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  1. Hello there,

    I have been plotting to get a unicycle for a while now, and today is
    the day! I am getting a Nimbus 26 ISIS Muni, but I hear that pinned
    metal DX pedals lead to many injuries. I expect to get my cuts and
    bruises as I learn, but I was wondering what y'all might suggest in the
    way of other pedals. I wasnt sure if I should go for the plastic DX or
    maybe a Union ATB or what might be a good idea, so I think I will just
    use a lifeline to "ask the audience." I dont want to have killer
    pedals, but then again i need something a bit grippy as I will be going
    to college in a mountainous region, where i can expect rain and
    frequent snow. I really appreciate your input!🙂

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  2. i would suggest if you have never ridden before and you are learning to
    get both if you can afford it get some plastic cheap pedals and then
    though them away once u have learnt or get shin guards and metal pedals

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  3. mmkay. Btw, i have no interest in mountain Uni-ing, if that makes any
    difference. I am just getting the cycle i am because the area i will
    be in would be too unruly for a non-muni, in the way of weather

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    or standard plastic pedals will work, then switch back to the pinned
    ones when you are comfortable on your new uni.

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  5. i heard 'these' (http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=1009)
    are quite grippy for plastic too.

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  6. cool, thanks a bunch. I will look into those pyramids. Any other ones
    that are less of beginner things that one would use more for cummuting
    that i could look into for once i get a bit better?

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  7. plastic pedals are not just for beginners, many proficient riders use
    them, especially for street. I have plastic on my 24" and never have
    any problem with grip. Once you get better, if you want more
    aggressive pedals, put the stock ones back on, they are perfectly good.

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  8. Thanks so much! I will deffinitely order those along with my new cycle.

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  9. no problem, if you have any other questions don't hesitate to ask.

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  10. I think it's hard to beat the Odyssey Twisted PC plastic pedals. They
    cost $12, have a good platform (same as the Odyssey metal pedals),
    they're light and they have plastic "pins" which do a reasonable job of
    keeping your foot steady.

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