If you're a mountain biker, chances are you don't like being whacked in the shins by pedal pins, nor are you fond of slipping ...
This offset and “drop-platform” pedal is an interesting concept. The benefits make sense if you are familiar with modern bike design and the longer-lower-slacker trend sweeping the industry.
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