Titanium spindles and wings handle the stress loads at clip-in points while cutting weight compared to steel or chromoly alternatives. The Crank Brothers Candy 11 pedals use 6Al/4V titanium for both the spindle and the retention wings, which drops the pair weight to 249 grams without sacrificing the strength needed for 200-pound rider loads. The 6061-T6 aluminum body surrounds the four-sided engagement mechanism with a 67mm x 74mm platform that gives you contact area when you're pedaling unclipped between technical sections. This platform size sits between the minimal Eggbeater footprint and the larger Mallet design.

The integrated traction pads sit on both sides of the clip mechanism and come in two thicknesses—1mm installed from the factory and 2mm included in the box. You can swap them based on whether you want more platform feel or less material between your shoe and the pedal body. The ribbed aluminum surface provides grip when you're riding unclipped, and the chamfered edges along the perimeter deflect rock strikes rather than catching on trail obstacles. If you're running shoes without aggressive tread, the 2mm pads increase contact area between the shoe sole and the pedal body.

Enduro cartridge bearings handle the outer bearing positions, with sealed needle bearings on the inner positions closer to the crank arm. The double seal system uses both internal and external seals to keep water and grit away from the bearing surfaces, which extends service intervals when you're riding in wet or muddy conditions. The hex alloy endcap and bashguard protect the spindle threads during transport, and the entire pedal assembly can be serviced at home with standard tools when the bearings need replacement or re-greasing. The 300-series stainless steel springs resist corrosion when exposed to moisture.... Read More