Pedals

[Aggie_Ama]

I hated the Candys, used the Smartys on my commuter and they were fine but you have more time to unclip on the road in most instances. With the Candys I never got a consistent release, it was like some sides held really tight and I actually wrecked because I could not unclip - twice. My husband who is a very experienced rider said he felt the same with them although never wrecked. He did bend the spindles on two pairs just riding. I know tons of people who love Egg Beaters and do not have any of the issues we had.

I am now a super happy Time rider, I have the Atac XL which is supposed to have a slightly lighter tension. They have killer mud shedding ability, I am shocked how gunky my cleats can be and clip in with ease. I am also able to unclip when needed but have never popped out.

The Time have a platform I can ride on, not as easily as the Candys but still one million times better for me. I was so scared of the Candys I wouldn't clip in one of my pedals, defeats the whole purpose.

***Oops, I see you bought them. Hopefully my experience will not repeat for you! For me I will forever be a Time devotee, I have heard it can be a pretty heated discussion in some circles whether Time or Crank Brothers are better.