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The VP Components Harrier Pedals provide a wide, stable platform with replaceable pins to navigate technical trails, drop in on wicked descents, and slice through bermy switchbacks. The Harrier's CNC machined, one-piece body provides a stiff and responsive feel, while double LSL bearings spin...

Some shoes -- especially those made by our French friends at Carnac -- have especially deep wells in the soles for housing the threads into which you screw your pedal cleat bolts. Shimano is aware of this, which is why they supply the world with long bolts for use in this case on the cleats for...

Shimano's SPD pedals have been around forever and, aside from a few additions here and there, have remained pretty much unchanged. The reason is simple: Shimano got it right the first time. The M530 still uses Shimano's tried-and-true SPD retention system, but it incorporates a larger platform to...

The Shimano SH51 SPD Cleats offer four degrees of float, and more experienced riders will typically prefer these over the Multi-Release SH-56 cleats. They take a bit more to get unclipped, but the added security in rough terrain is a worthy tradeoff.

With Shimano's lightweight and reliable PD-A600 Premium SPD Pedal you'll be racking up miles on the road with ease. The PD-A600's adjustable entry and release tension allows you to dial in the fit you desire, and the pedal's wide platform provides for more efficient power transfer. Shimano also...

Shimano's SPD-SL Cleat Set includes two cleats and all the installation hardware you'll need. The cleat set is compatible with all Shimano SPD-SL pedals, including the Dura-Ace PD-7810 and the Ultegra PD-6620 models. The SM-SH11s are the Black/Yellow floating cleats with 6 degrees of float--this...

Unless your daily bread depends on your race resume, or you just won the lottery, saving money in areas where it doesn't compromise performance is just a smart choice. The Shimano PD-M540 SPD Pedals include many of the same features of the XTR pedals at a fraction of the cost. The open binding of...

Ask anyone who's put in hours and hours on the bike about pedals, and they'll likely make a single recommendation: Shimano. Shimano's pedals seem to last forever, require little to no maintenance, and cleats are easy to find when it comes time to replace them. The PD-R540 SPD-SL Pedal seen here...

Revamped with an 11. 7 percent increase in pedal-to-shoe contact over its PD-M785 predecessor, the Shimano XT PD-M8020 Trail Pedal provide supreme stability for conquering formidable stretches of trail. The 3. 3 millimeter wider profile over the previous iteration makes the M8020 Trail Pedal even...

The Shimano XT PD-M8000 XC Pedals combine bombproof durability with lightweight efficiency for cross-country racers, dedicated trail riders, 'cross enthusiasts, and even road riders. Redesigned for 2016, the M8000 XC Pedals benefit from a 7. 7 percent increase in pedal-to-shoe contact while...

Pedals are one of the unsexiest parts of your bike, so you'd be forgiven for forgetting about them, but you'll remember in a hurry if they break when you're 20 miles from home. That said, you don't want a pedal to weigh six pounds, either. The everything wizards at Shimano solved that dilemma...

Shimano's SPD (Shimano Pedaling Dynamics) pedal system has been a favorite among commuters, recreational roadies, and XC chargers for nearly a quarter-century. With the XTR-PD M9020 Trail Pedal, Shimano has managed shave weight from this vetted design without sacrificing performance. The M9020...

When faced with the choice between performance and comfort, we don't always have the option to choose both on equal footing. But you can do just that with the Shimano Dura-Ace PD-9000 +4mm SPD SL Pedals. They feature adjustable fit positioning and a wide carbon platform that reduces the potential...

Changing pedals is a task even the most diehard mechanic dislikes. Clockwise, counterclockwise, right thread, left thread -- do any of us ever get it right the first time' For this reason the Shimano A530 SPD Pedals may just become your pedal of choice. While most pedals feature either a...

VP Components' VP ARC SL Cleats take the guesswork out of replacing Look Keo cleats, making sure you mount your new ones in exactly the same position using an innovative two-part locking design. Once each piece of the cleat is in position, changing them out without disrupting your alignment is...

VP Components wanted to let everyone in on the fun with its new VP Aim Pedal, so it created a pedal that's as comfortable for downhill riders as it is for commuters, keeping the price palatable and the shape light and responsive. To develop the Aim, VP took input from pro free riders, using their...

Walking in road cleats not only makes you stride like a penguin, it also increases the chance that you'll slip on ceramic floors or scuff up hardwood ones. Carry the VP Components' Cleat Covers to keep you from falling-- though we won't guarantee that your walk will look any less awkward. The...

Don't fumble with replacing your road cleats. The VP Components VP-BLK 6 Cleats make it easy to not only change your cleats, they ensure that they are always in the same position. This innovative design features a two-part construction that locks together. Once you place them in position, it's...

