclic automatic engagement system where the pedal mechanism automatically centers and engages the cleat without requiring precise foot placement. The pedal body uses composite construction with an integrated metal retention mechanism. A chromoly axle runs on sealed cartridge bearings that isolate rotation from dirt and water intrusion. The pedal platform provides a contact surface that distributes pressure across the shoe sole during the pedal stroke.

These pedals work with Time's Iclic three-bolt cleats and are not compatible with Look Keo, Shimano SPD-SL, or other three-bolt road systems despite the similar mounting pattern on shoes. The cleat interface geometry is specific to Time's Iclic platform. The automatic engagement system requires less precise foot positioning during clipping in compared to spring-based retention mechanisms. Once engaged, the cleats provide multi-directional float that allows your foot to rotate naturally on the pedal. The sealed bearing system extends service intervals compared to loose ball bearing designs. When bearings eventually wear, the cartridge design allows for straightforward replacement without specialized tools.

The Xpresso sits in Time's road pedal lineup as an entry-level option into the Iclic platform. The composite body construction keeps the pedal accessible while maintaining the automatic engagement characteristics that define Time's pedal systems. The pedal body sits close to the crank arm, maintaining a natural pedaling stance with narrow Q-factor positioning. Stack height—the distance between the pedal axle and the cleat mounting surface on the shoe—remains consistent with other Time road pedals. The pedals ship with cleat mounting hardware but not the cleats themselves, which need to be purchased separately.