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pks
a Weekend Warrior
from Collingwood, Ontario, CanadaDate Reviewed: January 4, 2012
Strengths: Easy to clip in, adjustable tensionWeaknesses: Pedal falls offBottom Line: Total useless garbage. I went through two sets of these and within 1km of installation, the right pedal came clear off its axle. It looks like perhaps the batch had the incorrect thread direction because I could "screw" them back on if I pedaled in reverse. LBS was stumped, I demanded a full refund. Shimano's website doesn't accept emails, and the letter I wrote went completely unanswered. This is totally unacceptable and frankly dangerous. Will avoid Shimano like the plague from now on.
Favorite Trail: 3 Stage
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$65.00
Similar Products Used: Crank Bros
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bmxracer196
a Racer
from belchertown,Ma,USADate Reviewed: October 10, 2011
Strengths: The cage is plastic but yet too have problems with it, clips in perfectly and same with clipping outWeaknesses: None yetBottom Line: These pedals no matter what people say are amazing for bmx racing! If falling clipping out is easy, cliping in is amazing. First pair of clips and still act as if I just bought them.I could see how they would break on mtb. But bmx is amazing with these
Favorite Trail: bmx
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At: aggro bicycles
Similar Products Used: First pair of clips
Bike Setup: 2010 dk valiant
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rypars93
a Weekend Warrior
from Rochester, NYDate Reviewed: July 11, 2010
Strengths: These pedals are easy to clip into and are pretty durable from what ive found. Also work good as platforms.Weaknesses: Tough to use when trails are muddy.Bottom Line: I love these pedals. They are such an upgrade over platforms. They are efficient on uphills, extremely fast and keep me very secure. Like i said they seem to be pretty durable, as ive had one or two rock strikes and no cracks yet. Recommended for the first time clipless user.
Favorite Trail: Tryon Park
Duration Product Used: 6 months
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paddyr
a Cross Country Rider
from North Shore, CanadaDate Reviewed: June 5, 2010
Strengths: Great combination of clipless and platform. Especially for North Shore trails, gives great confidence on the technical sections yet provides great efficiency for climbing etc. Nice weight as well.Weaknesses: plastic / resin casing gives light weight but broke it after 3+ years on a rock in Squamish.Bottom Line: Just broke it after 3+ years, buying another pair. I do epic races, Test of Metal and MOMARS and these fit the bill perfectly. I also ride with the 45 degree clips which are great for Shore, Whistler and Squamish, ie. Lots of cloimbing with technical descents.
Favorite Trail: Severed
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: MEC
Similar Products Used: XT, Crank Brothers Candy SL
Bike Setup: IronHorse MKIII Team w/ Magura Thor.
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scottzg
a Weekend Warrior
from san jose, caDate Reviewed: July 2, 2009
Strengths: They're shimano- tension adjustment, consistent release, durable cleats.Weaknesses: very poor mud clearance, plastic surround provides no benefit, heavy.Bottom Line: These things suck. No, you can't ride them unclipped, you slide off on anything bumpy and the cleat interface annoys the balls of your feet. No, they're not any easier to get in to in difficult places, the plastic throws your foot completely clear of the pedal if its vertical. Eventually you'll tag a rock and break the plastic cage. When you cut away the broken plastic you're left with a generation-old xc spd that sheds mud surprisingly poorly. pdm-520's are a much better pedal.
Favorite Trail: braille
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$60.00
Similar Products Used: crank bros and other shimano
Bike Setup: long travel hardtail
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pipexp
a Cross Country Rider
from Temuco, ChileDate Reviewed: May 21, 2009
Strengths: Easy to clip in and out, it weight not tooWeaknesses: Uncomfortable cage, works bad in mudBottom Line: Very good pedal, really comfortable with cycling shoes and clip out when is necesary do it, example fall down. Cage is a little uncomfortable when use normal shoes.
Allows efficient pedaling and very safe foot position this is because allows some lateral foot movements.
Recomendable to knee problems riders.
looks good
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$40.00
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1megadude
a Cross Country Rider
from Elk Grove, CADate Reviewed: March 1, 2009
Strengths: Cage keeps foot stable.Weaknesses: None yet.Bottom Line: Good ped. for the price I paid. I happen to be at a Sports Chalet and could not believe the price. I have another set of these peds. on another bike that I purchased for $70 and have not had any problems yet. I've hit rocks with them and they still spin well. I have not used these in the sand but I have tried in the mud with no problems. The cage helps distribute your foot pressure over a larger area and keeps your foot more comfortable not to mention the added stability they provide. The weight is ok for the benefits they provide. A good trade off. So far so good.
Favorite Trail: Anything new
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At: Sports Chalet
Similar Products Used: Other SPD peds.
