This is the first time replacing the pedals on my Trek 3700. I want to stick to regular plastic platforms. Is it hard to change pedals? (Tools Needed?). What are some good pedals? Thanks
What about shin guards? When I was a kid I had plastic pedals on my Trek 820 and that was the weakest part of my bike. I beat them to hell to the point a part of one broke.crazybiker22 said:Yes plastic because I had bad experiences with metals digging into my leg.
No, A good adjustable wrench will normally work, Don't forget that the nondrive (fixed) side peddle has backwards threads; Clockwise to lossen. Put some grease on the new peddle threads and tread them in by hand. They don't have to be really tight.crazybiker22 said:. Is it hard to change pedals? (Tools Needed?).
You are backwards. The left (non drive side) pedal has the reverse thread. Typical torque for pedal thread is about 360 inch-pounds.faceplant72 said:No, A good adjustable wrench will normally work, Don't forget that the drive side peddle has backwards threads; Clockwise to lossen. Put some grease on the new peddle threads and tread them in by hand. They don't have to be really tight.
ProjectBomber said:I would say if you're dead set on plastic, then get some nice Odysseys. They are definitely a BMX company but the pedals have some great grip and are pretty inexpensive. Personally I would make the jump to aluminum or mag pedals that are serviceable w/ a pair of shin guards.
http://www.odysseybmx.com/catalog/pedals/