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Flat pedals can also be a safer option for newer cyclists, especially when navigating busy city streets where you may find yourself having to put your foot down with regularity. Other notable features include built-in reflectors - something of a must-have for flat commuter pedals - and bearings (or perhaps bushings) that ran smoothly for the length of the review period. READ NEXT: The best bike lights The best flat MTB pedals you can buy in 2023 1. DMR Vault: Best all-round flat MTB pedal Still unsure? Don't worry, if you've got any questions I've done my best to answer at least the most common ones surrounding the use of flat pedals on road bikes. If you're not chasing performance, and are thinking more from a commuting standpoint then you really can't go wrong with any of the pedals above. If you're trying to get speedy without committing to clipping in then the choice is a little more considered. What size pedals do I need? For commuters the smaller size, which measures 100x100mm, means it won't catch on stairs or other obstacles you’re likely to encounter on your way to the office. However, if you have larger feet, or want to use the pedals for off-road use as well you may want to opt for the larger size.

Read the buyer's guide in our guide to the best flat pedals for cycling for more information on how to choose flat pedals. Are clipless pedals suitable for commuting?

One downside is the platform size. Still, if you’re running hard-soled SPD shoes, it ceases to be an issue. All in all, it’s an excellent little pedal that will happily take a beating and just keep doing what it does. Personalise your pedals with an upgrade from Chain Reaction. Our strong MTB pedal game means we have the latest flat and clipless pedals from huge names in cycle components like Nukeproof, Shimano, Crankbrothers, Time, DMR and many more. While clipping in has advantages, flat pedals allow you to put your foot down more easily, adjust your foot placement, and wear all kinds of different (not cycling-specific) footwear. They're also much more handy if you regularly get off and walk, as standard shoes are just better designed for walking than cycling shoes are. How do we test flat road bike pedals? Many of the Candy 1s features that make it a good pedal for the trails also means it performs on the commute to work, too. Key specs – Body: Extruded 6061 aluminium; Pins: 11 per pedal; Dimensions: 105 x 105mm; Weight: 430g (pair)

However, if you ride road-style three-bolt clipless pedals it may be worth considering a switch to SPD style pedals and cleats. Designed for off-road use they are generally more robust in their construction as well as allowing you to walk safely when you've arrived at your workplace. Platform pedals offer a platform that the rider can rest their foot on. Your shoe is free to move from the pedal and is gripped by strategically placed pins on the pedal. Techy stuff aside, the pedal itself performs beautifully out on the trail, with adjustable spring tension and smooth engagement when clipping in. It’s very robust, too, which is just as well, as you really don’t want to be forking out to replace something this expensive on a regular basis. As for the grip, there are 10 adjustable pins on each side that can be screwed in or out - for the daily commute we’d suggest winding them in a little. Your shoes and your shins will thank you! The pedals are aided by high performance bearings and steel axles. The bearing end cap is removable, which should make them serviceable, while the bearings ran smoothly throughout the review period. Essentially, the Geo City is a good looking pedal that’s well made and displays all the hallmarks of being both reliable and durable.Much lighter and more elaborate, these pedal systems are designed to directly channel your power into the pedal. Pedalling is smoother and more efficient. It’s easier to ‘hop’ or lift your bike over features on the road or trail and you don’t have to worry about your feet slipping off the pedals. Pay attention to a pedal’s Q-factor. This is the measurement from the outside of the crank arm to the middle of the platform, and it dictates how wide your stance will be. A wider stance will give you greater stability and clearance, which is good for aggressive downhill riding, while a narrower stance is better for pedalling. It will also affect cleat positioning on your shoes, which may need to be adjusted for optimal power and comfort.

While aesthetically flat pedals might not quite look the part there's no technical reason why you can't fit them to your road bike for commuting purposes. As long as the pedal thread, typically 9/16", matches the thread of the crank arm, you'll be ok. They combine the best of both worlds. These double-sided pedals offer a combination of a flat platform and either a road or an MTB clip-in system. So you have the choice of using either on the go. Last, but not least, is the price. As the entry level Candy model, they're competitively priced and a great choice for commuters who want to try clipping in without spending a fortune. However, on test we did find that t he level of grip offered was dependent on the shoes we wore. In trainers, or sneakers, it was fine, although not as secure as you’d perhaps like. In office shoes, which typically have little tread on the sole, we had to pedal carefully to avoid our foot slipping. That said, the large platform did make foot placement easy

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Mountain bike pedal options include clipless pedals - the pedal has a setup where the cleat on the sole of a cycling shoe clips in. This benefits the rider by increasing pedal efficiency and ensures feet stay in place even on rough terrain. Granted, it falls firmly into the “nice to have but by no means essential” category, and the price is not exactly wallet-friendly. That said, if you want to spend even more money, you can opt for the double-sided version, the XC200, which will provide the most accurate data possible. It's not so much a case of being slower, but rather the standard claim is that clipless systems are around 30% more efficient. This received wisdom isn't necessarily totally true, but there is a reason you don't see any pro riders using flat pedals. That being said, if you're not hunting KOM/QOMs and want some added versatility, then the moderate sacrifice in efficiency may well be a small price to pay for a more useable bike. What are flat pedals good for? Designed for trail use, the Aeffect pedal also makes sense for commuters looking for a robust flat pedal that’ll work in all weathers.