Pedals > DMR Pedals

Advantages: Grippy, tough, long-lasting, good spares backup
Disadvantages: Poor paint, watch those pins, needs flat soled shoes

The Company DMR started life in 1995. They focus on the extreme side of mountain biking. More BSX, slalom, 4X, jumping and freestyle than cross country. The company name stands for Design Make Ride, and are British, so you can feel all patriotic when you buy stuff from them. Why go for a Flattie? Flattie or platform pedals were another innovation by Shimano. Their DX pedal came out in the early/mid '90s, and Shimano ...
...about this pedal, is that DMR produce a comprehensive set of spares. If it gets damaged, or worn then it can be repaired rather than having to throw it away and buy a new one. A new axle for instance costs a mere £3.99. V8 versus V12 DMR also produce a more expensive version of this pedal - the V12. For nearly twice the price you get cartridge bearings, better sealing and chrome plating on the axle. The pedal body is identical for both models. ... Read review

Advantages: quality, use, price
Disadvantages: None

...last well. Even if they do need maintenance, shimano stock everything you need to rebuild them. Conclusion: They do everything that a normal spd pedal would do, but much, much better. As much as it pains me to say it, they are another quality product from shimano. ... Read review

Advantages: Perfect for sporting or casual use.
Disadvantages: None

...a good example - the Shimano A530 SPD's. 1 The Manufacturer. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Shimano are one of life's fascinating mixtures. I had been aware of the firm's fishing products for quite a long time. They have pioneered new technology and introduced it at the entry levels to their ranges. Many firms work the other way around - introducing the innovation at the most expensive level, and once it has paid for itself, the plebs can enjoy it later ...
...race, these days, you'll spot Shimano products all over the place. 2 The Concept ^^^^^^^^^^^ The first cleats were introduced to cycling before Mr Shimano was born. The concept was fairly simple. If you pedal along really fast and your foot slips off the pedal, you risk injury to a muscle or even a tumble off your bike. One solution was a clip or strap into which you place your foot to keep it in place. Straps are difficult to get your foot ... Read review

Advantages: Impressive durability, adjustibility, reliable SPD mechanism
Disadvantages: Mud clearing not as good as other brands

...an absolute steal. Shimano redesigned the pedal to make the pedal body and clip mechanism more open so that it shed mud better - I don't know if this makes any difference, but the mechanism is generally reliable throughout a ride. Normally difficulty clipping in and out is caused when you get off the bike and get mud and stones jammed in the shoe cleat. On the pedal mechanism there is a screw with marker arrows, so you can adjust the clip tension. ...
...could give them 6 stars I would. If you're going to try going clip-less then you won't go far wrong with these Shimano entry-level pedals. At the very least the low cost means that you have lost very little if you find you don't get on with them. ... Read review

Advantages: Ease of entry; Mud clearing; Float
Disadvantages: Durability of pedal and cleats

"Oh look! Someone's stolen your pedal!" At first glance it can certainly look that way when you see the quirky Crank Brothers Eggbeaters on a bike. These are minimal in the extreme, and look unlikely to be able to operate in the intended manner. But operate they do, and pretty well too. Eggbeaters take their name from the shape which, clearly, makes them look like they're ready to whisk up an omelette. They are a type of 'clipless' pedal (quick ...
...style; flats with 'clips' - the little straps that go over your foot to attach you; and clipless, which attach you to the pedal by a variety of methods, culminating in a cleat on the sole of your shoe). These pedals are aimed at the mountain bike market, though can be used on a daily road bike (as I do) thanks to their simple design and lack of 'clogability' when it comes to mud and grime. As can be seen from the picture they are very open, and ... Read review