New to MTN biking and want to use my x series doing that - possible? Shoes?
No, not really practical if you expect to have to ever clip out on the trail. The X pedals have VERY little tolerance for getting fouled.
any opinions on something similar? lower cost.
Go with Shimano XTR pedals and don’t look back.
Yes Shimano has a good line, though I think the XT at 100 (XTR is 200) bucks is all you’ll ever need. They have a couple of lower level pedals too that should be bombproof, but if you’re used to a fair amt of float, I think their cheaper pedals are only 4 degrees, while XT/XTR is 6. Speedplay makes an MTB pedal (Frog) that has lots of float, I’ve tried them, but am happier on Crank Brothers Eggbeaters. If you decide on Eggbeaters, I’d go with the “3”, as it has bearings inner and outer, while the lower levels have an inner bushing, and is not as long-lived.
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1108486_-1_1524500_20000_400264
Are you talking the candy 3 or the 3? Are they a good option for a larger rider @ 200+lbs?
Are you talking the candy 3 or the 3? Are they a good option for a larger rider @ 200+lbs?
the 3 level in Crankbrothers has the dual bearing setup, so either std or Candy is same internally. I have Candys on my SS for the larger platform, since there's more "mashing" on SS. They do feel a little better than the std Eggbeaters I ride. Not sure if there is any pedal/brand that is preferred by heavier riders. Probably get better answers to any MTB question over at MTBR.com forums. http://forums.mtbr.com/
New to MTN biking and want to use my x series doing that - possible? Shoes?
Absolutely not. Whatever mountain bike-specific shoes fit your foot and your budget. I’m a fan of SPDs, some people aren’t.
http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/PE703A07-Shimano%20Pd-M520%20Pedal.aspx
These are cheap, work beautifully and have lasted me 3 years so far. Best money on bike components I have ever spent. XTR are not going to be worth it unless your trying to keep your bike under 20 lbs
Speedplay makes a mtb pedal - Frogs. Some people don’t like them for super-technical stuff, since if you unclip they’re very slick. But otherwise have the non-centering float. Super-easy to clip in and out.
Speedplay makes a mtb pedal - Frogs. Some people don’t like them for super-technical stuff, since if you unclip they’re very slick. But otherwise have the non-centering float. Super-easy to clip in and out.
^ This
Please, please, please do not use Speedplays for MTB. It is one of the absolute dumbest things that I ever did. Truly stupid and I hurt for days afterwards. You simply can’t get out of the pedals fast enough and that is super important when learning to ride MTB. Also, don’t use road shoes for MTB. Those lugs on the bottom of MTB shoes can save you from falls as well. I went straight to Candy 3 pedals and I found them easy to use. SPD are supposedly very nice too. Get proper pedals and shoes!!
As others have said DO NOT use Speedplay road pedals for off road riding. I did this once due to a combination of issues/constraints and ended up in the emergency room with several inches of Yucca plant skewered through my arm. The ER did not get it all out and it took months to work its way out. Not a happy memory.
The Speedplay Frogs are great.
Cheers,
Jim
Thanks all.
I agree and I also use Candy’s
jaretj
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Speedplay has a new mtb pedal coming out that looks pretty sweet if you like the feel of speedplay road pedals:
http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/interbike-2011-speedplays-new-syzr-mountain-bike-pedal-in-depth
(edited for newer link)
Justin
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