Spank Oozy pedals

SO GOOD

At just 364g and 12mm deep, the Oozys aren’t just some of the lightest pedals on test, they’re also some of the thinnest. Even if you take into account the bulge to accommodate the axle’s sealed bearing, there’s still 97mm of platform for support. The tall, narrow pins are extremely grippy, screw in from the rear and even after a couple of scrapes, haven’t bent yet.

NO GOOD

It takes some time to get used to putting your foot back on after a dab because you have to avoid the bulge in the platform. It’s also worth noting that we had to use two pedal washers to ensure the pedal span clear of the crank arm.

PRICE 170$

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