Extra large pedals?

Wow... Just googled them and boy are they expensive in comparison to the composite version😬
I'm currently borrowing my mates unites until I find a new pair for the new bike... Looks like I may try and do a deal with him for these instead. Can't justify 80quid or more for metal pedals.
Normally do superstar nanos but even they've gone up in price massively
 
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These are the Deftraps next to PA03's - not a great pic as done in my garage and the pedals are on bikes, but you get the idea.

The one think I really like about the Deity pedals is that the pedals are centred on the axle, and I find that this means there is far more flexibility to foot placement. The OneUps are similar in this respect.

By that I mean that I find a lot of pedals have a sweet spot, and if you are not locked into that spot you tend to be constantly trying to readjust your foot ( for me DMR Vaults are a good example of this).

With the deity pedals they feel great as long as your foot is in a reasonably decent postion.

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R120 said:
These are the Deftraps next to PA03's - not a great pic as done in my garage and the pedals are on bikes, but you get the idea.

The one think I really like about the Deity pedals is that the pedals are centred on the axle, and I find that this means there is far more flexibility to foot placement. The OneUps are similar in this respect.

By that I mean that I find a lot of pedals have a sweet spot, and if you are not locked into that spot you tend to be constantly trying to readjust your foot ( for me DMR Vaults are a good example of this).

With the deity pedals they feel great as long as your foot is in a reasonably decent postion.

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Purely from an aesthetic point of view(I know it means nowt but still) I much prefer the pao3's. I couldn't put the other ones on my bike I'm afraid... Looks like something I'd ham-fistedly made in my shed😬
 
The round shape at the corners feels much better when hitting rocks and deep rut walls, the deytis are too square for me.
 
I’m using Superstar Nano Evos on a number of my bikes. Nice large square edged platform which suit my size 13.5 clown feet.

Ive found my ankles/feet tend to roll off some of the smaller DMR V8/DX style platform pedals.

Specs say:

Weight: 440g (Steel Axles)
Weight: 370g (Titanium Axles)
Weight: 350g (Titanium Axles and Pins)
Platform size 101*110mm
Thickness 17mm

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I've been meaning to comment on this thread but each time, I've been distracted by things.

Anywho FYI, I'm a uk size 16 in foot (51/52 in Europe and 17 US).

I feel your pain @MtbWalker as trying to find a good foot pedal combo can be tricky (especially for wide footed riders).

In addition, I cant say that ive had the privilege of trying clips as none of the major mtb shoe companies have my size (and I'm not about to botch one of my own trainers to install a cleat).

It has been mentioned before but I run the Nukeproof Neutron Evo pedals and/or, the Funn Magic Pedals (which are essentially Nukeproof Neutron Evo's). These have been the better pedals I have tried which offers the best foot position on a consistent basis (hardtail, full sus, emtb hardtail & emtb full sus) coupled with my riding shoe (Lonsdale Fulham).

The testimonials from some members (in terms of their views), seem a bit patronising. Especially if they fail to understand that a contact point on a bike ensures a good interface with said bike.

Nevertheless, I'm always on the lookout for the next best thing (or bigger things 😅). So I'll keep you posted if I find anything specific and unique 👍🏿
 
Neeko DeVinchi said:
The testimonials from some members (in terms of their views), seem a bit patronising Especially if they fail to understand that a contact point on a bike ensures a good interface with said bike.
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In my view, the sentence above, makes the most sense of this thread.
I used to swear by Shimano saints, An other larger pedal, couldn’t place why other than platform and grip, when I moved to an ebike, I swapped over my old saint pedals having tried Bergtec Penthouses but couldnt grip the bike or throw it around, suffering with torn meniscus on both knees, a single trail would cause much leg pain as I’d move my flex from ankle to knee.
switching to the Shimano saints I got little to no pain and thought little of it,
As they were beat up, I tried getting a service kit and pins to no avail, then I settled on replacing with a set of Stamp 7, couldn’t understand why they worked, though, I looked through this thread and found my answer,
Central outer pins across the spindle as opposed to a flat tapered bar,
Allows excellent contact for pushing and pulling the bike sideways. coupled with a pair of Ride Concepts I pacify my thoughts on the pin design and layout making a big difference to the contact point, otherwise your reliant on levering off the crank arms turning your hips inwards and allowing undue stress on knee joints in multiple directions

Perhaps the above is Pi55talk, I’ll accept it - we’re all entitled to our view, though I’d focus more on pin layout than large platform I kind of lucked out with a large platform which offers support, so settled with Stamp7 and getting pleasing feedback from the pedals but ultimately no knee pain nor pain in base of foot! Win win!
 
Snrbrtsn said:
In my view, the sentence above, makes the most sense of this thread.
I used to swear by Shimano saints, An other larger pedal, couldn’t place why other than platform and grip, when I moved to an ebike, I swapped over my old saint pedals having tried Bergtec Penthouses but couldnt grip the bike or throw it around, suffering with torn meniscus on both knees, a single trail would cause much leg pain as I’d move my flex from ankle to knee.
switching to the Shimano saints I got little to no pain and thought little of it,
As they were beat up, I tried getting a service kit and pins to no avail, then I settled on replacing with a set of Stamp 7, couldn’t understand why they worked, though, I looked through this thread and found my answer,
Central outer pins across the spindle as opposed to a flat tapered bar,
Allows excellent contact for pushing and pulling the bike sideways. coupled with a pair of Ride Concepts I pacify my thoughts on the pin design and layout making a big difference to the contact point, otherwise your reliant on levering off the crank arms turning your hips inwards and allowing undue stress on knee joints in multiple directions

Perhaps the above is Pi55talk, I’ll accept it - we’re all entitled to our view, though I’d focus more on pin layout than large platform I kind of lucked out with a large platform which offers support, so settled with Stamp7 and getting pleasing feedback from the pedals but ultimately no knee pain nor pain in base of foot! Win win!
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Don't know the exact Saint model you have, but you can buy the spindles, this spindle fits multiple models.

