Clydesdale - Pedals?

[Fishrising]

Hi All! Clydesdale needs help here. Two years ago I got back into cycling, and am riding a 63cm Trek 2100 with Mavic Ksyrium SSC SL2 wheels. I need help with deciding on replacement pedals.

HISTORY: When I got the bike I was 6'7" and 280lbs. I rode and got down to 255lbs. Now, after not riding since the fall, and not paying attention to nutrition I am back to nearly 280lbs. So, it's time to get on the trainer to prepare for spring road riding and get back into shape.

The bike came with Shimano 505 pedals, I destroyed those spindals in about a month, and purchased Look KEO Sprints. Probably not the best decision but the price was right. Now those I think are shot.

What do you recommend for a clydesdale of my size for a good set of pedals? I would prefer to stay under $200, but if the benefits are there I could spend more. I would like to find a pedal that I can step into on either side, but that is not a "must have."

Thoughts?

Thanks in advance!

[big john]

Shimano SPDs. I always use mtb pedals.

[waterrockets]

It's hard for me to believe that your weight is shortening your pedal life, but it would seem to be so. I wouldn't think you'd spend enough time out of the saddle to impact them.

I've had good luck and long life with the Look classics, and I've been as heavy as 225 lbs. My old Look-compatible Shimano pedals are still silky smooth after 16 years of use.

[hyunelan2]

My brother (6'6" 250lbs) has been using Shimano SPD pedals (I think the a520 or similar?) for a few years. They've worked well for him.

[evblazer]

I have used speedplay zero stainless steel version from 300+ down to 260 ish, actually the special edition pink version that I inherited from the wife when she went to light-action speedplays. I have put around 5k on them with alot of standing up hill and starting from stops in potentially too high a gear. Definately not for walking but my commute is 90 minutes or so each way so they are worth it to me with the nice adjustable float and solid retention.
I have some eggbeater candies stainless which have held very well also and they are very easy walking shoes. I

[Barabus]

285 lbs and happy with both sets of LOOK PD357's. 4000miles between the pair and no problems.

[Scummer]

I use older Look aluminum pedals (can't remember the model) as well and I'm trapping at 205lbs currently. They've held up over the years without any issues.

[CliftonGK1]

I have an old (at least 10-12 years) set of Shimano M545 SPD pedals. I've used them for off-road, urban beater (riding stairs and jumping off loading docks), and commuter purposes without any issues. My weight has ranged from 215 pounds up to 265 pounds. Recently I moved them from my old commuter to my brand new bike, and they're still going strong.

[markhr]

Time, every time!
http://www.timesport.fr/us/home.htm
http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/pedal/index_T.shtml
http://www.roadbikereview.com/mfr/time/pedals/MPL_6466_2503crx.aspx

Also have a look at Bebop and Speedplay
http://www.bebop.com/
http://www.speedplay.com/

[barndoor]

Shimano spd's work great for me.....6'7" 270

...also, for commuting and general riding around, I use the Performance Forte' campus pedals...looks like a regular pedal, flat on one side and spd on the other.....best of both worlds :)

[late]

Shimano A520 touring pedals. Had mine for years, I weigh almost as much as you do. If you want a road pedal, try one of the Shimano road pedals.

http://www.lickbike.com/productpage.aspx?PART_NUM_SUB='0767-05'

[Mr. Beanz]

240 lbs, SPD's, 12,000 miles no probs. I've used SPD's cause I ride also ride a tandem, supporting the bike at stops was tricky with road shoes. So I stuck to SPD's. Did feel like a fred sprotin' them on a roadie till I did a mtn ride with some super climber. A group of us, but this guy squashed everone on the climb. Later had a chance to talk. Real nice guy, then found out he also was sportin SPD's. If it was good enough for him, it's good enough for me! He's a local well known racer (Jim Something) Older guy but spanks all the young dudes in the mtns!

Moral of the story, ride SPD's, they will make you a nice guy!:D

[Spinz@50]

SPD 6620's. Lite and tough. Lp

[barba]

Avoid titanium spindles, but besides that get whatever style you like.

[Antelope 70cm]

290-300lbs. Older pair of Look pp247's. Never a problem