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Robert Snow
a Weekend Warrior
from Drexel Hill, PA, USADate Reviewed: April 8, 2006
Strengths: Easy to clip in and out. Light. Attractive designWeaknesses: Plastic seal is fragile as noted by many. Bearing problems.Bottom Line: The plastic seals are too rigid and crack easily. The housing that holds the large bearings is too thin and elongates top to bottom causing slop. I bought my first pair when they were discontinued at half price - $50. Then another new pair for $25. Finally two pair on eBay for $1 each, just for the seals. My pedals have held up fine, but the eBay pedals had slop in both right pedals, not the left ones. I put the bearing housings in a vice and tightened down to remove the distortion and they spin well again, for the time being. I tend to spin and not stand on the pedals. I suspect with a large or strong rider the end housings distort as they are under a lot of stress and the metal is relatively thin.
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: Various places
Similar Products Used: Shimano 737, Nashbar
Bike Setup: Trek Hardtail, Univega Suspension
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JD
a Weekend Warrior
from Santa Rosa,CADate Reviewed: June 28, 2005
Weaknesses: black plastic capBottom Line: There are some bad reviews about this product. It supposes to be better than the comp version because of the size of the bearings. The plastic black cap has a gap under, leaving space for water and dust to do their job. I filled the gap with water proof grease. I will submit another review at the end of the summer. It seems good for me so far.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$59.00
Purchased At: Nashbar
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Tony
a Cross Country Rider
from Boulder, CODate Reviewed: August 23, 2004
Strengths: Great retention/release mechanismWeaknesses: Crappy bearings and dustcapBottom Line: I am completely PO'ed at Ritchey. I have an old set of Comp V3s which have served me very well but are starting to wear out. I saw these on clearance at SuperGo and figured that they'd be better than the Comps for a fantastic price. Boy was I wrong. The bearing design on the Pro's is horrible. Both pedals spin fine but the bearings are totally loose and they click and pop so badly I thought my chain was falling off! When I pried the dust-cap up to try to adjest them, the dust cap broke, seriously brittle and crappy plastic on the dustcap. Of course, Ritchey doesn't make them anymore so they won't even RMA them. Grrrr.
Stay away from closeout V.3 pedals.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$34.00
Purchased At: Supergo
Similar Products Used: Lots of SPDs
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O.Z Chi
a
from San Mateo, CADate Reviewed: August 10, 2004
Strengths: Price.Weaknesses: Bearings!Bottom Line: Just got these because I'm building a road bike and wanted a double entry pedal.
Bad decision.
Out of the box, the bearings feel bad. Being used to the M959s from Shimano, these pedals have very poor quality bearings in comparison.
Haven't installed them so they're a RETURN item.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At: Supergo
Similar Products Used: Shimano PD-M959
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Phil
a Cross Country Rider
from Youngsville, LADate Reviewed: July 29, 2004
Strengths: Easy clip in/out. Sheds mud.Weaknesses: BEARINGS. Some rust.Bottom Line: I've never saw the reason to spend huge buckson pedals, especially when Welgo makes most of them and I can find them on close out pretty cheap... And the work. I studied the Shimano's and Ritchey's and determined the axle attachment/ bearings were the only real difference (asside from the price). So I opted for the Ritchey's. In the past 6 months I've had to rebuild them twice. G** forbid you get these things wet! When its freshly packed w/ grease, it works great, but I'd rather ride than work on my bike!
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Purchased At: mail order
Similar Products Used: Anything Welgo and some Shimano.
Bike Setup: Ellsworth Isis, XT drive, XTR cranks, Dave's Wheels, Avid Mech disk, Panaracer Fire
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CrazyCarl
a Cross Country Rider
from Davis, CADate Reviewed: May 13, 2004
Strengths: Good Float, No problem in mudWeaknesses: BEARINGS!!Bottom Line: I had to post a review to knock these things down a little. I bought my first pair about 2 years ago, and after a few months, the pedals starting making a popping/clicking sound and feeling when pedaling hard. It seems to be that the bearing cartridges are shifting around inside - and the spindle is loose. Well, I thought it was just a fluke, so I bought ANOTHER pair about 3 months ago, and they are doing the same thing! Apparently they are serviceable by a knowledgable person with the right tools, but who wants to pay someone to service some $50 pedals?? My old Icons went for about 5 years without a hitch... These are damn cheap, though.
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: Online
Similar Products Used: Icon
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Rick
a Weekend Warrior
from Upstate New YorkDate Reviewed: April 17, 2004
Strengths: Very easy to clip in/out. Great mud clearing, not a problem yet.Weaknesses: I can't find one yet.Bottom Line: I thought my Shimano M520's were nice. These have them beat. Clip in and out seems easier to me with the Ritchey V3's.
Favorite Trail: Newark Valley
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: Bike Nashbar
Similar Products Used: Shimano M520 SPD
Bike Setup: Older stock Cannondale M series with Rock Shoks.
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Adam
a Cross Country Rider
from Carrboro, NCDate Reviewed: January 18, 2004
Strengths: Solid. Don't collect mud at all.Weaknesses: None.Bottom Line: These are the best. They don't collect mud - I've never, ever, ever had problems clipping in and out with these guys, no matter what the conditions. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: Performance
Similar Products Used: A range of SPDs.
