Shimano M520 Clipless

Xybadog

As there have been a lot of questions from newbs recently about clipless pedals, I thought I would share the following:

Undoubtedly the best rated beginner clipless MTB pedal is the Shimano M520, for many reasons (see reviews). I have just come across them at an incredible price on one of the online retailers that doesn't get too much of a mention, but some people swear by them, and that's MERLIN. (Never used them myself till 2nite)

If you've never tried clipless, this price is excellent. Currently over £9 cheaper than Wiggle and £4 cheaper than CRC.

Only prob I've found is they state "available in Black and Silver" but you don't get to make your choice of colour during ordering. I don't give a toss at that price, they could be pink for all I care. Try the link below if you're interested, I think they'e excellent value.

http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/?fn=product&productId=720&categoryId=81

toasty

Quite a lot use Merlin, they do reliable wheel builds (usually) and some really good deals on Rockshox Forks. Hence they're usually mentioned in any wheels or forks thread.

I've got some M520 from there too, very good

MattW87

I have the M520s, as does my brother, work well, look smart, dirt cheap,...what else do you want from pedals?

Highly rated

Andy B

I've got a set of M520's on the 'local' ride bike, great pedals.

And a set of XTR M970's on the full susser, again great pedals, but with added bling

The real bonus is that I got both 2nd hand and paid £40 for the 2 pairs in total