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Shimano A530 SPD Pedals

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
9.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
542
Unverified
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1305 meters
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Review Analysis - 455 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Comfort
 106
pedals, regular shoes, pedal, cleats, flat side
+92%
-8%
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" ...  So glad we could use our spin shoes and go from class to home without a struggle.  ...  "
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" ...  And yes, the non-cleat side works great with regular shoes.  ...  "
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" ...  After receiving these along with the matching Shimano shoes, I will never go back. ... But since I like difficult tasks I didn't bother with the multiple release cleats.  ...  "
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" ...  The flat was perfect for times where I was wearing traditional shoes and I clip in on my longer rides. ... Now that I am clipping in on almost every ride, I am thinking of upgrading to some better pedals. ... These are great if you ride with and without traditional shoes, but when you are clipping in all the time, might as well buy some lighter pedals that don't have the flat side.  ...  "
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" ...  The key is that they allow for flexibility in what you wear for pedaling shoes.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great with clip ins or if you want to wear regular shoes and use the non-clip in side.  ...  "
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" ...  Look nice can use regular shoes  ...  "
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" ...  It's good to have the flat side to use when I'm not in my cycling shoes.  ...  "
Build Quality
 75
pedal, clip, shoe, platform, clips
+83%
-17%
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" ...  It’s a sturdy pedal, a bit on the heavy side, locking on the cleats is great with the adjustment components, it’s good to have a side where you can wear regular shoes, it’s definitely a good add on.  ...  "
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" ...  Only used them twice, but so far I like these pedals.  ...  "
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" ...  The pedals feel well made, the tolerances are tight & they rotate freely.  ...  "
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" ...  the material is excellent and easily to clip in and out.  ...  "
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" ...  perfect mix, good stiffness, not heavy  ...  "
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" ...  I really like these pedals.  ...  "
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" ...  I really like these pedals.  ...  "
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" ...  Sure, there are lighter pedals on the market.  ...  "
For Running
 51
pedals, bike, riding, shoes, commuting
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Now, people, before riding any kind of distance whatsoever, PRACTICE clipping and un clipping.  ...  "
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" ...  These are great if you ride with and without traditional shoes, but when you are clipping in all the time, might as well buy some lighter pedals that don't have the flat side. ... Great pedal for commutes and recreational riding.  ...  "
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" ...  Ready for riding .  ...  "
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" ...  These pedals were a great addition to my road bike.  ...  "
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" ...  These pedals were a great addition to my road bike.  ...  "
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" ...  Awesome pedals, I prefer these over full road pedals, as I use my road bike for both races and leisure.  ...  "
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" ...  Now I'm enjoying my ride.  ...  "
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" ...  love them ride with clip shoes or any other shoes works perfect  ...  "
Ease of Use
 49
easy to install, pedal, shimano, easy to adjust, clipless
+94%
-6%
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" ...  The included cleats are the single release, not the multiple release as recommended for beginners.  ...  "
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" ...  Would probably make it easier to clip in as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Went on bike easy enough.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to put on my bike.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to put on my bike.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install.  ...  "
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" ...  * easy to clip in ... * easy to clip out  ...  "
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" ...  * easy to clip in ... * easy to clip out  ...  "
Fit
 45
clips, pedals, bike, shoes, ride
+93%
-7%
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" ...  Mounted to spin bike.  ...  "
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" ...  The pedals feel well made, the tolerances are tight & they rotate freely.  ...  "
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" ...  A great fit once installed on the bike and sturdy as can be.  ...  "
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" ...  A great fit once installed on the bike and sturdy as can be.  ...  "
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" ...  love them ride with clip shoes or any other shoes works perfect  ...  "
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" ...  They do hold to my Shimano MO89 SPD Cleats pretty tight, so for city riding I have them nearly as loose as they can get.  ...  "
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" ...  They do hold to my Shimano MO89 SPD Cleats pretty tight, so for city riding I have them nearly as loose as they can get.  ...  "
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" ...  Fits well with Giro Rumble VR. ... Looks nice on my bike and clips/unclips easily.  ...  "
For Travel
 36
bike, road bike, pedals, shoes, road
+100%
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" ...  Great addition to a bike used along a trail with a number of road crossings.  ...  "
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" ...  As my first pair of clip-ins for my road bike, these were a great purchase. ... Great pedal for commutes and recreational riding.  ...  "
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" ...  These pedals were a great addition to my road bike.  ...  "
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" ...  These pedals were a great addition to my road bike.  ...  "
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" ...  Awesome pedals, I prefer these over full road pedals, as I use my road bike for both races and leisure.  ...  "
