Reddit reviews Shimano PD-M540 SPD MTB Pedals
We found 7 Reddit comments about Shimano PD-M540 SPD MTB Pedals. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
Fluorine-coated binding claws allow for easy entry and releasePedals are dual-sided for easy entry and feature strong; durable chromoly spindles with 8mm allen wrench mountsLow-maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axlesShimano sh51 cleats includedSealed bearings give smooth performance and long life
Yes, I'd recommend getting a pedal like these or these for your commuter. Both are SPD with one side for the cleat and a platform for when you're not wearing cleats. Feel free to shop around for the best price, I just did a quick search on Amazon. I have the M324's on my commuter and have no complaints. The A520's were the other pair I considered when I went into the shop a year ago for this.
For the roadie I'd recommend something like the Shimano PD-M540
For commuting purposes I'd also recommend getting a pair of shoes for mountain biking. These tend to have the cleat within a recess which allows you to walk more comfortably from your bike to your desk when commuting. I'd highly recommend going to your LBS and letting them know your intentions. They should be able to find you a pair that fits you well. You may decide you want road shoes which is fine if they fit well and you don't mind how it feels to walk in them.
Of course, having road shoes are more ideal but if money is tight and you're not quite ready to drop the money, then this will save you from having to drop money on an extra pair of shoes. For reference, I commute 5 times a week and do additional cycling 4-6 times a week. I hear some people complain about "hot-spots" but I have never had any problems with my SPD mountain bike pedals and bontager mountain bike shoes. It has been close to a year since I bought my pedals and shoes though and I think it's about time that I get some road shoes and road specific pedals--mostly because I'm tired of my shoes getting wet during my commute and then having to put up with them being wet when I'm on the trainer at home.
Well it depends on what you want them for. For pure performance, power-transfer, and security, I would say SPD-SL. The downside is that you can't really walk around with SPD-SL cleats. I use these on my road bike and for long (all-day) rides on my fixie. For general everyday riding, I use SPD (mtb) pedals and DZR shoes. MTB pedals don't lock in as tight and have more float than road pedals. DZR shoes are easier to walk around in than most cleats, and better looking, but not as stiff as other shoes.
I bought the same bike a few months ago - I love it! I'm also pretty new and after a few months went clipless. I went with these pedals and these cleats. The nice thing about this combo is that whenever I have an "oh shit" moment I'm able to unclip without thinking about it. I haven't been outside of my state (MN) for MTB but we have an IMBA model trail and quite a few trails in the twin city area.
With snow coming to your state maybe eye up a Pugsley or Mukluk - I'm going to head out for my first snow ride today!
Cool! I have the same pedals. I kind of miss my plain old PD-M450s though.
Thanks man, is this the pedal you are talking about?
http://www.amazon.com/Shimano-PD-M540-SPD-MTB-Pedals/dp/B000WYCCDW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1342153606&sr=8-3&keywords=spd+pedals something like that anyways?
I will get a multitool off amazon or something for all my bike fixing needs as well.
this is what I have and this is what I want.
I would use these instead of the second link. They are (or were at least) 1 gram heavier than the xt pedals and constructed out of better/stronger materials than the ones listed above and the price is still reasonable.