Low-profile platform pedals

[Danneaux]

Hi All!

I recently installed a set of Point One Racing Podium platform pedals for a friend who seems very happy with them. She has an ankle-articulation problem that requires here to get her foot as close to the axle centerline as possible, and she prefers platform pedals. The old High-E and Shimano Deore drop-spindle pedals are no longer available. These seem to fit the bill, and she is pleased. The pedal studs (why not stainless at this price-point?!?) can simply be unscrewed and removed if unwanted, and the platforms are wide and low, exposing the pedal spindle between the sealed cartridge bearings. Not for everyone (or me), but they might solve a problem for someone, so I am posting a pic and links here. Spendy at USD$180-$254, but a bargain if you need something like this to keep riding.

Company website: http://www.pointoneracing.com/podium/
Fun video showing how they are machined: http://www.sicklines.com/2010/12/27/video-machining-a-point-one-racing-podium-pedal/
MTBR reviews: http://www.mtbr.com/cat/drivetrain/pedal/point-one/podium/prd_454087_135crx.aspx
MTBR discussion of flat pedals (2010-12): http://forums.mtbr.com/downhill-freeride/platform-pedal-shootout-best-flat-607155.html

Best,

Dan.

[Pavel]

does it ballance in the platform up or down position?

[Danneaux]

does it ballance in the platform up or down position?

The answer is "yes".

By that, I mean the pedal is essentially double-sided, so either side can be used. Still, one side seemed to come up consistently, once the bearings were run-in a bit. They were a little stiff when first installed. Good question, Pavel, and one I'd wondered about myself.

Here is a real-world test: http://www.pinkbike.com/news/point-one-racing-podium-pedals-review-2010.html
Second review after using awhile: http://forums.mtbr.com/general-discussion/point-one-racing-podium-pedals-short-review-583454.html

Each pedal side is relieved, and each side has a rising portion near the inner bearing that prevents the foot from getting too close to the crankarm.

They looked and felt very nicely made for a machined-body (rather than forged) pedal. Ultimately not as strong as a forged body, but they appear durable in the reviews above. Lotta money, though....

Hope this helps.

Best,

Dan.

[NZPeterG]

After year's of looking for the best Low-Profile pedals, I came across Point One Racing Podium platform pedals!
They are the best made!
But I only use them on My Muni (?) for Touring I run only Clipless Pedals.
 

Pete..
 

Muni is Mountain Unicycle! Yes Offroad on One Wheel.. Simple 

[Danneaux]

Muni is Mountain Unicycle! Yes Offroad on One Wheel.. Simple

Yes, and in my book highly skilled, too! (and much-admired).

I saw your photos riding the uni at your website, and thought you did terrifically well especially considering the terrain, Pete.

A very nice "bike" (I guess one would call it...it has a wheel! handlebars! saddle!) and looks like it would be a great deal of fun once a person grew used to it.

The Point One pedals sound like just the ticket for it.

Best,

Dan.

[NZPeterG]

Hi Dan I have only the Point One pedals left, after I sold of My Trick Ti Muni (Geared) to help pay for My cycle trip to Africa this Year.
It's in the hand's of one of the Up Unicyclist's in the World!
Google "Ken Looi"
It's Fun Unicycling down hill's at speed  with a Brake you can go fast.
And as I have from time to time! I have been Flying too 

Pete...