Mallet DH 11 vs MTB Flat Pedal review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Crankbrothers Mallet DH 11 vs Shimano MTB Flat Pedal pedals. Both manufactured by different brands, Crankbrothers and Shimano respectively, these pedals have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Crankbrothers Mallet DH 11 is better for Series and Downhill activities, Shimano MTB Flat Pedal is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to pedal offroad activities.

Mallet DH 11

MTB Flat Pedal

The world’s most successful downhill pedal, premium edition.

GR500 are grippy flat pedals with a trail riding platform shape that feels stable and secure underfoot. Experience even better bike control by pairing with SHIMANO GR series shoes.

Features

Integrated traction pad technology to optimize the shoe/pedal interface
57mm q-factor for stability at speed
Titanium wings to reduce weight
Ribbed body for better traction when unclipped
Customizable float & release angle
Premium bearings & double seal system
Dual chamfered edges to reduce rock-strikes
8 adjustable pins per side for grip
4-sided entry / superior mud shedding
Concave platform for secure foothold
Exclusive double-anodized black and gold colorway

Features

139 g lighter than PD-GR500
8 mm hexagon wrench mount
Platform size: 101 x 96 mm
9 removable pins per side
Center thickness: 16 mm

Usage

Series

Downhill

Usage

Technologies

Specifications

Sealed mechanism: ✔
Reflector: SM-PD70 (NEW)
Type: Off-Road (Flat Pedal)
Color: Black | Blue | Red
SERIES: SLX M7100 Series
MODEL NO: PD-GR400