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Shimano M324 Reviews

Description: (from shimano.com)
Combines the efficiency of the SPD system and the convenience of a platform pedal.
Adjustable cleat tension for each rider preference.
A sealed mechanism and serviceable cup & cone bearings.

Add a review (form opens in right column) reviewed by Goo   on November 12, 2009   Pros Good for learning to ride clipless Cons trying to clip in to the clip in side, and trying to ride with the flats... it always seems like you get the wrong side. Verdict It seems like a good concept, but in practice it just doesn't work quite that well. reviewed by Asfyxiate   on April 3, 2009   Pros SPD bolt pattern, option to pick either side of the pedal. Cons Weight! Verdict Decent pedals for the money you pay, I paid $75 at a LBS, however these things will add a whopping 530g to your bike. Obviously not recommended for gram counters Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by maddslacker   on March 28, 2009   Pros Versatility SPD engages and disengages smoothly Platform side are solid and comfortable Cons Heavy and they don't consistently settle with same side up. Verdict I have no issues going 100% clipless, but I have hung on to these as I really enjoy being able to flip them over when needed, or hop on the bike for an impromptu ride in flip-flops with the kids. In Moab, on trail sections with exposed cliffs, I ride the platform side. Just makes me breath a little easier, especially after reading this: http://www.fatcyclist.com/2005/09/07/pain/ Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by Xerien   on March 19, 2009   Pros Ability to jump on and go with any old pair of shoes. Cons Platform side has fairly poor traction and low rise on the cage which causes the cleat to hit on the axle causing slips when attempting to go in platform mode while wearing cleated shoes. Verdict Purchased as my first clipless set thinking they'd offer the best of both worlds. For casual riding, they work well, however as my skill level and trail intensity has increased, so has my frustration. Recommended only for casual/recreational riding or commuting. Recommended for: Recreational riders reviewed by ScubaSchaef   on December 25, 2008   Pros Has good options for riding trail or commuting Cons This thing weighs as much as a brick Verdict Great for many styles of riding...Now that I'm a collegiate XC racer, I gotta let these puppies go. Recommended for: First-time buyers reviewed by fatherofthree   on November 24, 2007   Pros I like the option of going clipping in or not. The cleat tension was perfect for me out of the box. Cons Heavy. Hurts like heck when the ridges on the 'flat' side come around and catch your leg. Verdict I love to hit the trails but I also never turn down the kids when they want to go for a ride. At this point I only have 1 bike so having the option to swing a leg over and go for a ride around the neighborhood is great. Recommended for: Value seekers reviewed by flip4life7   on November 21, 2007   Pros I like these pedals because sometimes I just want to jump on my bike with regular shoes. They're good if you have some place to go other than on the trail and don't want to walk around with bike shoes on. They grip your feet really well and have a nice look to them. Cons They are heavy and you can only clip in on one side. Verdict I recommend these pedals for people that ride both on the trail and if you just have to make a quick trip somewhere and want to jump on your bike really fast. If you use your bike to only ride trails then these may not be the pedals for you. A lot of college students have regular pedals on their bikes for commuting to school without special shoes. So having these pedals might be good for having the option of trail riding. Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by karendenyse   on July 18, 2007   Cons Not being able to click in on both sides. Verdict Great training wheels!! Recommended for: Recreational riders reviewed by ajl   on July 16, 2007   Cons none Verdict Great for the first time clip in rider. I think as my skill level goes up then I will want a regular clip style that goes in on both sides. Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by Hyper   on May 15, 2007   Pros Shiny, very grippy. Cons Very heavy. Verdict I have this on my road bike whereas I'm and avid mtb rider. I can jump on my bike and go to a friend's house, or I can jump on it with mtb shoes and go for a ride. Recommended for: First-time buyers reviewed by Lancefan   on April 10, 2007   Pros This is a good pedal to start with because you can decide if you want to clip in or not Cons Heavy, you can only clip in on one side Verdict If this will be your first clipless pedals, get them if not, don't. Recommended for: First-time buyers