Budget Mountain Bike Pedal Comparison // One Up Composite // Race Face Chester // Kona Wah Wah II

This is a video covering my Top 3 cheap composite pedal recommendations. All of these pedals come in right at the $50 range and in no way compromise on performance.
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The pedals are as follows:
Race Face Chester -------------- amzn.to/2AYU6JS
Kona Wah Wah II ----------------- goo.gl/7M9cq2
One Up Composite -------------- amzn.to/2AyWsPe
Think there's a pedal that should be in this video that I missed? Let me know in the comments below!

[@soy_leche]

With the OneUp pedals and convex design, you should adopt a true mid-foot position and it'll be great. Your arch fits right over the tallest point in the middle. This gives a super grippy/confident feeling. Convex pedals are better if you put the ball of your foot over the spindle.

[@TheDan0311]

Been on chesters for two years but tried the kona wah wah 2 today wow what a killer set of pedals

[@DailyMTBRider]

They are great for their big platform! I'm totally going to use them at Whistler this summer!

[@ns671fr]

You can buy pedals in small or large if thats the case I've owned these and they essentially perform all the same but the Chester's look the best in colors and style

[@PedalParadise]

Less than 6 months I changed my shimano saints(bearing broke) for the Chester and was a great change. Really liked the video. Keep them up!

[@DailyMTBRider]

I actually bought my chesters after my saints crapped out. Great pedals, but not as good as Chesters!

[@straightnobraker4677]

Ha!!! Same here. Saints broke after a month, Chesters have lasted over a year and feel better anyway

[@mediocremtb6875]

Damn.... I just put a pair of saints on my dh bike and bought a set of chesters for my gf! I don’t think she’ll notice if I swap them...

[@ethanh.8460]

Awesome vid! I swear you’re actually reading my mind I just spent like 3 days looking for good pedals. Congrats on 1000 btw!

[@DailyMTBRider]

Haha I'm happy I could help you out Ethan! Did you buy a pair of pedals yet? If not, which ones are you going to get? And I'm stoked on 1K, can't believe it happened so fast!

[@ethanh.8460]

I haven't gotten them yet but I'm really interested in the Wah Wahs, and I'll probably buy them as soon as my wrist heals and I can ride again, thanks for the advice!

[@DailyMTBRider]

Be on the look out Ethan, a youtuber you follow may end up giving a pair away in the near future ;)

[@VideoNOLA]

Actually, Google read your mind (Search), then sent you here.

[@martvandermade4697]

Bought the wah wah's yesterday, arrived today, sleeping with them under my pillow tonight

[@TracyClark]

Picked up a pair of Wah Wah 2 recently when I found/bought a Kona Big Honzo. I knew zero about them. They looked cool and bike came without pedals. My goal was to have pedals until I got new SPD installed. I don’t think I’m going back to SPD. My size 44 feet love the Wah Wah 2. Luckily my bike shoes can ‘convert’ back to no SPD cleat. I like the ‘room’ as I have some play on foot placement. They GRIP my shoes. For the riding I’ll be doing I think they will be all I need. VERY happy with them.

[@John_D2]

"concave vs convex" is what you were looking for there.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks man! I couldn't put my finger on it in the moment!

[@SM-lj2ef]

I have and LOVE the wah wah 2. One huge feature you didn't mention is the angular profile actually helps deflect if you have a pedal strike. I had a square flate pendals and if I struck them they would dig in or catch, and over the bars I went. Wah wah's deflect off and you keep going. Chester looks similar but maybe less of and angular profile.

[@chrisbfleetwood]

Put black Kona wah wahs on my 2021 flat nautical navy Trek Marlin 7....absolutely a match made in heaven! Both for look and feel! Wife loves the same (lime green) wah wahs on her GT aggressor pro (lime green and blue bike). I'm size 12 and she's a 9. Large for both of us! Beauty!

[@wvjeepguy8178]

My local shop sold me some Wah Wah 2's over the weekend. Coming from stock pedals on my new Trek Marlin 7, these things are amazing.

[@patricklyle4504]

This video really tied well with your Flats to Clipless video for me. As someone who just switched from clipless to flats this really does a great job covering the major points (cost, weight, reliability and functionality). After a ton of research I went with the Chesters and ponied up for a new pair of 5-Ten Freeriders. That combo seems to me to work so well that I sometimes will finish a ride and forget that I'm not actually clipped in.

[@DailyMTBRider]

It's a great combo for sure and that's why I'll still be riding flats from time to time! Stoked for your new found love of flats Patrick!

