Mountain Biking - Ready to make the jump

Ok I'm ready to make the jump from platforms to clipless. problem is I'm having a tough time understanding what makes one pedal better than another. and the product reviews are so controversial with each other..

I was looking at some eggbeater c's but I'm not sure if I want to have to put on my MTB shoes (which I don't have yet so I'm looking at those to... I know the shoes are mostly personal preference.) on every time I want to ride my bike.

I was also looking at something like these:
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/17228-240_SHIM58-3-Parts-65-Pedals/Mountain/Shimano-M540-MTB-SPD-Pedals.htm

http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/17295-240_SHIM38-3-Parts-65-Pedals/Mountain/Shimano-Pd-m324-Spd-Dual-Platform-Pedals.htm
:o

Good thread, I'm looking at a new bike and am deathly afraid of these darm clipless pedals. I'm always afraid I'm going to fall and not be able to get out of them. I would like to know some good clipless pedals that are easy to get out of.


Dan

Get the 540's or maybe consider the 545's if you're looking for a platform combo type.

Don't get the 324's.

get the 540's. you dont really need a platform; all they do is add weight you dont need and dont look good.

Good thread, I'm looking at a new bike and am deathly afraid of these darm clipless pedals. I'm always afraid I'm going to fall and not be able to get out of them.

Rotate your heel to the outside.




I would like to know some good clipless pedals that are easy to get out of.


Shimano SPD has adjustable release tension so you can dial it way down until you get over your irrational fears.

I'll be racing soon, and I guess you can say I'm hard on bikes and parts, so maybe this'll help with a decision.
I've decided to quit being a pansy and just get full clip less, and not worry about the platform combo thing, its just added weight, more things to bash against rocks and roots, and mud catchers.
I'll just jog to the mailbox and back. Or, stop being so lazy and put the shoes on....

On some of the reviews, I've noticed people saying their egg beaters have broke, and that the bearings wear out and stuff... that doesn't appeal to me... I've had 2 seats fall off in the middle of the trail so far.... (thank god for my thomson elite...) At least I can still ride with no seat... pedal... is a different story.

540's seem pretty decent from what I've read,

I'm taking a wild guess that the shoe differences would be stuff like weight, colors, material, treads, and the such. Is there any special shoes for special stuff?

I use EggBeaters. For some reason, there seemed to be a lot of Crank Bros. haters in that thread. there are a lot of people who use Eggbeaters and LOVE them. Beside, if your pedal does blow up, rebuild kits are like $12.

What version do you have?
Most of the haters on MTBR seem to be targeting the chrome cheap ones.

Also, whats the correct pronunciation of "Shimano"
I've hear it like Shee-man-oh
Oh Shi-man-oh
GA has to many accents.
just so I don't walk into my LBS and get laughed at.
+)

What version do you have?
Most of the haters on MTBR seem to be targeting the chrome cheap ones.

Umm, 2Ti's? :o

Well thats why you haven't broken them... You got them pricey ones.


Don't you just love my English? Been in GA to long....

Well thats why you haven't broken them... You got them pricey ones.


Don't you just love my English? Been in GA to long....

Jesus, you're right! Fail grammar. :D

Believe it or not, Im passing Lit with a 95+ I have the top grade LOL
Back on topic, as I need new pedals... like NOW, I really am starting to hate platforms, kept slipping off when I crossed the creek. recent rains made it deeper than normal to... 1.5-2 feet of nice cold water

Well, I've been having luck with my Eggbeater SL's on my road bike...

Road bikes don't get beat like MTN's though.

Road bikes don't get beat like MTN's though.

I mean, I put three times as many miles on my road bike then on the MTB.

But does that make up for the constant jars, bumps, jerks, hits, and grime of the trails?
IDK, I just want something that I can pay under 100 for and be able to ride worry free.
because I still have to get shoes along with it

Cheeto and Profail, sittin' in a tree......

I don't ride my rode bike like the Road Weenies do. I'd say I ride it closer to a 'cross bike. I encounter a lot of grime on my rides. I can't say the same about jumps and bumps, but the 2Ti and SL are similar. The 2Ti just has some Titanium parts on it, which do nothing for performance, only weight.

You're so witty Rankin. :D

You wouldn't catch me Dead like that.

You wouldn't catch me Dead like that.

In a tree with Profail or what?

You wouldn't catch my in a tree with you yes...
at least the way he's making it sound. Now if we were sniping the MTN bike haters...

You wouldn't catch my in a tree with you yes...
at least the way he's making it sound. Now if we were sniping the MTN bike haters...

Bang?

Congratulations on killing 95% of the world.

Sweet.
Save on gas... Gas companies would go berserk.
The world would be environmentally better, and a lot healthier.

Cheeto-

Instead of paying like $90 on the 540's, I would suggest getting a pair of 520's- very similar design for a lot less money, about $35-$45.

http://www.cambriabike.com/shopexd.asp?ID=39188

I was looking at those, but is the quality downed at all?

