pedals and shoes

jimmyp1873

right where to start here......im after a couple of sets of pedals
im looking for a decent set of sdp's, wifey got me a pair of shoes not long after i got my bike, (nice of her) but i had to get clipless pedals as i couldnt use them with the flats that were on the bike, so i bought a cheap set to try them, now looking for something a bit better
i also want a good set of flats and shoes to suit because some of the trails near me are quite slow and tight and you need a steading foot quite a lot
im asking on here because the bike shops are too quick to fob you off with anything,hence needing to get new pedals to suit my shoes.

zero303

XT?

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ProductDetail.a ... 0%20Pedals

OllyUK

If you're looking for a pedal that does both there are things like the
m424: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ProductDetail.a ... D%20Pedals
M324:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ProductDetail.a ... n%20Pedals

However these tend to be jack of all trades but master of none, if you're looking into 2 seperate pedals (and Im assuming you're running SPD shoes), Chainreaction (and Merlin) have the xt pedals for pretty cheap now (Ive been running them for ~2 months and find them much better then my previous m520s and m424s in muddy conditions):
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=20687
http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/?fn=produ ... egoryId=81

As for flats there are the generally well regarded (though expensive) V12s
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... odelID=484
or the next model down the V8s
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... delID=3177

Wellago do a 'copy' of v8s and v12s however Im rather sceptical to their performance/construction:
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... odelID=665

Edit: What setup are you currently running Jimmy?

stumpyjon

Just for info Wiggle are doing OE XTR at the moment for £ 54.95 which looks pretty good

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ProductDetail.a ... E%20Pedals

Anyone know what the difference between OE and aftermarket pedals would be other than packaging? Personal I'm quite tempted at that price (and before anyone comments, yes it would be for the bling factor ).

OllyUK

I think oe have different warrenty conditions...not sure though

Atz

I'm wearing Spec shoes (no clue what model) and using Crank Bros pedals... nice combo and they work for me (was a SPD virgin at the outset). I like crank brothers stuff though so it could just be me.

jimmyp1873

its spesh shoes ive got not too sure of the model but they cost £60 was out today playing about on an old bmx track and it was hopeless couldnt get clipped in due to the snow my feet were just slideing straight off the pedals

OllyUK

Are they spesh sport mtb (3 velcro straps)?

Also for cliplless consider crankbros eggbeaters, which have a greater degree of float then SPDs

MilitantGraham

I've had spd pedals clog solid with frozen mud on one side.
Not had that problem with my new Crank Bros pedals yet. Maybe just lucky, but they do claim to be more mud resistant and certainly look like they should be.

Splasher

A couple of things reading down the thread:

You can't properly ride caged SPD pedals (such as the M424) with flat shoes. The cleat stands up and that's what your foot sits on. Slippy doesn't begin to describe it. Plus the retention mechanism on M424s is poor and clogs easily.

The difference between OE and retail parts varies. On pedals, it is only likely to be the packaging since none come with a warranty greater than 12 months. On forks for example, you can get a very lame imitation of the original with lower quality materials and reduced features.

SPDs don't stop you putting your foot down. Look at Peaty or any of the clipped in DHers and you'll see them sliding the corners foot down exactly the same. And with quality pedals set loose and experience, you can get unclipped immediately in emergencies. You really can have the best of both worlds.

Obviously, I wouldn't recommend them for 5' skinnies (that's a type of riding, not a person before I offend any short light people)

BlackSpur

Another suggestion for flats, Wellgo MG1s
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Wellgo-MG1-Mag-Alloy-Flat-MTB-Pedals-Freeride-Blk-NEW_W0QQitemZ170181792381QQihZ007QQcategoryZ36137QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Sealed bearings, magnesium body and removable pins for £30. Bargain!

deadpool2e

Crank Bro Candys are good and you can get one to suit your budget, i have done 5' Skinnies uncliped with those.

Steve_b77

How about these, Halfords "Freeride" Pedals :?:


They're normal flatties on one side and SPD style on the other so they cover both your need in one pedal.

Mag alloy pedals, sealed bearings, plenty of grip on the flat side and £35 if you find a Halfords with the priced up wrong

Regarding shoes I bought a set of Shimano MT41's, they're grippy on the sole for flatties and are nice and comfy, and look like this :arrow:


Between £40 and £50 depending on where you buy them

DAM

I have just converted to Crank Bros egg beaters. I have used shimano and VP (cheaper shimano copies) for years and they are good, but the Egg Beaters are brilliant. Very light, easy to get in and out of and much more stable than I thought they would be.

jimmyp1873

thanx for all the replies folks, between this and things ive read in mags it seems what is good for one might not be good for another, anyway i will look into new spd's for the shoes i have (spesh mtb sports) and i might try a decent pair of shoes with a flat sole and try them with the flats that were on my bike when i got it