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Shoes and pedals have to work as a system. This category covers road and mountain bike shoes, clipless pedals, flat pedals and cleats. Guides explain the difference between two-bolt and three-bolt cleat systems, which pedals each cleat fits, float and release tension, and when flat pedals make more sense, so you buy parts that are compatible with each other and with your riding style.
We compared seven flat pedals for mountain biking, looking at platform size, pin grip, weight, and bearing durability. ROCKBROS, OneUp Components, and FIFTY-FIFTY offer wide platforms; GEWAGE and Hapleby provide multiple sealed bearings.
Clipless pedals connect you to the bike; flats let you step off freely. Here is how they compare and how cleat systems fit together.
Road shoes pair with clipless pedals for an efficient, secure connection. Here is how to choose sole, closure and fit.
Mountain bike shoes balance pedaling with walking and grip. Here is how clipless and flat shoes differ.
Cleat position affects comfort and knee alignment. Here is a step-by-step approach to setting them up.
Flat pedals let you ride in any shoe and put a foot down quickly. Here is what separates a good platform.