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Spank Spike Flat Pedal
Product DescriptionThe Spike Flat Pedal achieves an ultra-thin 12mm thickness without compromising a closed axle design or ultimate strength, by utilizing a cold forged pedal body and special scandium enriched, hollow taper steel axle, paired with a thin walled IGUS outboard bushing. The results are improved pedalling and cornering clearance, lowered center of gravity, reduced "pedal flip" effect, and improved pedalling efficiency as the rider's foot is brought closer to the center axis of the pedal. Chamfered leading and side edges also improve the pedals ability to glance over obstacles and reduce impact forces. Oversized, full compliment, industrial sealed inboard bearings slam flush with crankarms to reduce leverage on the bearing unit while at the same time reducing Q-factor, which further improves pedalling efficiency and rider positioning. Finally the extra long 90+cm2 platform improves grip and support, while further reducing the "pedal flip" effect during climbing or aggressive pedalling. The Spike Flat is truly a revolution in pedal design!Spank Spike Flat Pedal Pro Review
The Spank Spike pedal is part of a new generation of flat pedals we’ve been seeing lately. The new trend is growing towards flatter, wider, prettier pedals that are ready to meet the increasing demands of riders. Riders want pedals that are low-profile and thin to aid in handling for low CG. Also, they are less likely to get in the way and hit rocks if they are lower profile. Spank accomplishes this with a 12mm pedal height not including the pins. The body itself is cold-forged for strength. Continue reading →
User Reviews 
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SpecialistJon
a Weekend Warrior Date Reviewed: August 16, 2012 Strengths: Good sized platform, awesome grip, good weight for its size, can't beat its 12mm thin profile, and is super durable Weaknesses: Doesn't spin very well due to friction seal and IGUS bushing, may not appeal to people who do a lot of pedaling Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Gear Jammer Duration Product Used: 1 month Price Paid: $114.00 Purchased At: Universal Cycles
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Jonathan Date Reviewed: July 10, 2012 Strengths: Nice large platform and plenty of pins provide excellent traction. They are only 12mm thick so the thinner profile does feel nice under your feet. Weight is also minimal though they feel very sturdy. Have clipped a couple rocks and they are holding up perfectly! The fact that they come in different colors is nice as well. Awesome customer service from Spank too! Weaknesses: Had some squeaking from my 5.10 shoes with the old pedal axle assembly. Spank contacted me directly and offered a replacement without me asking for it. For another $15 shipping my pedals are now sqeak free. The new 2012 model comes with the new axle system as standard. Bottom Line:
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polymathic
a All Mountain Rider Date Reviewed: June 24, 2012 Strengths: Great, strong, grippy, thin pedals. Best price/weight/strength/thinness deal. Super durable. Look great, too. Weaknesses: Original hardware lead to squeaking with 5.10 shoes. That was a bit annoying, but I upgraded to the new hardware for $15. No squeaking now. Any new pedal will be fit with the new hardware. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Price Paid:
$105.00 Purchased At: universalcycle Similar Products Used: Wellgo MG1, Xpeedo, Shimano DX.... 
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bing! Date Reviewed: April 24, 2012 Strengths: thin, great grip and strong. Weaknesses: noisy. using the pedals is like taking a ride with a dying hamster. the axle rubs on your shoe's sole as it rotates with each pedal stroke, making a sickening squeak. if you like bike noise, these are the pedls for you. Bottom Line:
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lone-wolf-production
a Downhiller
from Kamloops BC Canada Date Reviewed: December 15, 2011 Strengths: The biggest thing that people seem to notice about this pedal is it's slim and sleek design. While this is certainly a huge plus there is much more that the Spike Flat Pedal has to offer. There seems to be a number of choices at this price point but not many are as durable as Spank pedal. I have smashed this pedal into countless rock with little to no damage at all. In fact my pedals still work as well as the day I got them. Many pedals tend to have what I call "shin raker" pins in them which are elongated often in order to make up for a poor shaped pedal but the Spank pedals do not use this technique. They have moderate length pins that are placed properly on the pedal in order to offer maximum grip. On top of all that the bearings have stayed in good condition and are still tight with no maintenance for the entire 2011 season. Weaknesses: N/A Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Harper Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $110.00 Purchased At: Spank Similar Products Used: N/A Bike Setup: 2011 Banshee Scythe
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