With this article I’m going to cover a wide range of the best clipless pedals for long distance cycling. As it turned out, that wasn’t as easy as it might sound.
Between the various brands there are roughly 3 categories of clipless pedals. You have road bike pedals, which nowadays have large cleats and are meant to be used with stiff shoes. These shoes are not easy to walk with because the cleats protrude. So it’s basically meant for long stretches of riding on flat tarmac with the occasional pit stop to grab some coffee.
The other two categories of pedals are meant to be used with shoes where the cleats are recessed. These shoes are much easier to walk with, are not as stiff, and are definitely more flexible when riding on hardpack, gravel, and trails. Basically anything other than tarmac, and of course tarmac as well.
There are XC-oriented pedals with hardly any platform (also meant for gravel riding, bikepacking and cyclocross), and trail pedals which have a larger platform to provide more stability in rockier environments.
Of course, long distance cycling can be done under any cycling circumstance, and with any bike, whether it’s on a road bike, gravel bike, or full blown touring rig. To prevent this list from becoming too long I’ve chosen to not include true race pedals, which is everything that’s really lightweight and/or features titanium axles.
What remains you can find in this overview of what I feel to be the very best the market has to offer for clipless pedals for long distance cycling.
Shimano XTR PD-M9100
There is no best of list without Shimano XTR, and the Shimano XTR PD-M9100 is the best, most minimalistic clipless pedal in their lineup.
Where every other manufacturer offers versions with titanium axles to reduce weight, Shimano does not, which means these pedals are light enough at 310 grams, but not the lightest. Third-party titanium axles are available that enable you to get these pedals below 300 grams, but it’ll cost you multiple dollars per gram to do so.
At 15.1 mm the XTR pedals have one of the lowest stack height of all clipless pedals, which means a very low risk of pedal strikes.
The rear part of the mechanism is spring-loaded, which means you engage the pedals toe first. This takes a bit getting used to, especially when you’ve never used clipless pedals before. When attached they offer a snug feel with minimal float of 4 degrees, and reasonable release tension at 13 degrees. This is good for those people who want a super consistent pedal feeling and maximum energy transfer.
The pedal comes in two different axle lengths, 52 and 55 mm, and are the only pedals that offer a dual cup and cone bearing setup. Such a bearing setup enables the pedal to enable a higher load.
The SPD system is outstanding with definite clicks to let you know you’ve either engaged or disengaged the pedal. There are multi-release cleats available, of which I’m not a fan, that allow you to disengage both ways and upwards.
Mud shedding is excellent with a minimal round machined body where debris has little change to pack. The platform is rather small, which means that I’d opt for the larger M9120 or other more trail-oriented pedals when moving away from XC or gravel riding.
The XTR pedals have been the benchmark against which all other pedals are measured, and these pedals ensure they keep that status.
- The benchmark clipless XC pedals ticking all necessary boxes
- Minimal float offers tight feel. Small platform less suitable for trail riding
Shimano Deore XT PD-M8100
XTR and Deore XT are always very closely related to each other in terms of functionality, but of all Shimano’s products I feel their pedals are the closest.
The Shimano Deore XT PD-M8100 differs only slightly from its XTR counterpart. And the difference is a few grams, 32 to be exact, and 6 mm of stack height. It does mean the XTR is better, but ever so slightly.
I don’t need to repeat everything I’ve already mentioned with the XTR PD-M9100 because in terms of ride quality these are exactly the same. And nobody’s going to convince me that they can possibly discern the weight and stack height difference while riding.
- Offering Shimano reliability almost similar to the XTR version
- Minimal float offers tight feel. Small platform less suitable for trail riding
Shimano PD M520
Besides the top-of-the-line XTR and XT versions, the Shimano PD M520 is the last-in-line of the XC and gravel-oriented clipless pedals.
That doesn’t mean these clipless pedals lack in quality. On the contrary, considering its quality, it’s really difficult to justify some of the prices associated with more premium offerings.
There’s a bit more weight to deal with, 380 grams to be exact, which is the least important sacrifice if you ask me.
The biggest thing with these pedals is that the cleat mechanism is similar to both XTR and XT for a fraction of the price. Obviously, there is a bit less polish to these pedals in the material department to keep the price low, but looking from afar, it’s very hard to distinguish these pedals from those costing three to four times as much.
Instead of the dual bearing setup of both XTR and XT, these pedals run a single sealed cartridge bearing, which is easily serviceable if you need to. You will need a fairly cheap proprietary Shimano tool to do so.
