Wider pedals vs 80s authenticity

[MrOz]

I have a 1982 Peugeot project nearing completion, but after a ride with normal trainers yesterday I think I need to revise the pedal/shoe strategy, as the outer bit of the pedal was digging into my foot (in line with little toe). Currently I have Lyotard 136s on it, but I don't know if any quill/rat trap type pedal will always have this issue. Are some wider than others? The original spec was for Maillard CXCs or something, which always come with no toe clips as they're impossible to find, and I don't want to spend much on something that was mass market not that long ago really.

Sadly I can't sneak in some Looks c. 1985 as Mr Eroica tells me they are FORBIDDEN (fair enough I guess).

Any ideas?

Andrew

 

[Fab Foodie]

What are you wearing on your feet?

 

[MrOz]

http://www.sportsdirect.com/kappa-rannock-trainers-mens-249006?colcode=24900603

I know proper lace-up cycling shoes would be better, but the whole endeavour doesn't really warrant that expense.

It might be that my current pedals would be fine with proper shoes, or it might be that different pedals will work and be a cheaper option.

 

[mjr]

Are you set on rat traps? I've nice rubber blocks (Wellgo LU-808s) on my '83 Falcon and I like them... and it'd probably pass Eroica as they were around back then.

 

[midlife]

Blimey is Kappa stuff still on the go?

How about trying a track pedal in a wider size?

Shaun

 

[mickle]

MKS sylvan wide.

 

[Fab Foodie]

http://www.sportsdirect.com/kappa-rannock-trainers-mens-249006?colcode=24900603

I know proper lace-up cycling shoes would be better, but the whole endeavour doesn't really warrant that expense.

It might be that my current pedals would be fine with proper shoes, or it might be that different pedals will work and be a cheaper option.

The soles of modern trainers are pretty wide and foamy compared to those of yesteryear, that might be the issue. Otherwise use w non quill pedal with clips.

 

[raleighnut]

This style of pedal is actually single sided and will dig in if the wrong way up.

 

[MrOz]

Thank you very much for the measurements! Any old brands doing the same thing?

Blimey is Kappa stuff still on the go?

I thought that Kappa might keep the 80s vibe...

 

[MrOz]

Thing is, I've also got some of these...

which might be more comfy BUT I haven't got any clips, and all these "aero" designs (c.f. Campag Triomphe et al) feature clips nigh on impossible to find (and when you do they're really expensive). £50 for some clips?!

 

[Fab Foodie]

Thank you very much for the measurements! Any old brands doing the same thing?



I thought that Kappa might keep the 80s vibe...

I think Adidas Rom were my quill pedalling trainer of choice in the 80s ....

 

[Fab Foodie]

Thing is, I've also got some of these...

which might be more comfy BUT I haven't got any clips, and all these "aero" designs (c.f. Campag Triomphe et al) feature clips nigh on impossible to find (and when you do they're really expensive). £50 for some clips?!

I found clips for those quite recently and not so expensive .... I'll try and remember!

 

[MrOz]

Since writing I've found some of these

http://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=036524D0-6997-4104-9F89-D654F3410143&Enum=109&AbsPos=2

which irrespective of width look like they might not dig in so much...

 

[biggs682]

Since writing I've found some of these

http://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=036524D0-6997-4104-9F89-D654F3410143&Enum=109&AbsPos=2

which irrespective of width look like they might not dig in so much...

good luck finding those

@MrOz where are you based as i have a good selection of retro pedals with cages that might suit

 

[MrOz]

good luck finding those

Ah but when I say "found" I mean "bought". For £12.50 posted. I rule.

Thanks for the pedal offer Mr Biggs, but I think I'm a tad distant in Amersham. However when these pedals fall to gritty pieces on opening the parcel no doubt I shall be back with my tail between my legs.