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Syncros Squamish III vs Race Face Chester

Two trail flat pedals from the house brands of Scott and Race Face. Same 9/16" thread and same use case - but the Squamish goes aluminum and undercuts the nylon Chester on price. Which body material wins for trail and e-MTB riders?

Quick picks for different riders

Riders using ordinary flat-soled shoes

It depends on your priorities. Choose a platform pedal after checking platform size and shoe fit.

Riders using cleated cycling shoes

It depends on your priorities. Confirm the cleat standard; pedal systems are not automatically cross-compatible.

Trail riders deciding how much foot retention they want

It depends on your priorities. Terrain and shoe choice matter; the catalog has no comparative grip or release test.

Check price: Syncros Squamish III Flat PedalsCheck price: Race Face Chester Pedals - Black

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At a glance

Product details for Syncros Squamish III Flat Pedals and Race Face Chester Pedals - Black
DetailSyncros Squamish III Flat PedalsRace Face Chester Pedals - Black
CategoryPedalsPedals
LevelThe listing does not state an experience level; its product type is flat.The listing does not state an experience level; its product type is flat.
Key featuresBody: extruded 6061 aluminum; Axle: 9/16" chromoly; Pin count: 10 replaceable steel pins per side; Bearings: sealed cartridge + DU bushing; Platform size: ~100 x 100 mm; Weight: ~390 g per pair; Color: blueWeight: ~340g per pair; Nylon composite platform with Cr-Mo steel axle; Flat platform pedal with 16 traction pins per pair; Platform size: 110×101mm
What is includedThe 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 forThe catalog’s fit/use note: 9/16" thread standard. Aluminum-body alternative to the nylon Race Face Chester at the same price - heavier in the hand but harder-wearing on rock strikes. Spec'd as OEM on several Scott Genius and Spark builds, so part availability through Scott dealers is good.The catalog’s fit/use note: 9/16" thread standard. Q-factor 165mm. All-mountain and trail riding.
Main drawbackFit/use caveat recorded in the catalog: 9/16" thread standard. Aluminum-body alternative to the nylon Race Face Chester at the same price - heavier in the hand but harder-wearing on rock strikes. Spec'd as OEM on several Scott Genius and Spark builds, so part availability through Scott dealers is good.Fit/use caveat recorded in the catalog: 9/16" thread standard. Q-factor 165mm. All-mountain and trail riding.

Specs and included items reflect the cited product listings; check the seller page for current package details.

Head-to-head criteria

Pedal/cleat interfaceDepends
Syncros Squamish III Flat PedalsNot specified in catalog entry
Race Face Chester Pedals - BlackFlat platform pedal with 16 traction pins per pair
FloatDepends
Syncros Squamish III Flat PedalsNot specified in catalog entry
Race Face Chester Pedals - BlackNot specified in catalog entry
Body or axle materialDepends
Syncros Squamish III Flat PedalsBody: extruded 6061 aluminum
Race Face Chester Pedals - BlackNylon composite platform with Cr-Mo steel axle
Weight and bearingsDepends
Syncros Squamish III Flat PedalsBearings: sealed cartridge + DU bushing
Race Face Chester Pedals - BlackWeight: ~340g per pair
Current catalog priceOption A
Syncros Squamish III Flat Pedals$39.99
Race Face Chester Pedals - Black$53.99

Meet the two options

Syncros Squamish III Flat Pedals
Option A

Syncros Squamish III Flat Pedals

Syncros · Flat

The catalog lists Syncros Squamish III Flat Pedals with Body: extruded 6061 aluminum; Axle: 9/16" chromoly; Pin count: 10 replaceable steel pins per side; Bearings: sealed cartridge + DU bushing.

  • Body: extruded 6061 aluminum
  • Axle: 9/16" chromoly
  • Pin count: 10 replaceable steel pins per side
  • Bearings: sealed cartridge + DU bushing
  • Platform size: ~100 x 100 mm
  • Weight: ~390 g per pair
  • Color: blue
Sizing: 9/16" thread standard. Aluminum-body alternative to the nylon Race Face Chester at the same price - heavier in the hand but harder-wearing on rock strikes. Spec'd as OEM on several Scott Genius and Spark builds, so part availability through Scott dealers is good.
MSRP: $38-50 · Amazon ~$39.99
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Race Face Chester Pedals - Black
Option B

Race Face Chester Pedals - Black

Race Face · Flat

The catalog lists Race Face Chester Pedals - Black with Weight: ~340g per pair; Nylon composite platform with Cr-Mo steel axle; Flat platform pedal with 16 traction pins per pair; Platform size: 110×101mm.

  • Weight: ~340g per pair
  • Nylon composite platform with Cr-Mo steel axle
  • Flat platform pedal with 16 traction pins per pair
  • Platform size: 110×101mm
Sizing: 9/16" thread standard. Q-factor 165mm. All-mountain and trail riding.
MSRP: $48-$63 · Amazon ~$53.99
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Other options to consider

Final verdict

Start with your shoes. Syncros Squamish III Flat Pedals is listed with not specified in catalog entry, while Race Face Chester Pedals - Black is listed with flat platform pedal with 16 traction pins per pair. Pick the interface that matches your cleats or flat shoes, then compare float and materials only if they matter to your riding. Prices in the catalog are $39.99 and $53.99; offers change, and the record may not itemize every accessory. We have not tested grip, release, mud clearance, or durability. The product listings provide specifications, not a controlled head-to-head test.

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How we compared them

This comparison uses public manufacturer and product-listing details recorded for Syncros Squamish III Flat Pedals and Race Face Chester in the BikeSize accessory catalog, including stated specifications, fit/use notes, and catalog prices. Claims are public evidence, not independent results. BikeSize did not buy, wear, ride, install, or hands-on test either product and conducted no comparative lab or performance testing.

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