Pogo Shaman

Advantages: value for money and great perfomance
Disadvantages: takes a little setting up...

...I've been biking for a long time and have been using XT shifting gear for years now so I've seen several changes in design over the years... This shifter has to be one of the best available as it brings together great looks, excellent performance and pretty good value for money and durability not to mention ease of set up and maintenance. With competition increasing year on year from SRAM (the original manufacturers of the GripShift shifting system) it’s a good job Shaman aren't resting on their laurels. On the contrary, not only do Shimano mange to offer value and excellent shifting but they’ve also managed to design the unit so that it looks sleek and stylish on the bike. Overall, highly recommended on both performance and value for money…... Read review

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

...Why would you want a pair? Clip-in pedals originally developed for road bikes, have found their way onto cross country mountain bikes. A metal plate called a cleat is bolted to a specially adapted shoe. The cleat engages in a sprung loaded clip on the pedal, holding the foot in the most efficient position. You disengage the clip by rotating the shoe. They also enable you to pull on the up-stroke improving power, although the power benefits are relatively modest. The major advantage of clip-in pedals is that it enables you to perfect a smooth circular pedal stroke. Next time you're out on a flat piece of road/track, drop a gear, unclip one side and try pedalling with one leg. If you're anything like me when I tried this you'll get an amusing jerky pogo like action. Perfecting a circular rather than up and down motion... Read review

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