Originally Posted by
Papa Tom
Yeah, I understand that you can pay more and get some extra features, but for $50, I can buy three sets of my plastic Twisted PC pedals, which is more than I will use for the rest of my life - especially given that I used my last set of pedals for about ten years and a bazillion miles. To each his/her own.
It depends on how, when, and where you ride. I've had cheap pedals that were toast after one winter. I'm sure if I had only used them from April through November they would have lasted quite a bit longer.
More expensive pedals will have sealed bearings but even some moderately priced pedals with unsealed bearings do a much better job of protecting the innards.