I have both the Grip King and Touring pedals. Both needed spindle
extensions for me to be comfortable. I guess I'm just wonky. :) Size 14
feet probably contribute to it too, since the same angle means more outward
distance needed at the toe to clear the crank arm at the heel than an
average sized
I've never noticed my start up to be hindered in any way with my BMX pin
pedals. I did have my feet slip off when I first changed over to platforms
just because my muscles were used to being attached and so were a little
'lazy' in that regard. Can't imagine riding with retention
As a recent convert back to platforms I suffered with the same issue. After
about a month of picking my pedal up with my toe I realized that if I came
to a stop a little further forward than I wanted to be and then rolled the
bike back with my foot on the lead off pedal it would be in the right
Well just as finding the right clipless pedal was important, finding the
right platform pedal is important too. After going to BMX style / size
pedals I've found my sweat spot for my size 13's. The shoe hasn't really
mattered everything from flimsy sandals to dress shoes. That's me.. I too
I stopped using frogs, and went to MKS Touring pedals (*wide enough for
foot - no rolling off*), and MKS Medium deep toe clips - no straps.
This keeps my *feet glued to the pedals on rough descents*, and helps me *wind
up the pedal to the position I want when at stops*.
Easy in-out,
