tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post24152733268497907..comments2023-04-02T05:48:54.555-07:00Comments on The Epicurean Cyclist: The Tale of Two PedalsRussRocahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03636053628690240628noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-84861902478806441892008-10-05T15:28:00.000-07:002008-10-05T15:28:00.000-07:00thanks for an interesting site, russ. my favorite ...thanks for an interesting site, russ. my favorite pedals are the stock black plastic grippy nondescript pedals that my local (Berlin, D) dutch bike dealer takes off his new bikes, as he prefers to put on the traditional rubber-and-steel pedals (for ex. from Union). he then sells these plastic pedals for 1EUR/pair: i have loads of them now! plastic is less slippy than aluminum when wet, and it's often wet in Berlin. my foot sticks no matter what i do. shoes are important: i hate to admit it, but old Tevas really ARE super grippy and stiff. i don't wear them with socks . . .<BR/><BR/>on a similar vein (man/machine interface), i've always been amazed what a difference the fabric your shorts/pants are made of makes in terms of comfort on the saddle, and i've yet to see writings about this. the stiffer, obviously, the better. lycra is not stiff, and needs a pad. a stiffer jean or baggy mtb short (sugoi i have) turns (almost) any saddle into comfy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-808246918530953702008-09-24T10:41:00.000-07:002008-09-24T10:41:00.000-07:00Nothing better than the MKS Touring Pedals! I just...Nothing better than the MKS Touring Pedals! I just got a new pair from Velo-Orange and I love them. So comfy, just the right amount of bite, and pretty good looking, too!Joey Frenchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13060647537657405030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-56032911515713385942008-09-22T09:58:00.000-07:002008-09-22T09:58:00.000-07:00I recently switched from clip-less as well and mad...I recently switched from clip-less as well and made the transition to toe-clips and now I am trying a platform pedal strap meant for mountain bikers called "Power Grips". They have been working pretty well. The straps feel like free style but give enough support to power your up-stroke if you feel like it. I can wear pretty much any shoe and they are easy to get out of. You may want to look into them. :)Loganenatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02882099683550015237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-5613441043534845322008-09-22T08:21:00.000-07:002008-09-22T08:21:00.000-07:00I would prefer to use the platform style pedal, bu...I would prefer to use the platform style pedal, but I can't find shoes that would keep my feet from being sore. I'm back to clipless (egg beaters) with shimano shoes. My feet are fine now, but I would prefer to have the platforms.<BR/><BR/>Can anyone give me recommendations for shoes? I'm not a big fan of the Keens.<BR/><BR/>Thanks,<BR/>BillyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-22285520069837984442008-09-22T07:26:00.000-07:002008-09-22T07:26:00.000-07:00I actually have permanent damage on my ankle from ...I actually have permanent damage on my ankle from using toe clips. I was hit from behind and my shoes got stuck on the toeclips, as I went over my shoe came loose, but too late. It got trapped under the frame and the chainring dug into my ankle. It just barely missed the achilles. I was on crutches for two months and still have stiffness there, two and a half years later.Justin Augusthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16652461082265558086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-84696087264630064852008-09-21T21:57:00.000-07:002008-09-21T21:57:00.000-07:00I enjoyed touring across America this summer with ...I enjoyed touring across America this summer with a pair of toe clipped MKS touring pedals and a pair of Specialized Tahos with out a cleat attachedSmellawarriorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09971284827824754064noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-14771570831114889252008-09-21T19:57:00.000-07:002008-09-21T19:57:00.000-07:00They were the Kona Jack Sh*t pedals that originall...They were the Kona Jack Sh*t pedals that originally came with my Kona Smoke. Those pins will tear up your calves and shins if you're not careful.<BR/><BR/>MylesRat Trap Presshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14123315525301010775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-62890850421240266192008-09-21T19:52:00.000-07:002008-09-21T19:52:00.000-07:00It's funny, my experience with toe clips was a lot...It's funny, my experience with toe clips was a lot like yours; I could just never master them. I thought about using a pair of Time pedals I got with my used cyclocross bike, but the thought of getting hit in traffic with clipless pedals kinda freaked me out, so I've never tried them (my cyclocross is my daily commuter). I then moved onto the same type of pedal as your MKS Touring pedal (they look the same, I'm unsure if they're the same brand) but the lack of foot support bothered me.<BR/><BR/>Now, I use Easton Flatboys. They're big, hard to miss and have pins. I also cycle in Keen H2 sandals and have no problem with putting my feet in different positions solidly. The pins dig into the sandals nicely and keep my feet in place even in the rain. The only downside is if you do manage to miss the pedal (what can I say, I'm a clutz), you get some punctures in your shin. This isn't usually a problem unless you're riding rough or unpaved road.Lyle Jantzi IIIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17572438621087932792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-90287130712521695272008-09-21T19:38:00.000-07:002008-09-21T19:38:00.000-07:00My favorite pedal is my cheapo Wellgo Bmx style bl...My favorite pedal is my cheapo Wellgo Bmx style black platform pedals. They provide great grip and can be Powergripped if need be.<BR/><BR/>I'm going to pick up some of the new VO pedals and try those out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-16857717722203973462008-09-21T17:35:00.000-07:002008-09-21T17:35:00.000-07:00rtp...ive actually never tried pedals with tractio...rtp...ive actually never tried pedals with traction pins...what kind did you use?RussRocahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03636053628690240628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1612648168389835295.post-6399901698104981002008-09-21T17:29:00.000-07:002008-09-21T17:29:00.000-07:00I just bought some MKS touring pedals and love the...I just bought some MKS touring pedals and love them. I used to use some downhill type platform pedals but the little traction pins actually made things too grippy, I'd have to lift my foot off the pedal to adjust my foot position and they started to cause some knee pain. The MKS pedals are just right. I use them with Salomon amphib shoes, they have relatively thin stiff soles.Rat Trap Presshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14123315525301010775noreply@blogger.com