Originally Posted by
DancesWithGolf
Do you use them?
Pedals + shoes can cost as much as my bike. I would like to use them but they seem too expensive.
What inexpensive options are out there?
TIA
Use the BMX pedals with pins. They're probably just as efficient (pedaling on the up-stroke is a myth - it's the "scoop" motion at the bottom that counts and BMX pedals are great here), cheap ($20 for ok ones) , and don't need special shoes.