Thread: Is there an easy way to tell what size pedal threads you have?
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Old 08-01-10, 06:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Retro Grouch
The common sizes in the US are 1/2" and 9/16". One piece cranks take 1/2" and virtually everything else is 9/16".

So why have bicycle pedals (and headsets) escaped the conversion to metric?
You forgot chains all have a 1" pitch. Most seatposts just use the metric size of an older standard measurement.
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