So, I ordered a set of these after Grands to try out. Put them on my 9 year old's class bike and just let him ride. No real feedback other than "they feel fine" and "I can feel them moving". But this week, two months later, we were doing some sprint training. So I let him make 4 runs, then switched him back to regular flats. Wow. The difference was immediate just watching him. You could physically see how much harder he had to work. So here I am ordering a second set for a new cruiser build. They work. They do what they are supposed to do. Probably the best feedback I can give.
Big improvement over my flat pedals on my gravel bike. Good grip with the protruding screw heads and foot moves naturally and subtly, just enough float.
My knees were not sore after my hilly route.
I picked up these pedals for my bikepacking rig after trying out multiple, multiple options. I ditched clipless years ago, they’ve never felt right on multi‑day rides. Since then, I’ve been chasing the “perfect” flat pedal... I think these are the ones I've been searching for. I just wrapped up a 10‑day ride across Tierra del Fuego in Chile and Argentina, and for the first time in forever, I had zero knee pain and none of the usual grumbles. Can't wait to get out and ride some more.
I personally love these petals. I have swapped them from Bike to Bike. Currently, I ride them on my E bike with the stiffest springs. I noticed whatever bike I put them on. I changed springs to accommodate the weight of the bike with the E bike being heavier I use the stiffest Springs possible on my park bike. I use the medium springs for a little bit more finessing overall, I’ve put 150+ miles on these pedals showing no signs of where these pedals are truly robust and I can’t recommend them enough.
Tucker loves the pedal. Could feel the difference right from the beginning. He hasn’t complained about his feet slipping the pedal.
The absolute best flat pedals! As a former runner with bad knees, I had frequent knee pain while riding. These have been a game changer for me! I am a tall woman, so I run size Large on my eMTB. I can ride all day without any knee or foot pain. Super grippy, and look really cool. I won't be going back to normal flats. Highly recommended!
These pedals are fantastic. I use them on my bikepacking rig and now my e-mountain bike. You don't notice how much you shift your feet on platform pedals until you don't have to anymore. Particularly on a bike that you stay saddled on a lot. Once I changed over to these pedals, my feet stay anchored to the pedals with little to no shifting about. The build quality is outstanding and the owner takes tremendous pride in his product. Seriously, give these pedals a try. You won't know what your missing until you do....
At 53 years old I just want to ride my big BMX bike and destress after working all day. This pedal makes my knees feel less strain so I can pedal longer. I absolutely love them.
After years of assisting riders with knee pain while riding flat pedals a new product has arrived. A flat pedal with adjustable tension float. These pedals are solid and have a great amount of grip. The built in float is awesome and definitely makes a difference. If you have knee issues while riding flats this is definitely product you should check out.
I've had my pedals for over a year and absolutely love them. I've been riding MTB for about 7 years and always had problems with my lower legs and knees. I'd always be sore after a long day of riding. I tried 4 or 5 other pedals and could never solve the issue. I saw 8 Degree in a Time's Best Invention issue and decided to try them. Best decision ever. I no longer experience lower leg pain or knee pain when I ride. I never feel like my feet are coming off the pedal, and it's hard for me to explain, but the pedals just subtly flow with me. For reference, I'm in my mid 50's. The durability has been amazing (I pedal strike more than I want to admit). Kenneth is also one of the nicest people I've met. He's always responsive via email, and I had the chance to meet him in person at Bentonville Bike Fest last year.
Awesome innovation. I have a knee problem and help me not hurt after the ride. Thank you. Highly recommended
Just had a quick lap on the pedals. Unfortunately not a big ride as its bloody hot day and I pedaled to top of bike park and then dropped in and they shut the lift due to high winds by the time I got down! Nevermind... After the 1st 50m on them downhill I could feel the difference, so much extra control over the bike, very impressive. I put the stiff springs straight in as I'm about 100kg ready to ride. I had one moment where my foot moved on one pedal on a fast trail over some chunk, I could probably put some washers in to make them stiffer so that the 'float' is stiffer as I think my foot moved at the end of the pedals travel.
I can tell already though that I'm not going to be able to ride normal flats again now!
I'll spread the word and maybe lend them to a couple people to try, I think you'll definitely pick up some extra orders!
My father has knee pain in both his knees. He enjoys riding his mountain bike casually now but has always had pain afterward. These pedals help to reduce his knee irritation so he can enjoy his rides. They are built to a fantastic quality with sealed bearings that are smooth. The way he rides they'll probably never wear out! Thanks for making a great product for the price point!
I love riding flats. However, once my foot was on the pedal, I wasn’t moving my foot for adjustments. I’d have to pull my foot off the pedal to make adjustments. This messed with my cadence and/or balance.
I watched a YouTube about these pedals and thought that these 8 Degree pedals might be the answer. They are!!!!
I love the float. I don’t have to pick up my foot. I just use the float on the pedals to make my adjustments. Not sure if it’s these pedals but my knees don’t ache anymore.
I dig that you can adjust the tension of the float. I haven’t played with this yet since the stock set up works for me.
Anyways, if you are annoyed with being stuck to your flats, try these pedals. They are life changing.
They seem to be the highest quality of any pedal I have owned. They came with many pin length options which is great. As for the action of the float, it kind of feels like there is a cushion built into the pedals. Not what I expected but very nice. The only downside is the thickness and weight, but I plan to keep them and get more for my other bikes.
My new MTB new pedals are amazing, they really make a difference with the grip, and obviously I enjoy the technology is so good to my knees and the handling is superb. Will buy and recommend again and again!!
I've been riding mountain bikes for 30 years and this is my favourite pair of pedals I've ever owned (I've owned a lot😬)
I'm coming back from an injury which is kept me off the bike for almost a year, and buying these pedals has made a huge difference in me being able to get back to riding- the subtle amount of float seems to significantly reduce torsional stress on my healing knee. I found the stiff Spring to feel just about perfect at my 70 kg weight.
I've just ordered another pair for my other bike
I switched to these pedals because I heard they were good for people with knee pain. They are amazing! I haven’t had knee pain since I put these on my bike! The grip is awesome too! Every bike I own from here on out will get a set of 8 degree pedals!
I tried these due to knee pain when pedaling. Our group is on ebikes, and not only was my knee pain alleviated, but the pedals really seemed to add to the bikes power, just the way the way the ebikes sense your effort, the pedals seemed to decrease lagtime before the e motor kicked in harder. Long story short, we now have 8 guys with these pedals, and they are on all 3 of my bikes. Great product, money well spent!
These pedals feel amazing and make such a big difference to the ride feel, and truly feel like im clipped in and I got used to it quickly and are nice on my knees
I have been riding flat pedals since I started riding BMX bikes in 1978 and on my mountain bikes since 1992. I have been riding the 8 Degree pedals since they first came out and they are an absolute game changer. These pedals make non floating platform pedals obsolete. The floating action feels natural and smooth and my feet are no longer forced into one position. I'm Never going back to non floating platform pedals EVER again.
Get yourself to 8° pedals your body will love you. You will ride more miles. Your knees won’t hurt your ankles. You won’t wear your shoes out as bad and we all wanna ride more miles. I have them on a my e bike and I have them on my BMX race bike. They come in a couple different sizes and colors. I have the large ones I use the green springs no spacers no extra washers just let them float and let your body do the rest your knees and everything will thank you later. Try them you won’t regret it.
The biggest difference was the down stroke of the pedal while climbing, felt like the re was more power available with less fatigue!!Then on the Downhill the longer pins helped keep my feet in control,along with helping steer the rear end of the bike through the single track with the help of the float built into the pedals!!! Extremely satisfied 💯💯