Shimano Ersatzachse für PD-GR500
 
I have size 12 feet using 5.10 freeriders and DMR V12,s have been a good combination for me won't break the bank at about £40 and I've not had any issues .
 
Oneup alloys pair great with my size 11.5 and they also have one of the thinest profiles. I’ve also ran Large Stamp 7,11, but prefer the grip a little more on the Oneup pedals. Paired with 5.10 Freerider Pro’s.
 
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Pedals are ultimately a personal choice, and what works well for one person might not work well for another.

I have tried over 20 different pedals in the last 4 years, and out of those pretty much all of them have done as as advertised, and the older Crank Bros where the only one that I really didn’t like as they did not give anything like the grip I found from other pedals (they have changed their design since I last tried them)

Ultimately your riding style, shoe choice and foot positioning are all factors that vary for each of us.

A good example would be the Unites, in that when wearing Freerider Pros they worked brilliantly, but when wearing Ride Concept Vices they felt like an ice rink.
 
I'v ebeen using raceface atlas pedals for the last few years, I find them very grippy and quite comfy. Not sure if they would be classed as large though as I have fairly average size feet. They are a bit on the pricey side though.

I like the look of the oneup pedals, so might give them a try next.
 
I’m leaning towards the pedalling innovations ones.
reason I asked initially is I borrowed someone’s Levo and he had a set of pedals on that were massive. He was only 5’11 and a size 9. He reckons you can’t beat a big surface area for downhill. I’m a size 10/11 so want to give them a go.

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Honestly didn't expect you to take my first reply litterally.
Those things are horrible.
Yes. I've ridden them (on some Jerry's bike)
You could go for a full house with Rev grips and an Ergon Ebike saddle
 
Hope 120 quid i think had three sets on different bikes no problems with them.
 
MtbWalker said:
He didn’t give any helpful advice in here. His post was pointless. If he’s got a view on something then I’ll gladly hear it. Bike shop or not?
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I note you are a new member. That's fine, experienced members ( including Gary) are very happy to give advice, and most of us have gained experience the hard way. It would have helped if you mentioned the type of MTB riding you do, and also your experience. For all we know, you could be a 'learner' and only ride on flat uninteresting tracks.
As a matter of interest, I have been involved in both bunch riding ( road cycling) and for the past few years, also MTB'ing both solo and in a group. Pedals I would prefer are clip-in, and they don't come any smaller than that, but the big disadvantage is having an 'off' and being unable to unclip in time. Because of the many pedal strikes I have experienced on trails etc., I go for a pedal that fits my footprint perfectly, and allows all the sharp pins to fully engage, so I won't slip off the pedals. ( weight distribution also important )
Finally, Gary has been very helpful to contributors to this site, and has earned my respect.
 
Wellgo LU 987U

A lot of the ones I tried have tiny little bearings. I'm not sure what's in the above (dirt cheap) Wellgo, but mine still spin perfectly with no play at all after 2,000+ miles. My guess is they have old school cup and cone bearings that are a bit chunkier than the ones in thinner pedals.
 
MtbWalker said:
Does anyone use any larger than normal pedals? Can’t be a bad thing having more surface area to rest your foot on. How do people get on with them any any recommendations for a set that aren’t going to break the bank?
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Kona WahWah are some of the biggest and very good. Prefer to my older Burgtecs, Innovations etc. The composite version is what I use.
 
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The endless p. size debate…
Some say their foot size is related to the p size, but this is not proven by science.
Most people agree that regular sized p are better and shall satisfy any real world demands.
Maybe they release a p enhancer, just like a dropper post, your p will enlarge or get smaller at demand 🧐
 
B1rdie said:
"Some say their foot size is related to the p size, but this is not proven by science".
Most people agree that regular sized p are better and shall satisfy any real world demands.
Maybe they release a p enhancer, just like a dropper post, your p will enlarge or get smaller at demand 🧐
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Your kidding right?
Look, maybe its because I've got big feet and have tried numerous pedals....
Whatever research articles or fact-finds your referring too, didn't look into the matter diligently enough (In my opinion).
 
Neeko DeVinchi said:
Your kidding right?
Look, maybe its because I've got big feet and have tried numerous pedals....
Whatever research articles or fact-finds your referring too, didn't look into the matter diligently enough (In my opinion).
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Right!
 
B1rdie said:
The endless p. size debate…
Some say their foot size is related to the p size, but this is not proven by science.
Most people agree that regular sized p are better and shall satisfy any real world demands.
Maybe they release a p enhancer, just like a dropper post, your p will enlarge or get smaller at demand 🧐
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😂
 
Levo19 said:
Your a Brown nose...don't pump up his tyres 😂. He quite often belittles people's comments and offends them as if they were stupid because they don't have his knowledge! ! Smart dude though, I'll give him that,.. don't be offended Gary, like you, I'm just speaking my mind.. 😁
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@Levo19, dude don't give them the satisfaction.
Look, some members are more opinionated than others (and they'll voice their opinions and belittle others in the process).
Besides (take from someone whose come close to getting kicked off the furom), just ignore em.
Life's too short to have hate in your mind and heart 👍🏿
 
What?
You're missing an enthralling documentary following Kerry Katona's families daily food consumption, her waste and it's impact on the environment!
 
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