A deliberate pedal-system choice, not a performance shootout: compare where Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3 and FIFTY-FIFTY MTB Flat Pedals are intended to be used, plus the shoe interface each requires.
Off-road riders who prefer the Eggbeater clipless system and an open pedal design.
Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3. The guide lists Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3 for this riding use; confirm the matching shoe or cleat interface.
MTB riders who want a flat pedal with replaceable traction pins.
FIFTY-FIFTY MTB Flat Pedals. The guide lists FIFTY-FIFTY MTB Flat Pedals for this riding use; confirm the matching shoe or cleat interface.
Riders deciding between flat and clipless pedals, or between road and off-road systems
It depends on your priorities. Choose by the rides and shoes you actually use; this is a system decision, not a performance ranking.
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| Detail | Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3 | FIFTY-FIFTY MTB Flat Pedals |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Pedals | Pedals |
| Level | The listing does not state an experience level; its product type is eggbeater. | The listing does not state an experience level; its product type is flat. |
| Key features | Weight: ~200g per pair (lightest clipless pedal); Axle material: Titanium; Cleat compatibility: Eggbeater (proprietary); Bearings: Sealed cartridge; Float angle: 15° | Body: nylon composite (lightweight); Spindle: 9/16" chromoly; Pin count: 16 replaceable steel pins per side; Bearing: DU bushing + sealed bearing; Weight: ~400 g per pair; Colors: black, gum, turquoise |
| What is included | The catalog does not itemize box contents beyond the named product. Check the exact offer for included hardware or accessories. | The catalog does not itemize box contents beyond the named product. Check the exact offer for included hardware or accessories. |
| Best for | Off-road riders who prefer the Eggbeater clipless system and an open pedal design. | MTB riders who want a flat pedal with replaceable traction pins. |
| Main drawback | The proprietary cleat standard requires compatible shoes and cleats. | Flat-pedal grip depends on compatible shoes and pin setup. |
Specs and included items reflect the cited product listings; check the seller page for current package details.
| Aspect | Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3 | FIFTY-FIFTY MTB Flat Pedals | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published riding use | Off-road riders who prefer the Eggbeater clipless system and an open pedal design. | MTB riders who want a flat pedal with replaceable traction pins. | Depends |
| Foot interface | clipless (Eggbeater) | flat platform | Depends |
| Cleat or platform details | Cleat compatibility: Eggbeater (proprietary) | Pin count: 16 replaceable steel pins per side | Depends |
| Listed fit notes | 9/16" thread standard. Q-factor 142mm. Entry from 4 angles (0°, 90°, 180°, 270°). | Standard 9/16" pedal thread - fits any adult crankarm. The platform measures ~100 x 100 mm, wider than OEM plastic pedals but smaller than full DH platforms like the Race Face Atlas. Good upgrade for hardtail and e-MTB riders who want grip without spending Race Face money. | Depends |
| Catalog price (context only) | $123.80 | $35.99 | Depends |
The catalog lists Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3 with these stated details: Weight: ~200g per pair (lightest clipless pedal); Axle material: Titanium; Cleat compatibility: Eggbeater (proprietary).
The catalog lists FIFTY-FIFTY MTB Flat Pedals: FIFTY-FIFTY MTB flat pedals with 9/16" chromoly spindle, nylon composite platform, and 16 replaceable steel grip pins per side. Sealed-bearing plus DU bushing. Sold in black, gum, and turquoise colorways..
Avasta AVASTA Polypropylene Bike Pedals
The catalog lists AVASTA Polypropylene Bike Pedals as platform, with material: polypropylene / nylon body, steel spindle. Consider it if that stated use and detail better suit your setup.
Avasta AVASTA Aluminum Alloy Bike Pedals
The catalog lists AVASTA Aluminum Alloy Bike Pedals as platform, with material: high-strength aluminum alloy body, sealed-bearing spindle. Consider it if that stated use and detail better suit your setup.
This is a deliberate use-case choice, not a spec shootout. Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3 is listed for off-road riders who prefer the eggbeater clipless system and an open pedal design. and uses a clipless (Eggbeater) interface. FIFTY-FIFTY MTB Flat Pedals is listed for mtb riders who want a flat pedal with replaceable traction pins. and uses a flat platform interface. Start with your usual riding, shoes and willingness to clip in; the cleat systems are not interchangeable, and flat pedals call for a different shoe setup. The catalog's weight, float and price figures are context, not a universal score. Confirm crank-thread and shoe compatibility on the current listing. These products were not tested hands-on.
This page compares public product-listing details in the accessory catalog and the matching pedal buying-guide descriptions, including intended use and shoe or cleat interface. It is a deliberate use-case comparison, not a performance ranking. BikeSize did not test either pedal hands-on; confirm compatibility and installation against the manufacturer instructions.
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