A number of information is coming from the Shimano camp this week – simply in time for Unbound. First, the launch of the brand new GRX Di2 12-speed groupset and a brand new set of gravel-focused wheels. Now, to maintain everybody on their toes, they provide restricted version Shimano GRX pedals.
Shimano GRX Restricted Version Pedals
Should you love having every thing in your bike characteristic the identical part identify, these are for you. They’re strikingly just like the bomb-proof and common (to me, at the least) Shimano Deore XT pedals.
Why? That’s a great query, however actually—why not? Shimano has the means to supply them. The brand new design appears to be like cool and affords a little bit of a break within the push to have a newly up to date pedal each part cycle. The Shimano XT pedal is steady for gravel, CX, and MTB. Shimano feels {that a} restricted launch and a “celebration of gravel” had been the right instances for a restricted version design.
If you’re new to the Shimano Deore XT pedal, let me introduce you. It’s the trade normal for a dependable, race-ready pedal (IMO). The pedaling platform is stable, and the efficiency is unmatched, particularly within the circumstances most riders expertise. They shed mud properly sufficient to be a staple at cyclocross races worldwide and are cost-effective sufficient for many to have the identical actual pair on their pit bike.
The up to date design options Shimano “United in Gravel” graphics and the precise dimensions and efficiency of the Deore XT pedal.
GRX PD-M8100-UG SPD Pedal Particulars
- Shimano United in Gravel graphics
- Twin-Sided SPD
- Decrease platform top for pedaling stability
- Wider edge-to-edge platform
- Step out and in consistency
- Offset binding for improved mud shedding
- Adjustable spring launch stress for private adjustment
- Weight: 342 grams
- MSRP $138.00
For extra info, take a look at: Shimano.com
