Pedals

Pedals are the link that directly connects the rider with the bike and transfers leg power into motion. They consist of rotation-mounted foot platforms with a pedal body that is stationary in the load-bearing direction. The pedal axis is mounted with maintenance-free conical or industrial bearings in the pedal body and screws into the pedal crank to rotate freely along as the pedal moves in a circle. A good grip surface on the pedal is essential to prevent slippage. Nothing is worse for a cyclist than her foot slipping off the petal while riding at full power. The risk of injury is tremendous, which is why a new generation of pedals was developed in the mid-1980s. Known as system- or clipless pedals, they allow for a secure connection between cyclist and pedal. Special shoes snap into the clipless pedal by means of a pedal plate, much like a ski binding, resulting in more efficient power transfer and preventing the rider's foot from slipping off the pedal. The rider can unlock his foot by intentionally moving it to the side. Different models offer varying degrees of ease of removal, so that even beginners can come out of the pedal quickly and easily. Cyclists who have trouble deciding whether to ride with clipless pedal shoes or to stick with normal shoes will also find pedal models that work with both. In conclusion: modern pedals offer freedom of movement, comfort and safety.