Gravel bikes users what None SPD pedals are you using

[LWeleven]

How many of your gravel bike users are using none SPD pedals

recommendations ?

 

[chriswoody]

When I bought my bike second hand the previous owner had fitted DMR V12 pedals. After using them for a number of months I was a convert, brilliant pedals.

I've since ridden thousands of kilometres, mostly off-road and several multi day tours on them. Originally I rode using some old SPD shoes with the cleats removed, but I've since changed to some Five Ten shoes and the combination is brilliant.

 

[Mo1959]

Was just about to suggest the DMR V12. I have them on my mountain bike. Pair of grippy soled shoes and they are nearly as good as being clipped in without the risks.

 

[LWeleven]

When I bought my bike second hand the previous owner had fitted DMR V12 pedals. After using them for a number of months I was a convert, brilliant pedals.

I've since ridden thousands of kilometres, mostly off-road and several multi day tours on them. Originally I rode using some old SPD shoes with the cleats removed, but I've since changed to some Five Ten shoes and the combination is brilliant.

Yes I’ve used these before , I have never really had a problem with any pedal , my current bike has basic ones on with toe clips , the downside is if for any reason your riding the flip side granted I’ve never done that they are very close to the floor

 

[vickster]

I like Wellgo pedals for standard flats (albeit on road) e.g.

View: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wellgo-M-20-Aluminum-Mountain-Reflector/dp/B015HK9BFC/ref=asc_df_B015HK9BFC/

 

[cougie uk]

I've used Time Atacs on my MTB/Winter/Gravel bikes for decades now.

Only changed my first set of cleats last year.

Never clogged in mud, never maintained them and I can walk in the shoes. Actually I've not bothered with my speedplay pedals for over a year now.

 

[fossyant]

Just be wary of pedals with big pins - just for the sake of your lower legs. They are like claws if you get hit by the pedal. At least with SPD you jet a bruise, and not a huge cut.

 

[Blue Hills]

Don't the pins in those DMR V12's damage shoes?

I don't have a gravel bike though one of my self builds based on an old frame might not be a million miles from one.

But am a convert to nonSPD for any serious touring/trips that might involve any (mild for me) off road.

I use these:

https://www.tredz.co.uk/.MKS-Sylvan-Touring_18210.htm

Good grip unless it's really chucking it down - nice old-fashioned easy to self-service design.

Now and again I have to dismount and push a bit for some reason or to manhandle the bike - a real joy to remember that I'm not sitting on top of cleats. Have done some very long rides with flats - not noticed any real drop-off in efficiency.

 

[MichaelW2]

On my rough stuff touring bike I use MKS Sylvian Touring which has a wider, flatter cage than road style ones. Have used them with trainers, mtb shoes , trail shoes hiking boots.

 

[Over the Ord]

I use DMR V8/12 pedals with Shimano MTS shoes (no cleats fitted), they are a good match and I’ve had no problems.

 

[chriswoody]

Don't the pins in those DMR V12's damage shoes?

Surprisingly not that much In my experience. The old SPD shoes I used at first did get a little chewed up, but then they were old. The outdoor walking shoes I used for a short while showed no damage at all. The Five Ten's I currently wear have been supposedly designed for flat pedals, but oddly the sole of one shoe is slightly damaged and the other untouched.

As @fossyant mentions above though, they don't half damage your leg if you get in there way!

 

[iluvmybike]

Don't the pins in those DMR V12's damage shoes?

No they dont. I use mine with Five ten shoes in dry conditions and a pair of lightweihgt walking boots in wet/winter. They are super grippy[/QUOTE]