I’ve already said anything I want to say about the tried-and-true SPD mechanism.
- Best value clipless XC and gravel pedals with SPD technology
- None
Shimano Dura-ace PD-R9100
The difference between Dura-Ace and Ultegra has always been extremely minimal, with usually a little weight gain.
The same can be said for the Shimano Dura-ace PD-R9100 and its Ultegra counterpart. There’s a 20 grams weight difference in an otherwise pretty similar setup.
Of course the technology is exactly the same, with the same release mechanism, overall body design, and body composition made from a carbon composite.
Shimano’s expert level bearing quality reaches its pinnacle with two cup-and-cone bearings and a needle bearing, which makes the Dura-Ace clipless pedals having the overall best quality bearing setup of any pedal out there.
Aftermarket titanium spindles are available should you want to shave off those last couple of grams and obtain a sub-200 grams version of these otherwise expensive, but excellent pedals.
- The highest quality clipless road bike pedals on the market
- Pricey
Shimano Ultegra R8000
If you want flawless performance in a road bike pedal, the Shimano Ultegra R8000 might very well be the best pedals there are.
These pedals haven’t changed for years and offer one of the best bearing setups on a chromoly spindle for clipless pedals, ensuring long-lasting life and very little maintenance.
Shimano isn’t really known for making super-lightweight products, and these pedals sit at 248 grams. Shimano’s only design splurge is the carbon composite body, making the pedal very stiff while keeping an excessive weight at bay. 3 stainless steel plates further increase the platform’s durability.
Shimano offers less float than many other brands at 6 degrees, which is the maximum of 3 different cleat options. The other options offer 2 and 0 float. But the dual spring setup has always been very user-friendly. Since the weight sits at the back of the pedal a forward motion of the foot always places the platform in the correct position.
A single allen key is needed to increase the release tension of the pedal, which you can crank up to pro-level bear trap tightness. And the platform has just the perfect size offering stability and great power transfer in this high quality pedal.
Only if you want more float should you buy another pedal (probably a Time), because the quality and longevity of these Ultegra pedals has yet to be beaten.
- Unrivaled quality and longevity
- None
Shimano Deore XT PD-M8120
The Shimano Deore XT PD-M8120 sets a benchmark in terms of value-for-money. Not as expensive as the XTR, but basically offering all the tried-and-true functionality you’ll ever be going to need from a clipless pedal for trail riding.
Shimano pedals are known for their bearing quality and longevity, with low service intervals and excellent riding quality offering many miles without worry. A dual cup-and-cone style setup is specific to the Shimano brand, and as far as longevity is concerned I don’t know any difference.
The XT pedals are slightly heavier than the XTR at 438 vs 398 grams, and also have a slightly larger stack height of 16.2 mm vs 15.4 mm. Those two figures alone aren’t enough in my opinion to make up for the difference in price. Especially considering the fact that the platform and SPD mechanism itself is almost similar.
This means that both pedals offer the extremely user-friendly SPD cleat mechanism. When attached they offer a snug feel with minimal float of 4 degrees, and reasonable release tension at 13 degrees. This is good for those people who want a super consistent pedal feeling and maximum energy transfer.
The mechanism is a dual system with a single spring, which means you engage toe-first and then clip in. Although it takes a bit of practice once you get used to it, both engaging and releasing your foot from the pedals is what makes Shimano pedals so popular, since it’s the best you could ask for.
Shimano pedals are boring. They are a single color, don’t look flashy, and don’t really stand out. But as far as functionality, there are very few pedals that come close or rival the build-quality, longevity, and user-friendliness of the Shimano Deore XT PD-M8120, except maybe the XTR version. And in the end, build quality is the most important factor of any product, including one that gets as much abuse as a clipless pedal for trail riding.
- The SPD mechanism in the Deore XT setup with the Shimano bearings is a no-brainer
- None
Shimano PD-ME700
The Shimano PD-ME700 is a clipless mountain bike pedal with a pin-less small platform for trail, and enduro riding.
The platform is made from extruded aluminum and functions as both protection for the clipping mechanism and as support for easier engagement and dynamic downhill sections.
Shimano pedals in general are no lightweights and this one is no exception, sitting at 540 grams per pair.
Shimano pedals are really trustworthy pieces of equipment and their focus has never been on making nimble pedals. Although it has just one single sealed cartridge bearing, the lifespan of these pedals are years when properly serviced now and again. Which can be done easily with a Shimano pedal axle tool.