Bike Setup: Kona NuNu
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Cad
a Cross Country Rider
from Austin, TXDate Reviewed: January 16, 2004
Strengths: Easy in and out. Keeps real clean when riding, no mud, debris.Weaknesses: I wouldn't say it has any yet!Bottom Line: Great product, unbelievable price! Licensed from shimano nonetheless! Got it on sale for only 50 bucks (99 retail). I am very happy with the Ritcheys. Easy in/out. No mud or debris gets stuck. Very pleased.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: Bike Nashbar Website
Similar Products Used: Shimmys', Welgos
Bike Setup: Trek 8500
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tookie
a Cross Country Rider
from atlantaDate Reviewed: July 11, 2003
Strengths: MUDD CLEARANCE, easy in/out, smooth bearings, cheap.Weaknesses: finish rubs off easy (who cares), cheap plastic sealBottom Line: had been using the shimano m515 and once those things got in mud it was near impossible to get out of them. this has been a real wet summer on the east coast so i needed something that could shed mud and these do the trick. just did a race yesterday full of mud and had no trouble at all; didn't even have to think about the pedals, and that's what i'm looking for.
i got the model w/ the black finish and after the first ride the finish is showing wear, but who cares, they work great. Very easy in/out, very positive engagement. Nice oversized cartridge bearings that run smooth, but the cheap plastic seal on the inboard bearing worries me--not sure it'll keep much crud out, but time will tell. will repost if problems arise. but for now, i'm real pleased.
great price from perf. $69. plus, they let me return those crumby shimanos after i had used them for a good 6 months. nice.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$69.00
Purchased At: performance
Similar Products Used: shimano m515
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Dude
a Weekend Warrior
from ArkansasDate Reviewed: July 1, 2003
Strengths: great price from nashbar, cool bearing assembly close to the crank, sealed bearings are super smooth, entry/exit super easy and very intuitiveWeaknesses: looks like the teflon type coating is already starting to flake off, but these are so easy to get in/out of I don't think the coating will be criticalBottom Line: these are a huge improvement over the bontrager re1 pedals.atleast 25 times easier to get in and out of...for me coming from the re1 pedals it seems I am in these pedals before even realizing it...and I am out before I even realize it.........which is very cool...I don't really have to think about it anymore....it just happens......with the re1 there was an annoying creaking sound that is all gone with these pedals......so far I am very happy....will see how they do for the long term.....if any problems I will post back..
Duration Product Used: Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$59.00
Purchased At: nashbar
Similar Products Used: bontrager re1
Bike Setup: full suspension
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Rod Munch
a Cross Country Rider
from Santa Rosa, CADate Reviewed: May 9, 2003
Strengths: Standard SPD/Wellgo strengths: easy clip in, instant relase when you want it, good adjustability, strong. For these specifically- excellent bearings for pedals, strong jaws.Weaknesses: Not any lighter (heavier?) than the V1 & V2 and many other SPD/Wellgoes. Weak plastic seal at outboard bearings, one was crushed at factory when I opened box. Quick delivery of a new seal from Ritchey (& stickers - thanx!) but seal still looks flimsy to me. We'll see. Steel spacer creates gap btwn. seal/bearing and crank arm, looks like place for dirt & water to intrude. More "slippery" to clip in than others. I spent a lot of time slipping my cleats right over the tops of the pedals until I got used to them- jaws aren't surrounded by alumnum cage.Bottom Line: Great bearings, mimick XTR for half price, look snazzy. But more expensive and heavier than cheaper V1's & other Wellgo clones.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$79.00
Purchased At: Performance
Similar Products Used: Name it in the SPD world. Ritchey V1 & 2's, lots of Wellgo 800's, Scott, K2, roadies...
Bike Setup: '99 K2 Razorback, Mars Comp Coil, XT/LX/Avid
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Gak
a Cross Country Rider
from Sunnyvale, CADate Reviewed: April 11, 2003
Strengths: Easy in, easy out. No learning curve at all if you are coming from SPD. Great mud performance, does not clog. Shimano cleat compatible.Weaknesses: Minor : V3 Pro Cannot use 15mm wrench for installation & removal. Uses 10mm AllenBottom Line: Has the same jaw design as the 959. I feel that it is 90% of 959's performance but at 2/3 the price.
I was tempted to get the Eggbeaters for better mud performance but I am glad I waited. The V3 has the mud clearing performance and I really like the fact that it is fully compatible with SH-51 cleats.
I have been riding SPD for 7 years and I like the fact that there is no learning curve for me to go from SPD to the V3 Pro.
Favorite Trail: Skeggs Pt, SDF
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At: Nashbar.com
Similar Products Used: Shimano 535, 515,858,959
Bike Setup: Marin MVP
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tim
a Cross Country Rider
from medford, oregonDate Reviewed: April 9, 2003
Strengths: Easy to clip in. very smooth. light weight. Great price! Open design sheds mud well.Weaknesses: None so far.Bottom Line: This is basically a Shimano 959 clone for two-thirds the price! I Never realized just how important good pedals are until you try ones that function as well as these do.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At: Cycle Sport
Similar Products Used: Shimano 545, Specialized, Ritchey pro logic
Bike Setup: Specialized Stumpjumper
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