Best Gravel Bike Pedals 2019

The pedals featured in this year s review were measured using the same methods outlined in part ii of the 2018 roundup.

Best gravel bike pedals 2019.

Riding in deep sticky snow gets a whole lot easier with the cnc forged 45nrth helva platform pedals. I use the xt m8000 pedals on my cx bike and i can feel very little difference between them and the trail m8020 pedals i use on my mountain bike. Commuters mainly use the shimano pd a530 but they have some features that are great if you re just trying out clipless pedals for the first time. Too many times getting off the bike for something wacky like wading through a creek crossing.

This year however i included more bicycles in the test pool gravel mountain cargo e bike as well adding flat pedal shoes from ride concepts and specialized. Here is our selection of the best pedals for gravel riding from standard clipless pedals to more niche brands simple designs platform support or even flat pedals. Probably the best selling clipless pedals in the world shimano pd m520 has achieved near legendary status among cyclists. This bike pedal is eminent for its unique curved platform for protecting the foot clips.

I don t really see much need for the trail pedals with the cx bike because the extra platform space on them is wasted. It has a mind blowing griping option for twisting the path in any weather stage. I prefer the walkability of mtb cleats over road shoes for gravel cycling. Even my mtb race bikes don t get xtr.

A thin profile design sheds snow and maximizes clearance when you re cornering and riding in ruts. Pd m520 boasts a similar double sided entry and release mechanism as more expensive shimano counterparts from xt and xtr series. Adventure road bikes and gravel bikes are designed to be ridden on the road as well as off so you ll typically find a wide range of gears to allow both efficiency and speed on the road as well. The best beginners clipless pedal for gravel bikes shimano pd a530.

I ve had buddies break more than one pair of them but the xt s have been bullet proof for me. Crankbrothers pedal best gravel bike flat pedal on budget. Every bike i have wears xt pedals. That is why they made it into this list of the best gravel bike pedals.

They are suitable for a range of bikes including those intended for a gravel ride. But wait there s more it comes in a 5 year of warranty service which we find awesome. Katherine moore august 14.