Some Facts About Bike Pedals http://bikecycles.org/ Some Facts About Bike Pedals One of the hobbies that is ideal and apt from the physical activity perspective as well as from the point of view of the flexibility the activity itself offers is cycling. You are not dependant on anybody and can just take off on a ride as and when you feel like it. The only requirement is that you should enjoy your riding experience and that is borne out of the comfort you can enjoy when riding your bike. One of the important components of your riding experience apart from the seat, the way the bars are positioned and the availability of gears is the quality and manner in which bike pedals are positioned. Fortunately, these are minor issues and can be addressed through total replacement of the part. One of the common problems that people face with pedals is the slipping of the feet while pedaling furiously. This can be resolved by fitting the shoes with a cleat which in turn gets locked into a system that is inherent in the pedals. This has ensured that those who are into racing and those who wish to pedal fast can now do so without the inconvenience of their feet slipping off the pedals. There is also lesser strain on the ankle and you can therefore cycle for long periods of time without feeling tired. Bike pedals are manufactured by a number of reputed brands and all of them are well known for their durability as well as comfort factor. Of particular interest are the clipless pedals that can be installed quickly and easily. If you are wondering which of the pedals you should go for out of the clipless, cage and platform types available, you need to consider the following points. The clipless ones are essentially for the trail riders and those who want their feet to remain fastened on to the pedal through a snapping action. The feet can be released with just a rotating movement. These pedals allow the rider to pedal fast and leverage the leg muscles much better in propelling the bike forward. The main advantage with them is the sure footing that they enable riders to have particularly in rough terrain or when travelling on uneven surfaces. The only disadvantage with these pedals is the problem riders face when they crash into something and do not have the time or convenience to remove their feet. The next one is the cage or toeclip pedal. This is normally found only in bikes that are inexpensive as the manufacturer only has to provide for a strap that can be wound around the feet to ensure that they remain firmly positioned on the pedals. Here again, the problem of quickly divesting your feet off the pedals in the event of a crash remains a challenge. The platform bike pedals are the most common ones that do not offer the luxury of a firm anchor for the feet and this leads to a compromise of the pedalling experience. They are therefore not preferred for racing or when cycling on uneven terrain. CycleSurgery is the specialist bike retailer with over twenty stores nationwide. Expert staff are on hand to advise on top of the range bikes, components, http://www.cyclesurgery.com/pedals/components/fcp-category/list�>bike pedals , accessories
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