Why I Stopped Riding SPDs After 25 Years and Switched to Crank Brothers Mallet-E Clipless Pedals

For over 25 years I have ridden Shimano SPDs. They're fantastic pedals, but recently I tried some Crank Brothers Mallet E pedals, and I learned some interesting things about pedals, pedal float, play, and my preferences. Join me today as we take a deep dive into pedals and what makes them different, to learn if there's an options out there that's more aligned with your needs and wants. Did you like this topic? We're having a deeper discussion about this video over on Patreon. Become a patron today to join the discussion. Patreon.com/bigbrainparty.

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