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+1 for deity black kat. also, redline monster with replaceable pins. this is the fancy version: https://www.redlinebicycles.com/parts/pedals/redline-lo-profile-magnesium-platform-pedals.html On Monday, December 2, 2019 at 9:55:47 AM UTC-8, Kieran J wrote: > > I have multiple sets of the VP Thin

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I'll add that I have an issue with the VP pedals - they have an ersatz wide spot that cost me a sprained ankle before I replaced them. At their widest point, they're wide for no reason except to strike the ground. The widest safe pedals I use are Race Face Atlas, with Blackspire Sub Four a cl

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Just wanted to throw my hat in the Race Face Chester ring. I've got the VP's on two bikes and though no real issues, I've had to tinker with them both. The Chesters have been great and get the most abuse and foul conditions being on my dedicated MTB. I did find them almost too grippy, but just

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I rode our December Populaire (100KM) Saturday on my ‘95 Riv Road. One of the tricks I used to get the weight to 18.5 lbs is these very light pedals from JG Bike. I really like them. Plenty of weight distribution, good grip without pointy spikes messing up shoes, and very light. They have a ti

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I've never had much trouble with bearings and such, probably because I'm the least competitive rider you'll ever meet..I just cruise like a lowered Impala on Saturday night. But I'm WAY sensitive to how that connection feels and small just won't do. I want the full floorboard when I put my foot

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I find it curious that so many people have problems with pedals! I've had a couple dozen different pedals & never problem one!? I would expect a problem for at least 5K miles. I regressed my old Shimano DX platform pedal many, many years ago, but I was doing 6,000 or so miles a year at that ti

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Funny you mention that - I also have a pair of Vices (bought used) and they have been great. They are slightly thicker than the TGs but just as good otherwise. I always just assumed it was luck and that it was a matter of time before they started giving me problems too. I might try the Wellgo B

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On Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 5:29:43 PM UTC-8, Evan E. wrote: > > If anyone on this list is still considering VP pedals, you might want to > read this review from Rob Perks of Ocean Air Cycles: > > http://oceanaircycles.com/2013/04/22/vp-vice-and-001-pedal-comparison/ > > I've been using Thin

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If anyone on this list is still considering VP pedals, you might want to read this review from Rob Perks of Ocean Air Cycles: http://oceanaircycles.com/2013/04/22/vp-vice-and-001-pedal-comparison/ The gist: VP Vice pedals have better bearings and a lower Q factor than do the VP-001 pedals (aka

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Wow yeah this thread has got me scratching my head. Have the VPs on all my Rivs (the Homer since 2013?) and have never even had to look at them twice. The Homer is my commuter and has 20k kms at least on it. I'm going to go check my pedals now... On Saturday, 7 December 2019 11:33:12 UTC+8, Phil

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Huh. I’ve got multiple pairs of VP pedals and never had an issue. I’ll check them. Maybe a strange intermittent “tick” on the Frances is the pedal. Thanks, Philip Santa Rosa, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

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+1 on Joe's recommendation. And not just cause I ride those pedals and own that shop. Gripsters are tiny, and have tiny bearings. Bigger pedals have better support. Better pedals have smarter traction pins that can be removed if the head is damaged. Better pedals have more bearings, and do

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I think plastic (nylon?) pedals grip better without resorting to scrapey/stabby pegs, especially when wet. I have a pair of Odyssey Twisted pedals I got used 5 years ago and they still work great. They come in a lots of colors and every bike shop has them for ~$20. Mike Austin TX -- You re

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I forgot to add that I always check and grease new pedals before they go on a bike. I rarely find brand new pedals have enough grease inside. For good, cheap pedals, I like the OneUp composite pedals for around $49.00. John On Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at 11:43:36 AM UTC-8, John Phillips