The adjustability of the pedal is decent, but you want to look for the Time MX versions if you want them to be as tight as possible. Otherwise the SPD system is confidence inspiring and offers a consistent and noticeable click when engaging the pedal.
The platform does provide that extra bit of support, but they don’t have any pins for added grip. This means that there isn’t a really distinctive difference with a non-platform SPD pedal.
Yet overall the platform is superbly capable, does what it sets out to do with flying colors, is easy to adjust and easy to service and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
- Budget friendly SPD clipless MTB pedals with pin-less platform. Overall excellent value.
- Proprietary tool needed for servicing. Really heavy. No pins for added grip
Hope Union Clip Pedal - RC
Hope’s approach to bicycle parts manufacturing is straightforward and refreshing. The UK brand designs what it feels is the best approach to a certain part, and brings it to life with stellar craftsmanship.
You can clearly see that approach reflected in the Hope Union Clip Pedal – RC pedal. It’s a very expensive pedal indeed, but if it’s the quality you want you absolutely get what you pay for.
For starters, it offers a standard titanium spindle with the best bearing setup of all mountain bike brands. Not only are there 3 cartridge bearings and a IGUS bushing enabling a tremendous amount of load, but the pedal is assembled in such a way that its tight rotation isn’t diminished after prolonged use and shows zero play.
The wonderfully machined aluminum body with stainless steel clips and cleats are built to last and are dual spring-loaded, ensuring easy entry from multiple angles, with a tad more float than the Shimano XTR pedals. And there are multiple anodized options to choose from.
2 sets of stainless steel cleats offer minimal configuration between 4 and 5 degrees of float, and a release angle of either 12 or 13 degrees. I wonder if you can actually feel the difference, which would mean you get a free set of cleats to be used as spares or for different shoes.
There are a number of lighter options available, yet at 323 grams this is still a light enough pedal. And taking into consideration it’s the heaviest clipless mountain bike pedal with titanium axles, it says something about the build quality as well.
I’m sure you could fault these pedals from a certain perspective, especially if you’re used to other brands offering significantly more float. But if you do, you move into the area of rider preference instead of trying to attain a certain amount of subjectivity necessary when reviewing products.
The Eggbeater 11 may steal the crown in the weight department, and the Shimano XTR pedals set the standard, but from a manufacturing perspective these are the best pedals you can find.
- Best build quality of any clipless race pedal
- None
Hope Union Clip Pedal - TC
Ever since I bought my first pair of Hope pedals I’ve been a fan of the UK brand. And as far as trail riding is concerned the Hope Union Clip Pedal – TC is up there with the very best in terms of build quality, durability, and all round performance.
For starters, Hope does one of the most important things right when it comes to pedals, which is the quality of the bearings. Where other brands might offer a single cartridge bearing, or maybe two, Hope puts three cartridge bearings alongside a single IGUS bushing onto a hollow chromoly steel axle.
The internals are sealed tighter than what you might be used to in a pedal. And this tightness stays even after many miles, which means the bearings stay very well protected against the outside elements no matter what conditions you’re riding in. Even after many miles and the occasional pedal strike, I’ve had absolutely zero play, which is not something I can say for a number of other premium pedal manufacturers.
The quality of the bearings is pretty similar to the best Shimano has to offer as is the ride quality of the clipless system. Inside a CNC-machined platform sits a dual spring-loaded stainless steel cleat system, offering just a little more float at either 4 or 5 degrees than what Shimano offers.
Two separate sets of cleats offer either 12 or 13 degrees of release angle, which sits so close together that you just as well might use one set as a spare. Both the cleats and the bolts are proprietary and made from stainless steel as well.
Besides the mechanism itself, which is fully adjustable, there are 4 optional pins per side for those of you who want more grip. With lots of anodized colors available besides your standard black, you can find a suitable match for your rig.
- Exudes quality from every angle. Built to last
- None if you're willing to spend the money
Look X-Track
The Look X-Track is their entry-level model using an aluminum body instead of a carbon one.
At 400 grams per pair, these are some of the heaviest XC and gravel pedals out there, yet the functionality compared to the more expensive X-Track pedals comes at a fraction of the cost.
They are also some of the best-looking pedals for its price, indistinguishable from the more expensive versions.
The entire X-Track lineup uses 2 sealed cartridge bearings, with only the most expensive one having a titanium axle. This one has a chromoly one, which needs a proprietary tool to get to if you ever plan on servicing it.