Bike Setup: '07 Stumpy
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makking
a Weekend Warrior
from LongmontDate Reviewed: November 9, 2008
Strengths: Seems like a good idea. Clip in part works ok.Weaknesses: Everything else. Uncomfortable unless wearing cleats. Plastic cage broke off.Bottom Line: A compromise that lets you down. Either get clips or platform, or better yet, one set of each.
Favorite Trail: All
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At: online
Similar Products Used: Old XT clip pedals
Bike Setup: SantCruz SuperLight.
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TRANCE 1
a Cross Country Rider
from n.s.wDate Reviewed: October 27, 2008
Strengths: easy in and outWeaknesses: CRAP pedals!an annoying clicking noise when pedaling that started 2 months after purchased,no good with runners to ride to the shop as one end sticks up into sole.Bottom Line: For myself i will not be buyng these again i'll be spending a bit more to get decent ones.CRAP!
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
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rmeurer
a Weekend Warrior
from DenverDate Reviewed: July 18, 2008
Strengths: cage can stabilize your shoeWeaknesses: Cage does not allow for casual riding without cleated shoes. In fact is a little misleading considering the format of the pedal. History says stay away from this product.Bottom Line: Plan A was a Nike shoes and Shimano M424. After reading reviews I found this to be a big mistake. Major problems with both products; multiple accounts of the product falling apart. The M424 is clipless pedals on both sides and the cage design does not ease use without cleated shoes. I was confused why they designed with cage like that and read from other reviews the cage comes apart ...BAD NEWS. I have been riding with clips for 10 years, so I just need a pedal with side for cleatless shoes. All figured out with the help of mtbr.com and Really Expensive inc. Ended up with MT31 shoe and M324 pedal.
Favorite Trail: Mustang
Duration Product Used: Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$55.00
Purchased At: rei
Similar Products Used: m324
Bike Setup: ancient GT hardtail
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John D
a Weekend Warrior
from Crestone, CO USADate Reviewed: May 26, 2008
Strengths: I see the reviews on these pedals are mixed. I think they have got a bad rap, but if anything changes I will re-review them. So far these pedals have been a great value for the money. I like the fact that they have platforms and SPD inserts on both sides and you don;t have to fumble around to flip the SPD side up like some pedals. The cage seems pretty bomber to me and can be replaced if it does get broken.Weaknesses: None so far, some people say it is heavy but I'm not as concerned about weight as some people are.Bottom Line: Great Value for the pedal you get. So far so good.
Favorite Trail: Local Secret
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At: LBS Kristi Mtn Sports Alamosa, CO
Similar Products Used: Basic SPDs and platforms
Bike Setup: 2004 Marin Bolinas Ridge Hardtail.
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Chris
a Cross Country Rider
from Melbourne, AustraliaDate Reviewed: March 26, 2008
Strengths: very littleWeaknesses: cage, end cap tension design.Bottom Line: this is a follow up to my review two below. The end cap has come off a total off 4 times-2 each pedal. Shocking design with a tiny screw holding the tension on the pedal. Not worth the money. buy m5-20's for the same price. i use these for xc riding and the cage is still fine. BAD DESIGN-try to avoid.
Favorite Trail: Lysterfield competition trail
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: VicMTB
Similar Products Used: m5-20
Bike Setup: xc hardtail
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Abstrakt
a Downhiller
from So CalDate Reviewed: January 13, 2008
Strengths: CheapWeaknesses: CheapBottom Line: I've read about the cage being weak on these pedals and its true. Banged it up against a rock and left cage broke in half. I'm sure these will be ok for XC riding although they are a tad bit heavy, but look elsewhere for aggressive riding.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$45.00
Similar Products Used: First set of clips used
Bike Setup: 07 Glory
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Chris
a Cross Country Rider
from Melbourne, australiaDate Reviewed: November 20, 2007
Strengths: Adjustable tension, fairly lightWeaknesses: plastic cage, end capBottom Line: Do NOT buy these! iv'e used mine for 1 month, 3 weeks and the end cap shot out as i was CASUALLY riding home from sport and i lost the spring. The other end cap looks like its about to fall off as well. This is not a weight related issue as i only weigh around 60-65 kilo's-the pedals should be able to take much more than this. (end cap is the cap with the shimano spd symbol on it) the pedal now has no spring load and will hopefully be replaced with shimano spd m-520 pedals. do not buy these if you wish to use them for a long period of time. cant even handle xc and urban riding.
Favorite Trail: Lysterfiedl competition Trail
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: Vicmtb
Similar Products Used: shimano spd-m520
Bike Setup: xc-hardtail
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Chris
a Cross Country Rider
from UKDate Reviewed: October 10, 2007
Strengths: Cheap. Can be used with street shoes.Weaknesses: Grim. Inconsistent clipping-out led to 3 falls on one ride. Don't think its me, I've XT and DX on two other bikes - no issue.Bottom Line: They're cheap for a reason. If you can't afford better than these, stay with toe-clips !
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$50.00
Similar Products Used: M647 - great
M770 - great
Bike Setup: Old Specialized Stumpy M2
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