With respect to the original topic, I've been riding a pair of Time Atacs for about two years and have not had a single problem with them: http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/11572-240_TIMZP2-3-Parts-65-Pedals/Mountain/Time-ATAC-Z-Pedals.htm
They have the platform surrounding the clip-mechanism, which is good for short rides. They are, however, ridiculously slippery when riding with wet street shoes so be forewarned.

Also, because I know you're on a budget, if you haven't checked out http://www.qbike.com/ yet I would suggest it. Save a little bit of money here and there, right? Oh, and sage cycles has free shipping over $75.

Crankbros. eggbeaters. Super easy to learn on and quick to get in and our of

that site has nice prices.

Theres m520's for 45 bucks,.

theres also some egg beater C's for 4o's

Rotate your heel to the outside.


Shimano SPD has adjustable release tension so you can dial it way down until you get over your irrational fears.

Thanks for the suggestion. I actually used to ride with clipless and took a couple bad spills with them. I don't necessarily thinks it's an irrational fear....just a fear based on a piece of equipment I had bad experiences with but its been a few years since I last rode so I figured they had made some improvements.


Dan

I was looking at those, but is the quality downed at all?

No. High quality IMHO. As far as I'm concerned the only difference is weight. I've used Shimano pedals for 15years and have no complaints; had the 520's for the last 4 or 5 no problemo.

I also use Eggbeaters and love them....

Eggbeater C's to be precise....they haven't let me down yet...clip right in and out everytime...plus the 4-sided entry really makes things easy...

Ok I'm ready to make the jump from platforms to clipless. problem is I'm having a tough time understanding what makes one pedal better than another. and the product reviews are so controversial with each other..

I was looking at some eggbeater c's but I'm not sure if I want to have to put on my MTB shoes (which I don't have yet so I'm looking at those to... I know the shoes are mostly personal preference.) on every time I want to ride my bike.

I was also looking at something like these:
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/17228-240_SHIM58-3-Parts-65-Pedals/Mountain/Shimano-M540-MTB-SPD-Pedals.htm

http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/17295-240_SHIM38-3-Parts-65-Pedals/Mountain/Shimano-Pd-m324-Spd-Dual-Platform-Pedals.htm
:o
i'll help you choose. get frog speedplays. most people will agree they're the best.

I'm happy with my Time ATACs.

Richely has cheap SPDs that I have always had good luck with. I found the cheaper $20 ones will rust are heavy and the retention spring will get worn out over time. I'd say for your first pedals don't go over $40/50.

i'll help you choose. get frog speedplays. most people will agree they're the best.

People I've talked to have had problems with clogging on the frogs. I use spd's and not the frogs, so take it with a grain of salt.

Cheeto, didnt you just start riding? I think you should get more practice and experience with flats until you move to clipless. I rode for at least a year and when I got my first clipless set I fell hard three times in the first ten minutes. If you feel the need to buy something then get disc brakes or a good fork.

Get the m520s. Best performance you'll get for the price. I love eggbeaters, but started on spds and I think they are probably better to learn on, as you can adjust the release tension waaaay down. I've heard the really low end eggbeaters are prone to falling apart, so don't get the mxrs or whatever the cheap candy-style ones are called. My Cs, however, are holding up admirably after a winter of (ab)use.

Cheeto, didnt you just start riding? I think you should get more practice and experience with flats until you move to clipless. I rode for at least a year and when I got my first clipless set I fell hard three times in the first ten minutes. If you feel the need to buy something then get disc brakes or a good fork.

Profail started on clipless.

Profail started on clipless.

And? What's your point?

think about where you ride... is it muddy? If so, Time Atac or Eggbeaters are the way to go - way less mud clogging.

You could look on e-bay for slightly used ones & save $$ that way.

And? What's your point?

Profail is amazing at life.

think about where you ride... is it muddy? If so, Time Atac or Eggbeaters are the way to go - way less mud clogging.



Really?

What is your personal riding experience with Time's, Eggbeaters, and SPDs in mud?

Really?

What is your personal riding experience with Time's, Eggbeaters, and SPDs in mud?

ProFail assumes very little, but Salsa probably has a lot of experience.

As for me, I have found ATACs and Eggbeaters clog way less than SPD's.

ProFail assumes very little, but Salsa probably has a lot of experience.

As for me, I have found ATACs and Eggbeaters clog way less than SPD's.

Your opinion is noted, and appropriately disregarded due to credibility issues.

Your opinion is noted, and appropriately disregarded due to credibility issues.

grow up..:rolleyes:

you've done nothing but troll profail in every thread tonight...

think about where you ride... is it muddy? If so, Time Atac or Eggbeaters are the way to go - way less mud clogging.

You could look on e-bay for slightly used ones & save $$ that way.

+1 never had clogging issues w/ the eggbeaters....

spd on the other hand......


never used Atacs, although i've heard good things about them

grow up..:rolleyes:

you've done nothing but troll profail in every thread tonight...

You're mistaken.

You're mistaken.

He's not.

But where did you come up with these hilarious witticisms? I'm curious.

He's not.


If you believe that then you are just as delusional as "aballas."

The proof is right in front of you, if you're able to read this forum.

Good luck.