[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
A generous group member, Tom, has offered to send me a pair of MKS sneaker pedals for postage cost only. Thanks so much Tom! This is a genuinely good group of people. Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
+1 on all of this. I have an 11 1/2 size foot. On Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 4:49:18 PM UTC-5, Mojo wrote: > > I found Grip Kings to be not all grippy and not supportive for the outside > of my size 11 feet. I have happily used the VP Vice > http://www.vpcomponents.com/product/vp-015/ which I like better than the > Thin Gripster because it is a bit larger and has full length axles. Just > this fall I bought the Catalyst pedal from a local (western CO) company. It > is long like the Grip Kings and grippy like the VP pedals. I love them > especially with the optional longer pins. > https://pedalinginnovations.com/ > > Joe in GJT > > > On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 8:40:54 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: >>> >>> I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d >>> like to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip >>> King pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. >>> Thanks! >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I found Grip Kings to be not all grippy and not supportive for the outside of my size 11 feet. I have happily used the VP Vice http://www.vpcomponents.com/product/vp-015/ which I like better than the Thin Gripster because it is a bit larger and has full length axles. Just this fall I bought the Catalyst pedal from a local (western CO) company. It is long like the Grip Kings and grippy like the VP pedals. I love them especially with the optional longer pins. https://pedalinginnovations.com/ Joe in GJT On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 8:40:54 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: >> >> I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d >> like to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip >> King pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. >> Thanks! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
Grip Kings are quite comfortable. I like them a lot and have them on three bikes. They grip just fine when I'm wearing Keen sandals or sneakers. Yes, they are slippery when wet. But, for extra grip you can install self tapping screws in the little wells on the surface of the pedals. Riv sells them for $12 a package on the "pedals" page. Regards, Richard On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 8:40:54 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: > > I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d > like to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip > King pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. > Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I have the Thin Gripster from Riv on my Clem. The grip is really good and they look great in the dark grey finish. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
With spikes the Grip Kings, are my favorite pedal. Something about the shape/size really works for me – they just seem to transfer the power to my drivetrain better than any other flat pedal I've tried. The Grip Kings are what finally convinced me to switch to flat pedals after nearly a decade of riding SPD everywhere. That said, they *really* should come with spikes, if not installed then at least in with the packaging. Unless you only ride on smooth trails in dry weather with grippy shoes, the spikeless pedals are just too slippery. With spikes, they work great even on trails in the rain wearing wood-soled shoes (yes I've done that). If you don't feel like getting mildly involved with a drill, choose a pedal that comes with spikes out of the box. Otherwise, Grip Kings! Best, William On Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 8:21:35 AM UTC-8, Max S wrote: > > I vaguely recall the box saying Taiwan... (Which is consistent with Wellgo > being a Taiwanese company.) > > - Max > > > On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 9:09:05 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: >> >> Those look good Max. Where are they made? > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I vaguely recall the box saying Taiwan... (Which is consistent with Wellgo being a Taiwanese company.) - Max On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 9:09:05 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: > > Those look good Max. Where are they made? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I have had both and will join the chorus of grip kings are not that grippy especially when wet. I still have a pair of the RMX and find them to be a great all around pedal. Not to grippy not to slippy for everyday use. I've used DMR V8s which I believe are basically the same as the wellgos mentioned. They are nice but the spikes will stick your shins pretty bad if you happen to slip while in shorts which is why for more causual riding I like the RMX. best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
something to note, the grip kings can be slippery when wet, unless you want to drill in pins. On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 8:40:54 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: > > I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d > like to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip > King pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. > Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I don't think the Clems will come with pedals this time On Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:09:31 AM UTC-5, jeffrey kane wrote: > > I don't know what they're sending as "stock" on the Clem these days but > the plastic/nylon VP 535 that they used to spec is pretty hard to beat -- > unless one has something against plastic/nylon bodies. I'd certainly give > them a spin (no pun intended) before shelling out for something else. > > On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 8:40:54 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: >> >> I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d >> like to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip >> King pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. >> Thanks! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I don't know what they're sending as "stock" on the Clem these days but the plastic/nylon VP 535 that they used to spec is pretty hard to beat -- unless one has something against plastic/nylon bodies. I'd certainly give them a spin (no pun intended) before shelling out for something else. On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 8:40:54 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: > > I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d > like to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip > King pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. > Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I agree that grip kings are really not grippy at all. I second those wellgo magnesiums. They're cheap and you can get them in silver and they are as grippy as the vp's -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I have both. I've drifted from the Grip Kings mainly because I felt in damp conditions they were not so grippy. I also grew to not love the look. The RMX are closer to a "regular looking" (whatever the heck that is these days) pedal. I bought two pair from Riv for my tandem. They are just dandy. I think they would go nicely with a Clem H. (I did, long ago, buy the spikes Riv sells/used to sell? for the GKs, but the little bag with the handful of teeny spikes is lost among my voluminous mounds of bicycle parts. They never had a chance, really. On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 5:40:54 PM UTC-8, Doug H. wrote: > > I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d > like to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip > King pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. > Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
Mr. Deacon, do you prefer the Grip Kings? Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
Laing, that is interesting. I can see that from the shape of the Grip King. In theory they simulate foot shape but the narrow middle seems like it could be problematic. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
Laing, You may have tried this with the Grip Kings, but if not, perhaps worth a shot? Lower your saddle by a half inch and shift yoru feet forward on the pedals. See how that feels, especially with higher torque, slower cadance climbs. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices
I have both. I prefer the RMX because it is wider in the center of the pedal. I have wide feet and the Grip King is narrowest in the center of the pedal where I want it to be wide. Laing On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 8:40:54 PM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote: > I’m looking to complete my soon to be arriving Clem Smith H bicycle. I’d like > to ask for opinions on the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals and the MKS Grip King > pedals. Have any of you tried either or both? Any thoughts welcome. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
