OneUp’s new pedals have 10 supergrippy pins per side and a generous 100x111mm of usable platform. Their shallow depth (the outside edge measures just 12mm) makes them less likely to snag on rocks and ruts. A huge cartridge bearing is housed in a big bulge that butts right up to the crank arm. This helps keep things spinning smoothly, in combination with three more cartridge bearings at the opposite end of the axle. The shallow design means there’s no concavity in the platform, so the OneUps don’t cup your feet as well as some pedals. Thankfully, the tall pins, which protrude just over 5mm, do an impressive job of keeping your feet planted. On the odd occasion when our shoes got rattled out of position, the broad, stable platform meant we remained surefooted enough while readjusting. Getting your foot position right does take some time to get used to, due to the bearing bulge. Stamp down on the pedal willy-nilly and you’ll quickly notice if you haven’t hit the platform quite right. Our test pedals have lasted through a good helping of British mud as well as a proper alpine battering. At 359g for the pair they’re nice and light, and if you do need to work on them, OneUp’s service guide is a doddle to follow.
HIGHS
- Lightweight, with great build quality
- Grippy pins and wide platform
LOWS
-Inner bearing bulge means care is required with foot placement
-Not the grippiest we’ve tried (but still grippy enough)
Grippy enough, light and built to take a beating
Price $125