The Look X-Track uses the SPD system with 6 degrees of float and two different sets of cleats to offer different ways of disengagement. The pedal design hasn’t changed for years, which is a solid indicator of its popularity and quality.
- Great alternative to Shimano
- None
Look X-Track Race Carbon
The Look X-Track Race Carbon is the non-titanium version offering the same functionality as their more premium counterpart.
I’ve stated for the Look X-Track Race Carbon Ti that it’s the pedal that offers the most reasonable upgrade price for its axle. Yet it’s still very much debatable whether or not the 60 grams reduction in weight is worth the premium.
- Standard SPD interface, with a bit more float versus Shimano pedals. If you don't mind the added 60 more grams versus the titanium version.
- None
Time XC 2
The Time XC 2 is the cheapest way to obtain the benefits offered from this lineup.
A composite body is used with a single sealed cartridge bearing on a chromoly axle, with the same 5 degrees of float and release angle between 10 and 20 degrees.
At 302 grams they are still pretty light, and definitely not much heavier than the more premium versions.
The ATAC mechanism is known for its above-average mud-shedding capabilities, so if you like cheap pedals for muddy XC or gravel riding, these are one of your best options
- Budget-friendly. Fantastic mud-shedding abilities and extremely lightweight. Large amount of float enables natural riding position more easily.
- Largest stack height of all clipless MTB pedals. Large amount of float feels disconcerting and might produce inconsistent pedal disengagement.
Time XC 8
The Time XC 8 is the more budget-friendly version of the titanium XC 12, offering the same carbon body, but with a hollow chromoly axle instead.
With a price less than half that of the XC 12, it’s hard to not opt for these pedals, considering the fact the chromoly axle only adds 40 grams to the overall weight of 286 grams.
It offers exactly the same pedal characteristics and is still a very lightweight pedal for XC, gravel, and trail riding, with its floaty feel, and excellent mud-shedding ability.
- Fantastic mud-shedding abilities and extremely lightweight. Large amount of float enables natural riding position more easily.
- Largest stack height of all clipless MTB pedals. Large amount of float feels disconcerting and might produce inconsistent pedal disengagement.
Time XPresso 7
One of the few pedals dipping below 200 grams and the only carbon version of the XPresso lineup, the Time XPresso 7 is probably the best pedal for people looking for a somewhat affordable high-quality clipless road bike pedal.
With a fantastic looking design the XPresso 7 offers the ICLIC system ensuring easy entry. A low stack height, solid platform for power transfer and 16 degrees release angle make this a high quality pedal. The carbon spring-leaf design which is pre-opened makes the ICLIC system one of the most user-friendly, even for a pedal which is single-sided and pretty large.
They’re also known for their high level of float. Whether that’s something you like is of course a very personal thing, but in general the large amount of float appeals to many riders who prefer a bit more flexibility in the saddle and a lessened risk of knee injuries.
The bearing setup is the same as the XPRO series, with a single cartridge bearing and bushing, in this case, sitting on a hollow steel axle.
- Great value for money in one of the best clipless road bike pedals there is.
- None
Time XPRO 10
Time makes some of the very best clipless road bike pedals worth your money, and the Time XPRO 10 is a more than excellent choice for any ambitious cyclist.
Apart from having some of the best looks as far as pedals are concerned, the large platform using the proprietary ICLIC system ensures an easy way of getting the pedal in the correct place for entering.
Because of the large platform the pedals offer a near perfect power transition from rider to the bike. And dual cleats are available. Besides the standard cleat offering 10° of float, there’s also the fixed 0° option. The large amount of float is less stressful on the knees and offers a lot of freedom, which doesn’t detract from the overall stability on the platform.
Time pedals are pretty lightweight in general and 226 grams is indeed very light for a clipless road bike pedal. And that lightweight package holds a carbon body onto a chromoly axle with a cartridge bearing and bushing letting it spin freely.
The elongated body of the pedal offers an excellent platform to transfer the rider’s power. And dual cleats are available. Besides the standard cleat offering 10° of float, there’s also the fixed 0° option. The large amount of float is less stressful on the knees and offers a lot of freedom, which doesn’t detract from the overall stability on the platform.
- Great power transfer, easy engagement, lightweight option. Lots of float to offer a comfortable ride. One of the best premium pedals
- None
Time MX 2
The Time MX 2 offers a similar approach as the Shimano PD-M647, which means it’s their XC pedal with a composite pedal for a bit more support.
