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Description

Shimano's Workhorse MTB Pedal

An incredible value in an offroad clipless pedal from Shimano! The PD-M520 SPD pedal features adjustable release tension and includes a set of SH51 SPD cleats with 4 degrees of float. While they only weigh slightly more than the higher-end XT and XTR pedals from Shimano, they boast all of the same features and the same high-grade performance at a fraction of the price. These pedals will serve you well and won't break the bank. The dual-sided mechanism lets you easily clip in with a simple step, without looking down at your shoes

Features:

  • Fluorine-coated binding claws allow for easy entry and release
  • Pedals are dual-sided for easy entry
  • Low-maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axles
  • Dual-sided tension adjustment
  • Open design avoids clogging
  • Strong Cro-Moly axle
  • Sealed cartridge bearings
  • Available in Black or White
  • Compatible with Shimano SPD cleats (one pair of SM-51 single release included)
  • 380g/pair

  • B-Stock - This product has one or more B-Stock units available. These units can be purchased at a discount (see option select). B-Stock units were returned from other customers and may have missing or damaged packaging materials. These units are otherwise as new. The full manufacturer warranty applies. Click Here for more information.

    The product weight specified is an approximate weight based on the manufacturer's specifications (if available) or our measurement of one or two examples. For most products, the weight will typically vary by 5% to 10%.

    * Due to limited availability of this product, we are limiting the quantity per customer to 2 units to allow more of our customers to purchase this product. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

    Specifications

    Weight: 380 grams

    Pedal Type: MTB Pedals 

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    Reviewed 2/1/2024
    by Mike
    PA
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    Great product, great price, easy ordering

    This is my go to gravel pedal. Durable, easy to clip in and out, easy to maintain. Great price and the usual easy order and fast shipping from BTD.

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    Reviewed 1/8/2024
    by Vintage Steel
    Nortern Minnesota
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    Great pedals.

    I�ve been using Shimano pedals for years without any problems.

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    Reviewed 5/23/2023
    Cycling Enthusiast
    Lake Norman NC
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    2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
    Shimano PD-M520 pedals awesome and affordable gravel pedal

    The Shimano PD-M520 pedals are an awesome and affordable gravel pedal. The pedal is very well made and I have never had an issue or problem with them. Maintenance and service is easily done. I find these pedals just as good as the higher end XT/XTR pedals. Very please with this purchase.

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    Reviewed 7/10/2023
    by Anonymous
    Boston
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    1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
    Proven pedals

    I run these on my gravel bike, roadie, and commuter bike in all conditions all seasons in New England and no issues. Great value.

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    Reviewed 7/27/2019
    by Nick S
    Daily Commuter
    Coeur d''Alene, ID
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    2 of 8 customers found this review helpful.
    Clipless is not for me.

    I bought this as an entry level clipless pedal, and felt the value was good. After riding it around the block a few times, I really liked it. However, when I rode it to work, my toes would go numb. I tried adjusting cleat position and seat height to no avail. This could because of my casual cycling shoes (Shimano CT5) I was using did not have a stiff enough bottom, rather than the pedal's fault, but needless to say, I stopped using both of them.

    My only complaint about this product is that it's impossible to return because the clips and pedals will never be like new after first use. I would have returned them, but it's honestly just the nature of the product. You can't return it.

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    Reviewed 3/13/2023
    by Anonymous
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    Best pedal for CX

    I switched from eggbeaters to these, very happy with easy engagement and hold. I recommend them. Good value

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    Reviewed 10/20/2021
    by Ken Thompson
    Milwaukee
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    Excellent product!

    It was easy for me to adjust and learn how to use my first clip in type pedals. They seem indestructible.

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    Reviewed 10/9/2021
    by Anonymous
    Competitive Racer
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    1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
    Simple pedal system that works every time

    For a bottom of the barrel pedal in this range, they sure do work great. Yeah they might be a few grams heavier than their more expensive counterparts, but when your CX bike is covered in mud, grams don't matter anymore. Clip in and out each time, no binding, no issues. Adjustable tension too!

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    Reviewed 8/13/2021
    by Randy
    Hillsville
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    Great pedals

    These are my first clipless pedals for my mountain bike. They work great on the rail trails I ride most of the time. I have been using clipless on my road bike for years. It's great to be using clipless on both road and gravel.

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    Reviewed 12/29/2016
    by josephjohnsiv
    Cycling Enthusiast
    Chicago, IL
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    2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
    affordable pedals that just work

    the pedals work great, and are super affordable. Probably will last a lifetime too because Shimano.

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    Reviewed 12/29/2016
    by Anonymous
    Cycling Enthusiast
    San Francisco, Ca
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    1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
    Excellent value and great performance

    Excellent value and great performance. Bought these for my wife as her first clip pedals. They work great and are very easy to use. Seem rugged and dependable.

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    Reviewed 1/5/2021
    by Gravel Biker
    Cycling Enthusiast
    Lebanon PA
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    0 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
    Best pedals for gravel road bike

    Started riding gravel road bike to get away from automobiles!

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    Reviewed 12/3/2020
    by Dave
    Upstate, N.Y.
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    2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
    Very pleased

    First time clipless rider following many decades of toe clips . Easy to install. East to adjust tension of release mechanism. Apprehension abated.

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    Reviewed 2/16/2015
    by Anonymous
    Cycling Enthusiast
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    6 of 18 customers found this review helpful.
    Good for a few thousand miles, not rebuildable,

    Shimano Pedal Dynamics (SPD) are the pedals I used when I went clipless 15 years ago. I wore out 3 set of SPD's, never found a rebuild kit. 10 years ago I switched to Crank Bros Eggbeaters and Candy, for which I have rebuild kits ($10) and rebuilt 1 set. Cleats wear out before the pedal bearings. I remember a few episodes of SPD's jamming on engagement/disengagement. Scary when the pedal won't let go of your foot. Crank Bros are rebuild-able and smoother engage/disengage.

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    Reviewed 1/26/2015
    by Anonymous
    Northern California
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    1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
    Great value for the price.

    Haven't ridden enough (yet) but so far I like them better than my old Look style pedals. Much easier to get out of.

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    Reviewed 12/19/2019
    by Gecko Sprock
    Cycling Enthusiast
    Washougal Hills
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    2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
    Nice Pedals Easy Clip INOut

    25 Years with these Shimano SPD Style Pedals. They've never caused issues, good float. Used mainly on my road bikes.

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    Reviewed 7/1/2019
    by Anonymous
    Cycling Enthusiast
    Florida
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    1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
    excellent product

    I just don't know, why I didn't order this sooner. It looks good and does his purpose. I ride more than 3,000 miles a year, so I need something in good quality and since all my other accessories are from Shimano, this completes my bike.

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    Reviewed 4/1/2019
    by RP
    Daily Commuter
    Sacramento, CA
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    Excellent Value - Highly recommended

    These pedals are working great! I did have to adjust the tension several times to get into and out of them safely. I am not sure why someone would spend 10 times the amount for a pedal that weighs a few grams less. They spin fine, don't make noise, hold securely. I am happy with the purchase. Maybe those expensive pedals are awesome, but these are well worth the money I paid. No complaints.

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    Reviewed 11/29/2018
    by Anonymous
    Cycling Enthusiast
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    Didnt break the bank

    Nice price for a nice pedal. Particularly like the option of using the bolt for installation instead of only

    the hex option through the stem.

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    Reviewed 6/25/2018
    by Anonymous
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    Affordably good value.

    For an inexpensive pedal, these are a great value.

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