Is this normal?

[the_mikey]

Mine after about 7 months of use..

 

[Globalti]

The crucial parts of those cleats are on their upper surfaces where the "claw" action of the pedal grips them so the underneath can take a lot of damage. As they wear you are more likely to experience sloppiness on the pedal than any clipping or unclipping problem.

 

[Road_Runner]

I would say that it's down cheap Wellgo plastic unless you're literally stopping yourself with them instead of using the brakes.

These are mine after about 9-12 rides.

 

[Accy cyclist]

I have a decent pair of spd mtb shoes that've so far lasted 15 years and have been walked in many miles after puncture walks home etc. They're a bit heavy but i prefer to be able to walk and not have to slide!