Unlike the Shimano pedals these ones are less than 394 grams per pair, which is over 160 grams lighter, and pretty light in general for a platform pedal.
Time offers their ATAC system for easy entry and a lot of float for those of us who’ve been around the block and want to save their knees.
The dual spring-loaded mechanism holds the foot nicely, but Time pedals are more often mentioned as having a less consistent disengagement than either Shimano or Crankbrothers pedals.
I do have to mention that these pedals offer a better engagement when actually used with enduro shoes. A carbon shoe just doesn’t make sense with such a pedal. The minimal platform provides that extra bit of support when cornering hard.
Time uses the same sealed cartridge bearing on their entire MTB lineup, so whether you’re buying this pedal or their most expensive titanium carbon versions, you get the same smooth action.
When looking at the release angles set at either 13 or 17 degrees, it’s nice that you get the top one as well, but I’d stick to 13 degrees. Clicking into your pedals is straightforward and easy.
- Excellent level of float, super-easy engagement. No need for setup. Budget-friendly. Great looks
- Not to be used with carbon shoes. 17 degree release angle is for aggressive enduro riding
Time DH 4
The Time DH 4 has got DH in its name. They don’t say it but I can only suspect it stands for downhill, which is an interesting choice at least.
They are similar to the Time MX 6, with the only difference that the DH 4 has an aluminum body instead of a glass-filled composite. Since The MX 2 made it on my list of the best clipless trail pedals, I have no reason to state that these are just as good for general trail riding.
So these are more than excellent pedals, with quick, easy engagement and disengagement, lots of float for a playful feel with the ATAC mechanism and a generous release angle between 13 and 17 degrees. The aluminum version is probably a bit more durable than the composite one as well.
The aluminum body does add a bit of weight, with the pedal sitting at 476 grams versus 380. But we shouldn’t be too squeamish about adding 100 grams for a bike meant for enduro or even downhill riding.
These pedals don’t have a really big platform and its pinless, which means that grip while disengaged is less than for instance the huge 7-pinned Chromag Pilot BA; a pedal which excels in this area.
Is this a true downhill pedal? Maybe. Is this an overall excellent pedal for a reasonable enough price? For sure.
- Just as reasonably priced as the MX 6, more durable with the same excellent functionality
- We can argue about DH in the name
Ritchey WCS XC
The Ritchey WCS XC is the best non-Shimano SPD alternative you can find. The clipping-in mechanism is virtually identical and works just as great.
The cleat tension can be adjusted with your standard 8mm hex tool and features a gauge so you don’t have to count the number of clicks to remember where exactly you are. Effective cleat tension options are both lower and lighter than Shimano premium SPD pedals, but offer enough room to suit all riders.
Very light indeed at a sub-300 298 grams, the pedal body is a forged alloy, which is considerably stronger than the cast alloy of the more budget-friendly Comp version. Little silver flat parts on the otherwise black body offer minimal support, so these pedals are definitely race-oriented for XC, cyclocross, and aggressive gravel riders.
Fully serviceable the dual bearings, one sealed and one needle bearing, alongside a single bushing on a chromoly axle ensures longevity. And as far as I know, there’s no weight limit set for these pedals.
Touted as being pedals that once helped Nino Schurter win races, you can’t argue with the fact that they are championship proven.
- Best SPD XC alternative
- None
Clipless Pedals Weight Rating
Saving weight is an ever important thing to strive for when buying bicycle products, and of course you want the lightest clipless pedals available. Yet there are a couple things to keep in mind. It’s very difficult to make strong yet lightweight products. The lightest pedals are usually also more expensive than heavier ones. And you have to ask yourself how much you’re willing to pay extra to save 50 to a 100 grams or more.
The lightest pedals like the Crankbrothers Eggbeater 11 and Time XPRO 15 use titanium spindles, and a titanium or carbon body. And in general clipless road bike, cross country and/or gravel pedals are lighter, simply because they either have a small platform, or no platform at all to add weight.
In the following graph you can find all the pedals mentioned here and their weight ranking. A ranking of 0% means you’re looking at the heaviest pedal. A ranking of 100% means it’s the lightest.
Clipless Pedals Bearing Rating
An important aspect of pedals is their internals and bearing setup. Almost all pedal manufacturers sell bearing kits, and it’s nice that you can rebuild your pedal internals if you need to.