VP Components' VP-R73 Carbon Pedal is its new road pedal designed with the same attention to detail as its plethora of mountain bike and urban pedals. The VP-R73s were constructed from carbon composite with a stainless steel crash plate. The body is wide which gives you optimal power transfer and...

Whether you're hammering through traffic to work or running laps at the local pump track, the last thing you want to do is come off your pedals unexpectedly. VP Components hears you. It designed the VP-Push N2 pedal is designed for the rider who prefers flats but can't afford to come unglued. The...

VP Component's VP-Vex Pedal is an entry-level platform pedal that takes you on the trails or to the bike park with features that trickle down from its more pricey relatives. They are durable and provide excellent grip in all conditions. The body of the pedals was formed from die cast aluminum....

Pedals are guaranteed to take a beating, so there's no point in getting some fancy carbon-infused unobtanium platforms that'll disintegrate after three rock strikes. VP Components' VP-001 Pedal is burly, lightweight, and straightforward, so you can ride hard, bash rocks, and do it again tomorrow....

Time's Xpresso 8 Pro Pedal offers you a couple different ways to ensure your feet and knees are as comfortable as possible. Most pedals offer soe kind of lateral float, but the Xpresso line allows you to adjust both lateral and angular float, along with the Q-factor of the pedals themselves. In...

Featuring a carbon composite body for serious weight savings and high levels of rigidity, the Shimano Ultegra PD-6800 SPD-SL Pedals are a great choice for the competitive cyclist and casual, everyday rider alike. The pedal's wide platform enables high levels of energy transfer, ensuring maximum...

If you've upgraded your pedals to the Dura-Ace 9000 series, no doubt you're putting in the miles. When your cleats wear out, as they will, you'll need the Dura-Ace 9000 Cleats to keep you locked in. These are the 9000-series Blue cleats, which give you one degree of float, a new option for...

Having a place to put your feet is a pretty non-negotiable part of cycling, but, you don't want to spend your post-ride refreshment budget (and part of next month's rent) on flashy pedals, either. Race Face's Chester Pedals don't have the shiny aluminum construction of some of their pricier...

Most people aren't into switching pedals every time they go for a ride anyway, but the RaceFace Aeffect Pedals make such chopping and changing a thing of the past. With a thin but rugged aluminum body, bombproof chromoly steel axle, and 20 hex-headed traction pins per pedal, they can pull duty on...

If you're strong enough, you can lock your bike into a stand, put all your power into the RaceFace Atlas Pedals, and actually slow down the Earth's rotation. It'll have all sorts of unfortunate consequences, probably, but it'd impress the hell out of a lot of people. If you're more interested in...

We're excited to see Minnesota-based newcomer iSSi offering subtle tweaks and improvements to improve its line of mountain pedals this year. Already earning attention for entering an industry long dominated by a few giants, iSSi's functional, bright designs are looking better than ever. As the...

Playing the part of the underdog in an industry dominated by giants, Minneapolis-based iSSi launched just a few years ago with the goal of making better pedals than what was currently available. We love to believe in an underdog as much as anyone else, but iSSi earned our admiration all by itself...

Pedal industry underdog iSSi has been attracting far more attention for its designs off the trails, but here at Competitive, we're equally excited about road options like the Carbon Road Pedal. While the ability to match the color with our frame is awfully enticing, iSSi's fresh approach and...

To create its new X2 Clipless Pedals, HT Components logically started with the effective design of its X1 downhill pedals. They worked closely with World Cup fixture Mr. Gwin to gain feedback early versions of the downhill pedals, which led them to alter the X1's platform to make the X2's easier...

HT Components wanted to design a secure, high-tension pedal for the downhill crowd, so the company decided to get some feedback on its early designs by sending pro Mr. Gwin down a few wild descents on the World Cup circuit on an early version of the pedal they hoped to create. It must have gone...

You love your Garmin Vector 2 or 2S power meter and all its pedal-based data tracking ability, but you find yourself dreaming of your favorite set of Shimano Ultegra PD-6800 pedals. Keep your wattage tracking mojo and swap out your pedal system with the Garmin Vector Shimano Ultegra Pedal...

Upgrade your Garmin Vector 2S Pedals with the Vector 2S Upgrade Pedal and get rolling with even more data tracking. This pedal replaces the right pedal of the standard Vector 2S system, adding a right-side tracking pod to turn your bike into a dual-sensing data gathering machine. With readings...

The Garmin Vector 2S Power Meter Pedals bring some new features to the table and provide powerful data tracking in an affordable, easy to install, and bike interchangeable format. With the Vector 2S, Garmin throws away the old washers found on the Vector S pedal pods and opted for a new, more...