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Pedals for Giant Defy 3

  • 29-10-2015 1:00pm
    #1
    Football Friend
    Closed Accounts Posts: 264 ✭✭


    Hi all,

    I posted a few months ago about getting into cycling and ended up getting a Giant Defy 3 2015 which I'm really happy with.

    My problem is I went with clipless pedals and really can't settle into them at all so much so that it's limiting my time on the road. I'd feel much more comfortable/safer with just normal pedals (not toe clips just normal bog standard pedals).

    Can any of you recommend a set online that I can buy or a website to find them? Also, is it difficult to swap the pedals yourself or will I need to bring it back to the bike shop?

    I have read everywhere how much better clipless is and I may swap again at some stage but for now I think to get comfortable on the bike and cycling first I need to swap out.


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  • #2
    Hunterbiker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,259 ✭✭✭Hunterbiker


    Wha type of clipless system did you go for?
    Is it the 3 bolt type like SPD-SL?
    What is it about them that you are finding hard to get on with them?


  • #3
    Darkglasses
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,526 ✭✭✭✭Darkglasses


    Here's a perfectly reasonable pair of flat pedals - http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/ie/en/wellgo-single-cage-964-flat-pedals/rp-prod19605

    It's a simple job, you will need a spanner to attach those pedals. You will either need a spanner or a large allen key to take off the pair that you have on the bike at the moment. The only thing you need to know is that the left pedal spindle is reverse threaded, so turn clockwise to remove the pedal when facing the crank arm. The right side is normal, so turn it anti-clockwise to loosen it.

    The only possible complication is that the pair that are on it could be very tight, so you'll need a good strong technique to get them off. Suggest using a bit of pipe or something to extend the lever, if it gets very bad. Be sure to put the chain onto the big chainring to prevent injury.


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