Bear trap bite!
06-04-12, 05:03 AM
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Bear trap bite!
So, someone posted a pic of some VC Bear Trap pedals and I thought they looked like something I would like and bought a pair. In the first week's time, I've drawn serious blood 3 times. Twice around the ankles and one up on the thigh. How long is it going to take me to learn to stay clear of these things?!
06-04-12, 06:23 AM
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It might be easier to change your screen name to "Bear".
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It may be easier to change the intention https://www.beartrapdunes.com/index.php
And confirm that they don't look like this
https://www.amazon.com/16-Grizzly-Bea.../dp/B00021UX6I
And confirm that they don't look like this
https://www.amazon.com/16-Grizzly-Bea.../dp/B00021UX6I
06-05-12, 09:42 AM
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Soccer shin guards maybe. How'd you get bitten way up on the thigh?
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06-05-12, 08:38 PM
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Some guys actually sharpen those little points. I've also seen some pedals that had little grip pegs that could be replaced when they wore down.
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Well, they certainly grip well. I previously rode with toe clips and straps and I like these better. Once I learn to stay away from them when off the bike I'll really like them.
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