Pedal design devolving?

[MilkyWilky]

Evolution in sick plastics probably contributed to the perceived devolution of pedals.

I don't think plastics deform or anything, but the weight difference in the bodies means the initial impact could be more gentle, and the second half that comes whipping around to finish you carries less energy too.

I once dreamed of a JCPC half that was made to grind, no pins, thicker, PLEG compound or something, maybe some surface sliding contours. PLEDAL BODY or something. Ever been on the table G?

[meathead]

why does no company offer metal pedals with a plastic grind plate? surely thell be the best of both worlds? endless smooth pedal grinds and the strength and grip of metal all in one hand little package?

[thatotherguy84]

why does no company offer metal pedals with a plastic grind plate? surely thell be the best of both worlds? endless smooth pedal grinds and the strength and grip of metal all in one hand little package?

Didn't someone sell those years ago?

[meathead]

fuck knows , nothing nowdays :/

[LukeTom]

There are ones with metal grind plates, for example: http://www.gussetbikes.com/products-bmx-information.php?id=PDGUFT9K

[JFax]

The serious pedal grinders I know use those Ody JCPC pedals with pins removed on one side to get that metal grip but smooth grind.

[dude...]

The serious pedal grinders I know use those Ody JCPC pedals with pins removed on one side to get that metal grip but smooth grind.

this is the way

[DAKINS]

why does no company offer metal pedals with a plastic grind plate? surely thell be the best of both worlds? endless smooth pedal grinds and the strength and grip of metal all in one hand little package?

I used to make them, and immediately stopped using them once the JCPC's came out.

[erenes]

JCPC for life. I was using disposable pedals (one of the reasons was the idea that plastic pins are not so aggressive on shins). I still have a full big box of bent loose ball axles, cracked bodies etc. When I switched to JCPC I realised Im not hitting my shins at all with pedals, cause my feet are not slipping.

Had first pair of JCPC for around three years. The right one was setup for grinding. I grinded thru two frames, cracked dozens of cranksets but JCPC were fine. They got loose, then pin heads wore out / dissapeared. No maintanance. The small hole from grinding appeared on the side. They were slightly loose (but still pretty noiseless). I still had them on my second bike. The 17mm hex is almost round. What is AMAZING that I usually cracked +-10 bodies transparent Polycarbonate (but solid Nylon which are stronger - like Twisteds, Animals too).  But JCPC is a solid brick, thick enought and INDESTRUCTABLE.

I tried BPE and they stuck in one day. No warranty. No spinning. Thick and ugly.

I just got another pair of JCPS. I even use them on my 650b Enduro bike. They are pretty big surface/flat bodies = good feeling. Slightly on the thicker side (mtbikes dont like the thick classic look).

getting rid of bushings/small bearings = BEST DESIGN EVER.

[peggiesmalls]

I like the look of the new éclat Stevie pedal its basically an eclat slash with metal pins on one side(perfect Imo)

[MilkyWilky]

I know this leaves the realm of BMX, but so far as I'm concerned FUNN is one of those OG brands that I used to associate with extreme mountain bike riding. While their seats and 48h 24" wheels have fallen out of favour, I'll never forget their Soljam viper pedals.

In an article on Bikerumor about their new platform prototype with 'float' they also showed a shot of their plastics with metal pins.
Original article http://www.bikerumor.com/2015/09/03/eb15-funn-may-put-some-float-in-you-flats-with-hover-pedal-concept/

[Uncle_Banana]

Lately I've been looking MTB stuffs, because slim BMX pedal with metal pins are hard to find.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nylon-fiber-Bike-Pedals-Flat-Platform-Bicycle-Cycling-Sealed-Bearing-Pedals-9-16-/171868009210?var=&hash=item280421b2fa

This is pretty good deal.
I just got this for my barcode.  It's wide, grippy, and light.  The body feel solid. 

[goose]

All I want is a re-release of the original DX pedal.

[ediotism]

woah hold the horses here.... isn't that the JCPC axle system a la G? i kinda thought that he patented it (would be silly not to) and here it is in a different pedal? either G's involved in this company's pedals or he's selling royalties on it... pretty sweet if that's true, it's like making a really decent car chassis that's application to many car types, so every manufacturer go with your chassis to allow them all the designing they want on a good platform...

[G]

woah hold the horses here.... isn't that the JCPC axle system a la G? i kinda thought that he patented it (would be silly not to) and here it is in a different pedal? either G's involved in this company's pedals or he's selling royalties on it... pretty sweet if that's true, it's like making a really decent car chassis that's application to many car types, so every manufacturer go with your chassis to allow them all the designing they want on a good platform...

No it's probably different enough to not be a patent violation I think, plus they aren't selling huge numbers so it isnt worth the effort.


G.