Pedal question : Smaller the pedal = more power?

Prowlus

I'm wondering if this is true with the choice of pedal on a MTB . Would a smaller diameter pedal equate to greater pressure on the crankset/chain thus giving acceleration from the MTB?
I'm considering replacing my big chunky all mountain ones with smaller XC grade types

tombate911

no dont think so, the same amount of pressure is still being pushed downwards,

ddoogie

The force from your legs pushing down upon the pedals is the same, regardless of pedal size. However, the amount of energy transfered will vary (albeit to a v small degree) upon the stiffness of your shoe and the pedal size. A smaller pedal will need a stiffer sole to transfer all the force unto the pedal without the shoe bending around it. A larger pedal does not require such a stiff sole as there is a greater surface area. More to do with comfort that power transfer really.

I'd always go with a smaller pedal for XC as they will generally be lighter.

nicklouse

Err makes no difference.

what could make a difference is the way the whole foot to crank interface works.

there is only one thing that will change the force and that is crank length but again that is limited by inner leg length.

i feel that your question may have been better worded. if not then the answer is no and mat reduse the power transmitted.