HT Components AE03 Evo Pedals

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the HT Components AE03 Evo Pedals and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 89 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.6 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.1 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 23

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Sticky and durable.
  • Variety of colors available and stylish design.
  • Very sticky and keeps your foot on the pedal.
  • The low-profile pedal aids in minimizing hitting debris.
  • Extra screw pegs are included in case you lose yours.
  • The pins are placed functionally and smartly for enhanced performance.
  • Great traction for thinner pedals.

Expert Reviews

  • Really thin shape aids in giving more clearance than the average pedal.
  • The added clearance helps the riders who prefer bikes with low-bottom backers.
  • The thin pedal places your foot closer to the axle for more control and power.
  • The pedal is a concave shape, which aids in the solid footing.
  • The placement of the 10 steel pins on the pedal is even and smartly distributed.
  • Grip is adequate with almost any shoe.
  • Weighs only 220 grams per pair, which is almost half a pound less than most shoes on the market.
  • The grip on the pedal is proficient, and remains so in rough trail conditions.
  • No reports of any trouble with servicing the pedals.
  • The 8 mm allen key allows you to save weight and gains leverage when removing the pedals, for easy fixing.
  • More platform space in the middle of the pedal for your shoe to grip.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Some reports of hearing a creak in the pedal and difficulty keeping your foot on while riding.
  • Some reports of falling apart after only a few months.

Expert Reviews

  • The outboard bearing may undergo some contamination with debris.
  • The pedals may develop some lateral give over time.
  • The titanium makes the pedals lighter, but also more expensive.
  • If you over-tighten the locking nut, it can make the pedal very hard to spin.
  • Might feel a bit smaller than other pedals underfoot due to the thinness and shape.
  • The traction screw heads can get hit by debris, due to the thin profile of the pedal.

Summary:

The HT Components AE03 Evo Pedals are best used with riders who are looking to save weight, prefer thin pedals, and require adequate pedal clearance. Riders who specialize in endurance racing will love this choice, while those looking for a less-expensive or wider-platformed pedal should look elsewhere.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.