If I want to ride with just tennis shoes or flip flops around the block with the family, will I be able to do this with these pedals too?
1955668
Wont be an issue. I ride with my running shoes sometimes if I have to run a quick errand and it works fine.
1955669
Yes, the exterior "cage" that protects the clipping mechanism from dirt and other debris also functions very well as a platform to rest your feet on. Granted it won't feel as comfy as a completely flat pedal it will certainly do the job. I've ridden my mountain bike with these pedals around Hoboken, NJ many times with no issue.
1955670
If you want a good dual purpose Shimano pedal, I have a set of the Shimano A530 (NOT M530) on my commuter/beater bike. Those pedals have a single entry SPD on one side and a platform on the other for when you wear regular shoes. While the platform isn't huge, it is a bigger surface area then these A530's. If you wanted a dual purpose pedal I'd recommend those. Otherwise there are some pedals with larger platforms and single entry SPD clipless sides to them as well, but those are considerably heavier then the A520s. The PD-M324's come to mind if you wanted that bigger platform pedal.
1955671
Yes you will, but they do not have asmuch surface area or grip as true platform pedals.
1982864
it will work with a double pedal yes, but my feet are too quick for it. I suggest two single pedals and two individual pads.
1927814
This bikes comes with toe clips and strap that go over your foot and does not come with the clip-in pedals that you would use for cycling shoes. You can, however, add any type of pedals you want as they are standard pedals.
1084497
Are your kick pedals connected to each other? If so, I believe you can not flip flop it.
353837
tes... they come with a adapter that prevents the pedals from moving back and forth allowing you to use the toe brakes as a gas/brake pedals
1086064
I'd think so, as long as they're not tight. The foot goes in onto the pedal at an angle and, when straighted, the straps cinch onto it.
2163498
absolutely, you can crank up the resistance to the point where you can barely move the pedal. I don't know why you would want to train that way. But you can do it.
308682
A lot will depend on your shoes and the type of riding. If you are doing much out-of-the-saddle riding then a strapped clipless may be better, otherwise, if they fit your shoes, then these will be just fine. Be sure to practice getting out of them when you need to and get used to stuffing the toes in securely when jamming uphill and on technical downhills. Safety first. As for the pedals themselves, I prefer metal pedals with good bearings, but I am still using the originals that came with my 1988 Fisher Montare! No suspension for me, so a pedal's gotta be pretty durable on my fat tire bike.
1768921
The pedal is a great addition. Let's you change settings with your foot! I believe it can be used for other things as well.
2165471
You have to place one block on either side of the pedal. It adds a couple of inches, but I found it wasn't enough to allow my 3 year old to ride his big wheel. I don't believe the rubber band will stretch far enough if you try to place both blocks on one side of the pedal. Even if you did, the pedal weight would cause the blocks to flip over and face away from the person.
1843615
Yes, the SPD will work. Also, the pedals do come with their own cleats as well.
1984849
They work great as spd pedals. Long rides with out latching on is uncomfortable , but it works fine on short rides but it takes getting use to if you keep stepping on the wron side
1068353
Probably not. The foot pedal burned out on mine very quickly and I couldn't even get a response from the company after I sent a letter explaining the situation. This isn't a product I would recommend at all.
2016311
Pins will be mostly ineffective for winter boots but I can't think of any pedals that would be significantly better. These will work is my guess (I am not planning on trying it :)
233698
Sure but the bearing are very small. Maybe not worth the hassle and just replace the pedal if that becomes an issue.
801933
No they are not very good platform pedals. The bearings on these pedals only lasted a few weeks, I suggest you buy something else.
848115
No, you have to purchase new pedals if you want to use cycle shoes. I installed them easily and really like using the cycle shoes. I think you get a better workout. Just remember the threads may be reversed.