egg beater pedals and shimano spd
05-03-05, 10:40 AM
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egg beater pedals and shimano spd
Eggbeaters and SPD use different cleats right? I know this is a dumb question, but I'm new to the whole clipless thing.
05-03-05, 11:00 AM
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Of the people who have tried both, which type is your favorite? Why?
05-03-05, 11:06 AM
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There are mounds of threads all over the forums on this subject. Please try a search. Thanks.
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05-03-05, 11:07 AM
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I have used both but I swear by eggbeaters. The biggest advantage to me is the mud shedding. Using regular eggs I have never had a problem clipping in or clipping out no matter how muddy. I have recently switched to the candy's though just so I would have a platform in those instances that you come unclipped in nasty terrain.
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Eggbeaters if you want to be able to ride in any condition...If you ride road only and want a pair of pedals that have tension adjustment, look into SPD.
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I am in the same boat... i'm new to the clipless thing. I am considering the Shimano's or the Crank Bros (Mallet or Candys). What is better for mountain trails that have a lot of rough terrain.
I've heard both from a few friends but want more solid opinions.
I was about to get the mallets... What does everyone else use for fairly rough terrain (ruts, jumps, steep downhill, steep uphill, rocks, etc.)????
I've heard both from a few friends but want more solid opinions.
I was about to get the mallets... What does everyone else use for fairly rough terrain (ruts, jumps, steep downhill, steep uphill, rocks, etc.)????
05-04-05, 06:28 AM
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Throw the stick!!!!
Originally Posted by CRZY BMW
I am in the same boat... i'm new to the clipless thing. I am considering the Shimano's or the Crank Bros (Mallet or Candys). What is better for mountain trails that have a lot of rough terrain.
I've heard both from a few friends but want more solid opinions.
I was about to get the mallets... What does everyone else use for fairly rough terrain (ruts, jumps, steep downhill, steep uphill, rocks, etc.)????
I've heard both from a few friends but want more solid opinions.
I was about to get the mallets... What does everyone else use for fairly rough terrain (ruts, jumps, steep downhill, steep uphill, rocks, etc.)????
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