{"product_id":"shimano-sm-sh12-blue-spd-sl-road-cleat-set-2-degree-float","title":"Shimano SM-SH12 Blue SPD-SL Road Cleat Set - 2° Float","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content--title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content--title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content--title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content--title\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11,0\"\u003eSovereign Biomechanical Stability: Advanced 2-Degree Front-Pivot Center Float Meets Ultra-Rigid Composite Engineering and High-Friction Slip-Resistant Ground Walking Pads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1\"\u003eEliminate energy-wasting lateral foot rock across intense training blocks, anchor your soles with absolute biomechanical precision, and channel every single watt cleanly into your drivetrain. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1\" data-index-in-node=\"196\"\u003eShimano SM-SH12 Blue SPD-SL Road Cleat Set\u003c\/b\u003e represents the definitive choice for competitive road cyclists, criterium racers, and high-performance endurance riders who require a highly stable, tight connection without sacrificing joint-friendly alignment. Sourcing genuine groupset hardware independently from international online warehouses often exposes you to long shipping delays, single-item courier minimums, or unexpected port clearance hold-ups. Epic Sports handles all international bulk logistics natively, straight to Nairobi. Injection-molded from a hard-wearing composite matrix, these low-profile road cleats lock you into perfect alignment for elite power transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11,3\"\u003eWhy the Shimano SM-SH12 Blue Matrix Rules the Blacktop:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrecision 2-Degree Front-Pivot Center Float:\u003c\/b\u003e Biomechanical joint safety. Restricts total angular movement to a tight 2-degree loop, anchoring the front tip pivot securely while allowing minor lateral heel play to protect your knee joints under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUltra-Rigid Injection-Molded Composite Build:\u003c\/b\u003e Maximized power fidelity. Formulated from premium nylon-based composite materials to prevent structural deflection and flex during maximum-effort out-of-the-saddle field sprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Friction TPU Walking Pad Layers:\u003c\/b\u003e Integrated slip-resistant safety. Outfitted with specialized co-molded blue thermoplastic polyurethane blocks that provide solid ground grip when stopping at junctions or walking through the café.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExtra-Wide Three-Bolt Shoe Interface:\u003c\/b\u003e Uniform pressure mapping. Distributes heavy pedaling forces across an expansive footbed footprint to completely eliminate hot spots, foot cramping, and premature shoe sole wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"11,4,4,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComplete Flush-Fit Precision Mounting Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Immediate out-of-the-box installation. Arrives fully equipped with two pro-tier blue cleats, six heavy-duty square washers, and six thread-treated metric attachment bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11,6\"\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Product Architecture:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11,7\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface Performance Variable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Architecture \u0026amp; Product Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePedal System Interface Standard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,1,0\" 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Pattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,5,1,0\"\u003eStandard Wide \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eThree-Hole Cleat Alignment Layout\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncluded Hardware Matrix\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,6,1,0\"\u003e2 Cleats, 6 Structural Fixing Washers, 6 Cleat Mounting Bolts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEcosystem Optimization\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan 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