DK_DFW

I’m looking to replace the stock pedals on my Sirrus 3.0 bike and I’d like to get some kind of flat/platform pedals that I can use with regular sneakers. I’ve seen plenty of nice pedals such as RF Chesters/Atlas, oneUp Aluminum, Specialized Bennies etc. and I like most of them but I hear the pins would easily destroy my regular sneakers.
The only pedals that I saw and that seem to be ‘regular sneaker friendly’ are Shimano PD-EF202. Problem is they seem to be pretty heavy and I cant find them anywhere in a store to see what they look like and how they feel in person.
Anyone has any suggestions? Any Sirrus owners that replaced their stock pedals to another flat pedals that they use with regular sneakers? Thanks!

tyrion

I like minimal pins - I like a little traction but don't need a lot - so if the pins are too long for me I cut them down with an angle grinder.

I have some cheap Rock Bros pedals, extra large ones, that I'm very satisfied with. I don't think I cut the pins down on those. I had some Race Face Chesters and I did cut the pins down on those.

MrWasabi

If you can find some Shimano Saint PD-MX80 pedals, they might fit the bill. I have them and like them a lot.

DK_DFW

Thank you tyrion I’d like to avoid having to cut or mess with the pins nor do I think I have tools for that. I’ll check out the Rock Bros pedal though!

I like the Shimano Saint pedals but they too have metal pins. Did you use them with regular sneakers and if so didnt they they damage the shoes MrWasabi ? Thanks!

DorkDisk

Those pins are replaceable/removable.

These pedals are cheap and good.

VTBike

I have been extremely happy with these pedals:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ILX7OGA

The price is right and they are very grippy with regular sneakers. I hardly notice the pins and I have not noticed any damage to my sneakers.

DK_DFW

Thank you DorkDisk and VTBike
I’ll check out both of those pedals

Brambo

Second that. Those pedals came stock with my bike. Apparently they go by different names/models. My pedals is called VP 538, but are basically the same pedals as the ones you linked.

Jeff Neese

MKS Sylvans are a great platform pedal and work well with sneakers.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

ArneDarvin

Have you considered these pedals:
Specialized | Bennies Platform Pedals

DK_DFW

ArneDarvin I have and I like those a lot…but again those have the pins that would prob rip through the running shoes

ArneDarvin

Ah, I see the problem.

I solved it by buying MTB riding shoes that have a thicker sole. Unfortunately, the pins on my stock pedals aren't long enough to grip well and I wind up slipping a bit. So these pedals may be in my future.

MrWasabi

I do but I’m not a heavy duty rider (yet) and I’m not seeing any abuse of my shoes. I usually wear some trail/fitness type sneakers.

Skiddz

I have four bikes (two Sirrus', two MTB) in the house with these: Raceface Chester's. They wear well, are fairly lightweight, and haven't destroyed any shoes. You can buy them at many bike shops, and of course online.

Mojo31

Wife has Race Face Rides on her Sirrus. Pins are molded and not metal.

I use Race Face Aeffects on mine. Have not torn up shoes, but did nick the shin once. You learn to avoid that pretty quickly.

travbikeman

Zombie thread! Like the the Race Face Chester's I have on my hardtail mtb bike, but have taken out several of the screws on rock strikes.

Even testing out the knock off's, Fooker's so far on my hybrid. Not bad, but not sure on how long the bearings are going to last on Fookers. So far, liking the Chesters better.

Also testing the new PNW flat pedals on my ds mtn bike. So far these are nice.

Trav1s

LBS gave me set of pin pedals that I installed on my old Specialized Hardrock that are comparable to RF Chester, $15 less, and I supported the LBS in the process. They work well for single track with my daughter but I'm not a fan of metal pins on my hybrid so...

I removed the original pedals from the Quick 1 Disc and installed some aluminum Shimano PD-EF2002 flat pedals. I took them for a quick spin after the swap and they are an improvement of the original plastic pedals.

msalvetti

I just bought a new Trek FX Sport 4, and the LBS didn't have many replacement pedals in stock. So I went with the above recommended by VTBike. I like them a lot, very light and the pins have done no damage to the regular running sneakers I wear when I ride. Only have about 60 miles on them though.

Mark

t2p

Xpedo Juvee is another option similar to the Race Face Ride (plastic/composite w/molded pins)

Weight is around the same - 320 g - but the Juvee has a concave platform