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" ...  I like that I don’t need to have bike shoes on if I’m on a casual ride.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the fact that I can wear my bike shoes for my commute and really crank it out, while being able to wear street shoes for hitting the grocery store.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the fact that I can wear my bike shoes for my commute and really crank it out, while being able to wear street shoes for hitting the grocery store.  ...  "
Setup
 28
installed, install, installation, wrench, pedal
+100%
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" ...  Easy to install.  ...  "
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" ...  * easy to install (buy the pedal wrench-right tool for the job)  ...  "
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" ...  * easy to install (buy the pedal wrench-right tool for the job)  ...  "
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" ...  Very good quality and easily installed.  ...  "
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" ...  Very good quality and easily installed.  ...  "
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" ...  Installed these on my Giant, these are great since I'm an amateur rider.  ...  "
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" ...  Installed them in a cinch.  ...  "
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" ...  Installed them in a cinch.  ...  "
Design
 22
flat side, bit slippery, vibram, solid construction, soles
+86%
-14%
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" ...  the material is excellent and easily to clip in and out.  ...  "
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" ...  * they look great  ...  "
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" ...  * they look great  ...  "
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" ...  Great price and solid construction.  ...  "
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" ...  Great price and solid construction.  ...  "
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" ...  Looks nice on my bike and clips/unclips easily.  ...  "
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" ...  Not Bad look made of diecast metal will see how they hold up  ...  "
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" ...  A more durable paint or finish would be awesome.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 20
years ago, pedals, unopened, months ago, ibis
+75%
-25%
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" ...  I like these pedals, so far.  ...  "
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" ...  I started clipping in 30 years ago.  ...  "
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" ...  I started clipping in 30 years ago.  ...  "
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" ...  Bought these SEVERAL years ago, and am still using them heavily with literally no maintenance.  ...  "
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" ...  Bought these SEVERAL years ago, and am still using them heavily with literally no maintenance.  ...  "
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" ...  they work graet, that's why I've had to buy them multiple times  ...  "
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" ...  Great when they worked. ... Bought these about six months ago.  ...  "
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" ...  Great when they worked. ... Bought these about six months ago.  ...  "
Price
 18
pedals, pedal, yeah, excellent value, value
+100%
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" ...  Great value and Shimano Quality  ...  "
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" ...  Yeah can't say anything better then price was great!  ...  "
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" ...  Yeah can't say anything better then price was great!  ...  "
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" ...  Great pedals at a great price.  ...  "
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" ...  Great pedals at a great price.  ...  "
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" ...  I feel like these are the best you'll get for their price range.  ...  "
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" ...  I feel like these are the best you'll get for their price range.  ...  "
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" ...  Good pedal and price!  ...  "
Marketplace
 18
described, time, amazon, version, satisfied
+100%
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" ...  Product as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Will definitely order again  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  I liked the pedals so much I hopped on Amazon and bought the newer version of them  ...  "
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" ...  I liked the pedals so much I hopped on Amazon and bought the newer version of them  ...  "
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" ...  Original review: 8/2017:  ...  "
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" ...  product exactly as described.  ...  "
Controls
 15
spd, tension
+67%
-33%
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" ...  The SPD side works very well - no issues engaging or releasing after adjusting the too-tight settings from the factory.  ...  "
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" ...  The SPD side works very well - no issues engaging or releasing after adjusting the too-tight settings from the factory.  ...  "
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" ...  Once you adapt to them, easily can flip to the right side to lock in on the fly without even thinking about it.  ...  "
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" ...  click on one side and flat on the other.  ...  "
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" ...  click on one side and flat on the other.  ...  "
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" ...  Once on the road, it is simple to recognize which side of the pedal you are using, and adjust accordingly.  ...  "
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" ...  Once on the road, it is simple to recognize which side of the pedal you are using, and adjust accordingly.  ...  "
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" ...  no more worrying about clicking in.  ...  "
Product As Described
 10
described, time, right, product, works
+100%
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" ...  Product as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  product exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  First time user and they perform as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised!  ...  "
Delivery
 10
fast delivery, fast, good product, shipping
+90%
-10%
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" ...  These were delivered fast and are great for me.  ...  "
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" ...  These were delivered fast and are great for me.  ...  "
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" ...  Delivered and fit as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  Delivered and fit as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  Product was shipped promptly and packed well.  ...  "

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Specifications

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