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There are two pedals that I use and like both of them. The Diety Black Cat and the Spank Oozy Trail. I like the Spanks slightly better. Check out this great post from Analog to get the complete overview of pedal options. https://www.analogcycles.com/pedals-the-forgotten-touch-point/ On Monday,

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I'm glad you mentioned this. The VPs are bad pedals, mine started making noise almost immediately. Can't have 500 miles on them and they're shot. Especially given that I have 1000s of miles on multiple sets of Wellgo B132 pedals. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Wellgo-B132-Downhill-DH-Mountain-Bike-Pl

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Pretty sure Catalyst pedals are rebranded VP's after being on the stretching rack, so if you have issues with the VP's, you'll likely with the Catalyst as well. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsu

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I second the Shimano platform pedal products. Specifically the non-series PD-GR500. These like the Saint MX80 model have Shimano's spindle/bearing cartridges with a pretty good track record. They are only slightly thicker than most of the thin pedals on the market but worth it for the durabilit

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I really love my MKS Allways pedals. Good grip, nice profile, and super smooth sealed bearings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hmltrz9xfXI Need I say more? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

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Also the Pedaling Innovations Catalyst pedals, which I haven't given me any mechanical problems. I really like their size and the whole mid foot pedaling thing. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

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I like the OneUp composite and aluminum pedals, Chromag Scarabs & DMR Vaults. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsub

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Oh, and being this is winter, if you're a nutter riding in the snow, the MKS Touring pedal is brilliant. Pressure on the pedal actually clears snow and increases grip rather than thickening the ice layer underfoot to the point the pins are "gone." Ask me how I know. Grin. With abandon, Patrick

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DP, that was funny. 😂😂😂 Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 2, 2019, at 1:16 PM, 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >  > To rapidly learn the Dorothy Method, wear sandals. Grin. (I'm serious). > > With abandon, > Patrick > >> On Monday, December 2, 2019 at 1:53:15 PM UTC-7, Bicycle

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To rapidly learn the Dorothy Method, wear sandals. Grin. (I'm serious). With abandon, Patrick On Monday, December 2, 2019 at 1:53:15 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Dorothy, you’re right, and that’s what I need to get in the habit of > doing. I don’t want to put more money into my

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Dorothy, you’re right, and that’s what I need to get in the habit of doing. I don’t want to put more money into my bike. And the pedals I have look great, so I will adapt. Thanks - I’m implementing the Dorothy Method forthwith! ❤️ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

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Leah, you mention the pins chew up your boots. I don’t lift the pedal to 2 o clock with the top of my foot, rather just press firmly on the pedal and kick the pedal forewards. The pins provide enough grip with my Kodiak boots. Apologies if you are already doing this and it is the sole of your bo

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Six months was the max life of my multiple VP's (2-4 more common) before bearings needed fixing. I'm hard on pedals, between mountain riding (rocks and roots, high torque climbing), fixed gear (yet more torque and increased pedal strikes), and riding in all weathers. Multiple experiments later I

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Oh sheesh these too https://www.performancebike.com/crankbrothers-stamp-1-platform-pedals-turquoise-l-16386/p983900?v=969098 Adjustable pins and 2 sizes . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this g

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The traction pins are adjustable from the opposite side. Here's a review I found https://www.mbr.co.uk/reviews/pedals-products/race-face-chester -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

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For Leah, there is only pedal I can think of for you .. Race Face Chester in Turquoise -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

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I ride on the VP Vice, which uses a longer length axle than the 001 for more support. I always add some grease to any pedal I buy. The 2 pair I have been perfect. It also uses a combo of the grub(like the 001) and M4 bolts which insert from the other side and are adjustable. The M4 bolts alone

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Pedals with BEARINGS and replacement kits are nice to have available. I've 'burned' through an expensive set of Crank Bros Stamp 7s on my fat bike. In just about a year I now have to dish out $25 for rebuild kit. ACK! ACK! ACK! Joe, thanks for the link to those Deitys. I'm interested in a pai