Flat Pedal Preference: Concave, Convex, or Just Flat?

Many flat pedals aren't actually flat, and we want to know which shape you prefer.
By Jeff Barber

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Like saddle angles, there doesn’t seem to be a consensus on flat pedal profiles for mountain biking. Some riders feel more planted and comfortable with pedals that dip in the middle (concave) while others like a high middle with lower edges (convex). And some prefer a completely flat, flat pedal.

What shape do you prefer for flat pedals?

If you answered convex or concave, tell us if you like them slightly so — or extremely so! — in the comments below.

 
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