What’s even better is that the quality of the bearings are of such a nature that you either don’t have to rebuild the internals at all, or after years of service. This saves you both time and money, and you simply enjoy your pedals more.
High-end Shimano pedals are known for their longevity and according to my personal experience pedals from Hope are at least just as good if not even better.
In the following graph you can find the bearing ratings in relation to the highest quality setup. The bearing rating is calculated based on the bearing setup and the maximum load it can endure. It’s an approximation of the quality of the setup that does not take into account how well the internals are sealed from outside elements. The setup deemed best receives a 100 percent rating.
Specifications clipless pedals for long distance cycling
Name | Price | Weight | Length | Width | Height | Body | Spindle | Bearings and bushings | Pins | float | release | Buy at Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Shimano XTR PD-M9100 | 179 USD | 310 | 15.1 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 2 cup and cone bearings, 1 bushing | none | 4° | 13° | |||
Shimano Deore XT PD-M8100 | 130 USD | 342 | 43 mm | 16.5 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 2 cup and cone bearings, 1 bushing | none | 4° | 13° | ||
Shimano PD M520 | 55 USD | 380 | 17 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 1 sealed cartridge bearing, 1 bushing | none | 4° | 13° | |||
Shimano Dura-ace PD-R9100 | 228 USD | 228 | 15.6 mm | carbon composite | Cr-Mo | 2 cup and cone bearings, 1 bushing | none | 0° – 6° | ||||
Shimano Ultegra R8000 | 160 USD | 248 | 15.8 mm | carbon composite | Cr-Mo | 2 cup and cone bearings, 1 bushing | none | 0° – 6° | ||||
Shimano Deore XT PD-M8120 | 130 USD | 438 | 16.2 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 2 cup and cone bearings, 1 bushing | none | |||||
Shimano PD-ME700 | 65 USD | 540 | 16.7 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 1 sealed cartridge bearing, 1 bushing | none | 4° | 13° | |||
Hope Union Clip Pedal – RC | 190 USD | 323 | aluminium | titanium | 3 cartridge bearings, 1 IGUS bushing | none | 4°or 5° | 12° or 13° | ||||
Hope Union Clip Pedal – TC | 190 USD | 450 | 92 mm | 70 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 3 cartridge bearings, 1 IGUS bushing | 8 | 4°or 5° | 12° or 13° | ||
Look X-Track | 54 USD | 400 | 57 mm | 16.8 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 2 sealed cartridge bearings | none | 6° | 13° | ||
Look X-Track Race Carbon | 145 USD | 350 | 60 mm | 16.8 mm | carbon | Cr-Mo | 2 sealed cartridge bearings | none | 6° | 13° | ||
Time XC 2 | 42 USD | 302 | 19 mm | fiberglass / composite | Cr-Mo | 2 cartridge bearings, 1 bushing | none | 5° | 10° / 13° / 17° | |||
Time XC 8 | 137 USD | 286 | 19 mm | carbon | Cr-Mo | 2 cartridge bearings, 1 bushing | none | 5° | 10° / 13° / 17° | |||
Time XPresso 7 | 132 USD | 198 | 13.5 mm | carbon | Cr-Mo | 1 cartridge bearing, 1 bushing | none | 0° – 10° | 15° | |||
Time XPRO 10 | 185 USD | 226 | 13.5 mm | carbon | Cr-Mo | 1 cartridge bearing, 1 bushing | none | 0° – 10° | 16° | |||
Time MX 2 | 63 USD | 394 | 19 mm | fiberglass / composite | Cr-Mo | 2 cartridge bearings, 1 bushing | none | 5° | 10° / 13° / 17° | |||
Time DH 4 | 106 USD | 476 | 19 mm | aluminium | Cr-Mo | 2 cartridge bearings, 1 bushing | none | 5° | 10° / 13° / 17° | |||
Ritchey WCS XC | 149.95 USD | 298 | 15.5 mm | forged aluminium | Cr-Mo | 1 sealed cartridge bearing, 1 bushing, 1 needle bearing | none | 4° |
Johan van Seijen
FoundeR Restoration.bike
Johan van Seijen is the founder of restoration.bike. His passion for cycling in general, and restoring older bikes turned into a website to share his knowledge with a broader audience. Starting out on his father’s road bike and riding classics as the Amstel Gold Race and Liege Bastogne Liege he has shifted his attention to trail, XC, and gravel riding since. No matter how much he loves writing about everything related to cycling, nothing beats actually using his ever-expanding bicycle collection.
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