commuting flat pedals recommendation
10-23-20, 02:52 AM
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commuting flat pedals recommendation
the stock plastic pedals on my commuter are getting rattly and need a change.
Im going for another flat pedal, plastic/nylon, but would like it to be pretty reliable/robust and a little more grippy, so a lower end plastic/nylon mtb pedal looks a good fit.
Nukeproof evo looks nice and in the price range but lots of reports of the Allen nut falling out so looking for alternatives.
What have you used that youve found reliable?
(keeping the budget in check(<70 quid), they wont be used on crazy trails, something light (<400g)and grippy )
Im going for another flat pedal, plastic/nylon, but would like it to be pretty reliable/robust and a little more grippy, so a lower end plastic/nylon mtb pedal looks a good fit.
Nukeproof evo looks nice and in the price range but lots of reports of the Allen nut falling out so looking for alternatives.
What have you used that youve found reliable?
(keeping the budget in check(<70 quid), they wont be used on crazy trails, something light (<400g)and grippy )
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10-23-20, 04:30 AM
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I'm a huge fan of the Raceface Chester. It's about the same price as the Evo, and I have several thousands of miles on several pairs (multiple bikes) of these and all of it trouble free. I believe one of my pairs has about 10k miles on them and there's no real sign of wear.
In stock on Amazon, btw. Finding anything in stock right now is no sure thing.
In stock on Amazon, btw. Finding anything in stock right now is no sure thing.
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10-23-20, 06:39 AM
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I've been using Issi Thump pedals on my mountain bike with sneakers for a while and they feel really nice. I like the curved concave shape.
for really cheap pedals that feel nice, look into Odyssey Twisted plastic pedals. they're tall and not super grippy, but probably fine for commuting.
for really cheap pedals that feel nice, look into Odyssey Twisted plastic pedals. they're tall and not super grippy, but probably fine for commuting.
10-23-20, 07:04 AM
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I’ve put easily 15,000 miles combined on two sets of the plastic version of Odyssey Grandstand pedals on my two bikes with no reliability issues, per se. I never think about them while riding which is a compliment. They do tend to loosen up especially when new, so you have to adjust the hardware to keep the bushings from being too loose.
My only complaint is that the end cap is kinda annoying to remove. You are supposed to twist it out with needle nose pliers or something similar but if it’s been a while and they are reluctant to move, the soft plastic gives way and they end up damaged and needing to be replaced. Matter of fact I’m going to call up the shop and get them to order some more caps.
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My only complaint is that the end cap is kinda annoying to remove. You are supposed to twist it out with needle nose pliers or something similar but if it’s been a while and they are reluctant to move, the soft plastic gives way and they end up damaged and needing to be replaced. Matter of fact I’m going to call up the shop and get them to order some more caps.
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10-23-20, 07:39 AM
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My favorite are the MKS Grip Kings, I have a few pairs of them. They seem to have been replaced by the MKS Grip Monarch.
10-23-20, 07:56 AM
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RaceFace Rides on my wife's hybrid work well. She didn't want the metal pegs - can't be scratching up those legs, you know.
10-23-20, 11:13 AM
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Whew. I had a set of those but got rid of them. My feet kept slipping off. They lack a stud on the outer center of the pedal, right above the axle. Real shame, seemed like a nice pedal otherwise.
For commuter pedals a simple set of Wellgo platforms work great. You can get them for under $20 new, practically free used.
For commuter pedals a simple set of Wellgo platforms work great. You can get them for under $20 new, practically free used.
10-23-20, 11:15 AM
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Another vote for Race Face Chester.
10-23-20, 12:59 PM
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I have pedals from Rock Bros, which are probably just knockoffs of a Race Face pedal. No complaints here.
10-23-20, 02:46 PM
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For a budget upgrade, I like the plastic-bodied BMX pedals like the Animal 'Hamilton' or Odyssey 'Twisted'
Light-ish, decent grip, and serviceable bearings. You can find them all day long for $20, sometimes as low as $10, if you don't mind funky colors, although the plain black are good if you're trying to keep the bike low-key.
Light-ish, decent grip, and serviceable bearings. You can find them all day long for $20, sometimes as low as $10, if you don't mind funky colors, although the plain black are good if you're trying to keep the bike low-key.
10-23-20, 03:32 PM
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Since I was already paying shipping, I bought a couple of sets. They're working fine with the Wellgo toe clips from my old pedals.
At some point in the future, when I know more about cycling and more about myself, I may go clipless. These got me going again without getting into that just now.
10-23-20, 04:18 PM
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There have been several high-quality and affordable nylon pedals with steel pins release in the past year or two. Race Face Chesters were the first to really nail it, but I like a few of the newer arrivals better.
I think the Kona Wha Wha 2 composite pedals and the Diety Deftrap pedals are really great. Very large and supportive platforms.
I think the Kona Wha Wha 2 composite pedals and the Diety Deftrap pedals are really great. Very large and supportive platforms.
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10-23-20, 04:44 PM
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I have two pair of these. As long as these are being made, I'll never buy any other flat pedal.
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10-29-20, 10:19 PM
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OP update:
Got the Chester's and they are great. Much bigger change to my cycling than I expected.
The stock plastic pedals were not grippy but Chester's almost lock the feet in place. Finding I stand a lot more and use my body to manoeuvre the bike around, like when I used to MTB. Makes the bike feel more precise and I feel more in control at higher speeds, at least in thr city where cars, people and other bikes can appear out of nowhere .
Excellent low cost upgrade to really add to the bikes feel and comfort.
Got the Chester's and they are great. Much bigger change to my cycling than I expected.
The stock plastic pedals were not grippy but Chester's almost lock the feet in place. Finding I stand a lot more and use my body to manoeuvre the bike around, like when I used to MTB. Makes the bike feel more precise and I feel more in control at higher speeds, at least in thr city where cars, people and other bikes can appear out of nowhere .
Excellent low cost upgrade to really add to the bikes feel and comfort.
