There are so many bike pedals out there. So how do you find out which brand and style are right for you? Check out this list of bike pedals most frequently recommended by Cycling experts to Curated customers, but then talk to an expert to see which pedal is best for you.
- Race Face Chester Composite Pedals Red
- Shimano PD-R8000 Ultegra Pedals
- Shimano - PD-M8120 Deore XT Pedal
- Shimano PD M520 SPD Pedals White
- Look Keo Blade Carbon W/Composite Blade Pedals
- Look - X-Track Race
- Look X-Track Grey Pedals
- ONEUP COMPONENTS - Aluminum Pedal Red
- Crank Brothers - Mallet 2 2016 - Raw Sliver
Race Face Chester Composite Pedals Red
Anyone looking for an entry level flat pedal that won't break the bank. It's cheap, durable, has pins that are grippy but won't chew your shins up to much, and they come in a ton of color options.
Keeping your feet on the pedals despite the terrain.
Being lightweight and used with normal shoes
Shimano PD-R8000 Ultegra Pedals
These pedals will be great for any type of road biking whether climbing or in the saddle for a long day on flat roads. Adjustable tension to make clipping in easier/harder.
Classic shimano design with a carbon platform. Adjustable tension for easy in and out engagement. Light cleats with a classic 3 hole road design. Shimano pedals last!
Shimano - PD-M8120 Deore XT Pedal
Uses the tried and true Shimano SPD system, with a more rugged and stable cage. Great for beginners, because it is one of the easiest clipless pedal systems. Good for XC, all mountain, and rocky terrain. Doubles as a make-shit platform pedal for riding around town on as well.
Versatile pedal that you'll feel comfortable with on the trail and around town! Light, decent platform.
Great for all levels of mountain biking and easy to adjust on the go if needed
Shimano PD M520 SPD Pedals White
All around good pedals for technical, flat, and climbing. Easy to clip into, easy to get your foot out - but not too easy. Great power transfer.
Perfect for clipless setups. Nice and light, but still very durable. They work great for XC type rides or for any longer type of ride.
Look Keo Blade Carbon W/Composite Blade Pedals
Will keep you locked in and give you great pedal efficiency on the up and down stroke. The strength of the clip is adjustable to make it easier/harder to clip out! Low weight and easy on the knees!
Look - X-Track Race
- Dual sided clip-in
- Compatible with 2 hole X track cleates
- Great for a variety of terrain
- Adjustable Release Tension
- Includes Cleats
Look X-Track Grey Pedals
Flowing trails and climbing. Has just enough float and doesn't "trap" your foot. Surprisingly lightweight.
ONEUP COMPONENTS - Aluminum Pedal Red
All levels of mountain biking and any type of walking shoe. These pedals have wide platforms and adjust metal spikes that help your shoe to grip the pedal very well.
Sticking your shoes to the pedals with their insane grip for trail riding, dirt jumping and bmx.
All types of riding, but mostly used for aggressive trail riding and park riding.
Crank Brothers - Mallet 2 2016 - Raw Sliver
Slightly cheaper than similar quality options, gives your foot a small platform to stand on before getting clipped in. Can be swapped to your mtb!
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