The 15 lightest XC pedals in the world

Bike components 11/05/24 13:51 Migue A.

Pedals are one of the fundamental components for any cyclist. Choosing the right one is key to achieving a pedaling style that prioritizes comfort or is clearly focused on performance. In this article, we present a list of the lightest XC pedals on the market.

Featherweight XC pedals: models that prioritize lightness

Weight is part of the complex performance equation; while not decisive, it is a factor that contributes to improving numbers on the bike. Although it is a recurring mistake to buy without considering other data, the truth is that the scale has influenced many purchases. The importance of weight is relative - significant for some, almost a mere distraction for others - but brands also strive to offer the same performance with the least possible weight.

Technology advances and manufacturers refine their products in search - among other things - of a lighter weight. As expected, pedals are also part of this endless race that makes more sense in disciplines like XC, where performance is usually a priority for those who practice it.

Cranckbrothers Eggbeater 11

  • Body material: 6 AL / 4V titanium
  • Spindle material: 6 AL / 4V titanium
  • Release angle: 15° / 20°
  • Dimensions: 32x75 mm
  • Maximum rider weight: 90 kg
  • Weight: 179 grams
  • Price: 499.99 euros

Xpedo M-Force 8

  • Body material: Titanium
  • Spindle material: Titanium
  • Release angle:
  • Maximum rider weight: 86 kg
  • Weight: 220 grams
  • Price: 230 euros

Xpedo CXR Pro

  • Body material: Aluminum
  • Spindle material: Titanium
  • Maximum rider weight: 86 kg
  • Weight: 245 grams
  • Price: 195 euros

Time XC12

  • Body material: Composite
  • Spindle material: Titanium
  • Release angle: 10° with ATAC Easy cleats, 13° or 17° with ATAC cleats
  • Weight: 248 grams
  • Price: 264 euros

Crankbrothers Candy 11

  • Body material: Aluminum
  • Spindle material: 6 AL / 4V titanium
  • Release angle: 15° / 20°
  • Dimensions: 67x74 mm
  • Maximum rider weight: 90 kg
  • Weight: 249 grams
  • Price: 499.99 euros

HT M2T

  • Body material: Extruded aluminum / CNC machined
  • Spindle material: Titanium
  • Release angle:
  • Dimensions: 56x41x17.5 mm
  • Maximum rider weight: 80 kg
  • Weight: 260 grams
  • Price: 250 euros

Exustar E-PM222TI

  • Body material: Extruded aluminum, CNC machined, black anodized with stainless steel abrasion protection
  • Spindle material: Titanium
  • Dimensions: 82.2x61.6 mm
  • Weight: 264 grams
  • Price: 170 euros

Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3

  • Body material: Cast stainless steel
  • Spindle material: Stainless steel
  • Release angle: 15° / 20°
  • Dimensions: 32x75 mm
  • Weight: 280 grams
  • Price: 149.99 euros

Time XC 8

  • Body material: Composite
  • Spindle material: Steel
  • Release angle: 10° with ATAC Easy cleats, 13 or 17° with ATAC cleats
  • Weight: 286 grams
  • Price: 169 euros

Look X-Track Race Carbon TI

  • Body material: Carbon
  • Spindle material: Titanium
  • Release angle: 13°
  • Dimensions: 60x16.8 mm
  • Weight: 290 grams
  • Price: 209.90 euros

Ritchey WCS XC

  • Body material: Alloy
  • Spindle material: Chromium molybdenum steel
  • Dimensions: 62.3x15.5 mm
  • Weight: 298 grams
  • Price: 142.30 euros

Wellgo W01

  • Body material: Aluminum
  • Spindle material: Chromium molybdenum steel
  • Dimensions: 81x66x31 mm
  • Weight: 305 grams
  • Price: 52 euros

Shimano XTR

  • Body material: Aluminum
  • Spindle material: Steel
  • Weight: 310 grams
  • Price: 140 euros

Ritchey COMP XC

  • Body material: Alloy
  • Spindle material: Chromium molybdenum steel
  • Dimensions: 62.9x17.1 mm
  • Weight: 331 grams
  • Price: 66 euros

Look X-Track Race Carbon

  • Body material: Carbon
  • Spindle material: Chromium molybdenum steel (Chromoly+)
  • Release angle: 13°
  • Dimensions: 60x16.8 mm
  • Weight: 350 grams
  • Price: 123.90 euros

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