Re: [RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-24 Thread tarik saleh
There used to be some low end but possibly worth trying GT branded "barefoot" pedals which were rounded solid rubberized block pedals, bigger than normal rubber pedals, smaller than BMX pedals. I see that electra has some, but they seem to have a hole in the center which may or may not be a good i

[RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-20 Thread meade anderson
I read a interesting little write several years ago on Goat's sandal setup on the pedals but can't find it either however here's a few shots and comments from Bike Snot, 'er Snob and more.If you look closely you can at least get an idea of what he was playing with.I've seen better pictures too but

Re: [RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-20 Thread Nick Payne
You could try a downhill pedal like the nukeproof electron, which has a nylon body. The metal pins that are meant to grip shoe soles can all be removed with a small allen key, to leave a pretty smooth body. Photo of them here: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Original/60114.jpg

Re: [RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-19 Thread Deacon Patrick
Thanks, Aaron! That is a sharp edge on the outside (and perhaps inside?). My feet are 4 5/8" wide at the forefoot on a size 11 flipper. My Oaks are 4" wide and I filed the edges round because the wood edge was uncomfortable square, so a metal edge would certainly be more so. I'm thinking the pla

Re: [RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-19 Thread Deacon Patrick
A! I'd forgotten about the Ergon pedals. I tried them and they did not work, though I do not remember why. My notes only say "clearly designed for use with shoes." With abandon, Patrick On Friday, April 19, 2013 9:05:17 AM UTC-6, Dan wrote: > > While I have not tried them (and have never ri

[RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-19 Thread meade anderson
http://www.ridingthespine.com/goat.html looks for information on Goat's barefoot riding and his flipflop pedals. Meade Anderson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

Re: [RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-19 Thread Dan Abelson
While I have not tried them (and have never ridden barefoot) you may want to take a look at the Ergon pedals. Dan Abelson St. Paul MN On Apr 19, 2013 8:27 AM, "Deacon Patrick" wrote: > Question upfront: how barefoot friendly are the pedals you ride? I'd love > input on all pedals, but am specifi

[RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-19 Thread Deacon Patrick
Question upfront: how barefoot friendly are the pedals you ride? I'd love input on all pedals, but am specifically wondering about both the VP thin Gripster and MKS Grip King Rivendell offers. Relavant détails: -- I ride barefoot or in thin leather moccasins (when cold requires) because of the