Four-sided entry removes the guesswork from clipping in. The Egg Beater 11 from Crank Brothers uses an open-cage design that lets you engage from any angle rather than hunting for pedal orientation mid-stride. That architecture also prevents mud buildup since there's no platform to trap debris - the wings rotate under pressure to engage the cleat, then return to position once loaded.

The titanium construction handles the weight reduction throughout the pedal. Body, spindle, and wings use 6Al/4V titanium rather than steel or chromoly alternatives. The stainless steel springs manage retention force, while Enduro bearings - a needle bearing inboard and MAX cartridge bearing outboard - replace the bushing design from earlier Eggbeater generations. That bearing combination spins smoother and handles radial loads better than single-bearing systems.

The pedals ship with Standard Release cleats that provide 6 degrees of float and require 15 degrees of rotation to unclip. Easy Release cleats are available separately if you prefer 10 degrees of release angle. The cleats recess flush with shoe treads for walking traction and mount to any 2-bolt mountain or gravel shoe. These cleats are not compatible with Shimano SPD despite the similar 2-bolt pattern - the engagement geometry differs between the systems.... Read More