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.
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Very functional
Replaced a pair on my old mountain bike that were never really very good. I can't believe how good these pedals work for the price! Wish I would've bought these a long time ago. BTD put these on sale for an unbelievable price that pushed me into purchasing.
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Reviewed 5/20/2024
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Spokane, WA
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Excellent Product
Bought these pedals for use with fixed gear where I need to engage the trailing foot asap after push-off. These do the job perfectly - as the left foot comes off the ground, I can clip in almost immediately and attain maximum power - essential in heavy traffic. Single-sided pedals are fine for a regular freewheel where you can coast, but not here.
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Reviewed 5/23/2023
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Lake Norman NC
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3 of 3 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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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
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
Great pedals.
I�ve been using Shimano pedals for years without any problems.
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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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2 of 2 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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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 12/29/2016
by josephjohnsiv
Cycling Enthusiast
Chicago, IL
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3 of 3 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 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 12/29/2016
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
San Francisco, Ca
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2 of 2 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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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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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 2/16/2015
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
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6 of 20 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 1/5/2021
by Gravel Biker
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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 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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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 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
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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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