[@thim8009]

I have one up's. I wear size 14 us shoe size and they fit me well. On the kona I wouldn't like that little round rise where they are into cranks. When your feet are that long they are generally wider also, so when I place foot on pedal I usually shove them against crank arm to center my foot on pedal. I am subscribed, love vids, keep up good work!

[@DailyMTBRider]

You may be surprised about the kona's, I swear by them now - the one up's feel like they have a mound in the middle of them

[@meagainok19]

@@DailyMTBRider Thanks for the vid. You have another subscriber! I suppose when you have big hooves like Thim and myself our feet also have a longer arch that will fit the OneUps perfectly. Foot size does matter when choosing pedals. Well done, I love your vids.

[@sethnicholls7861]

I'm using the wha whas and love them, but I also have a size 12 ft. That said, I agree the One Up composite pedals are probably the best all around option for most riders who don't know which pedal to go with.

[@seanbickford2842]

I run the Wah Wah 2 smalls. I wear a size 10 shoe and the size is just about perfect.

[@freshstartmtbandskiing5030]

Awesome vid!! My favorite pedals are the DMR Vault alloy, and I have never slipped a pedal! They are also in red, so it makes you faster!!😄

[@DerbyRojo]

Buying the race face chester inmediatly after this vid, thanks a lot bro

[@fabiena.8530]

Are you happy with them ? I Worry about the size can you help me

[@DerbyRojo]

@@fabiena.8530 9 months of use and 'm very happy with the pedals, very comfortable and durable, about the size i can say that they are not so thick (whichbis great) and the axle doesn't feel when you press your foot (like i felt in other pedals, annoying), those pedals are my first serious pedals and at first i feel them a little bigger, but in trail or in jumps that size give you confidence... i hit a lot of rocks with these race face and they only get slightly scratched... just buy them bro

[@fabiena.8530]

@@DerbyRojo thanks dude

[@GregAspenson]

Got 8 stitches from my Race Face Chester's! Not the fault of the pedal! Been wearing shin guards ever since.

[@nomad-ridesmtb270]

I've had great luck with Shimano Saint platforms. Been running the same pair for almost 1000 miles of trail riding. I ride Pa and Ny so that's a lot of rock strikes. They're right around 50 bucks. Aluminum construction with replaceable pins.

[@DailyMTBRider]

They almost made the cut but they're just about 60 bucks. My friends and I used them exclusively for a while. I'm planning on doing a metal pedal review some day and the saints will definitely be on the list!

[@PedalParadise]

Broke the bearings in one my saints a couple of months ago while riding. Had to stop by a restaurant between trails for olive oil, to make the pedal work. Changed to the chesters, no problems so far.

[@chrisnielsen5287]

I've used both the One Up and the Race Face. I have a shoe size of 8 1/2 and the Chester fit the best. I could get comfortable on the One Up pedals but the platform was too big. In terms of looks I think the One Up is the best looking out of all of them.

[@gerasimger15]

Are the kona ones are for Kirk Hammett? Wah wah get it? No... Well ok

[@meagainok19]

I sure do get it. Kirk would be lost without it haha!

[@jonahmacke677]

That's the origin

[@victordaraban4695]

I love guitar playing and mtb riding equally so this joke ir right up my alley...

[@1911Zoey]

Kirk would definitely have one if he had an MTB. Lol

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

got a notification in school time watching this in the math time

[@DailyMTBRider]

Hey, there's tons of math that goes into making bikes, just don't get caught watching them by your teacher!

[@cyberdejesus]

I tried both the Wah 2 and Chester. Wah 2 felt better and more stable. It hugs your feet better.

[@daynknight6654]

You did a really good job presenting those pedals. Went with the Wah Wah 2 small's which are made for smaller feet. I'd say I have average feet and they fit perfect with a little room to spare. My buddy has the normal Wah Wah 2's and those suckers are huge!

[@rwniehaus]

Nice review buddy. I bought the OneUp and never looked back.

[@chrisbowman5964]

Great review, thanks for doing it. I’d highly encourage one to look at the Catalyst from Peddling Innovations. It runs around $100 so a bit more than these, but are flat awesome if you’re looking at stepping up to a really top end flat. I’ve even changed to running them on my road bike. Can’t recommend them enough.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks for the recommendation Chris! I'm tempted to do a $100 shootout for flats and I will definitely check out the Catalyst's when I do!

[@southernaccent]

The Konas don't use bushings like the Chesters or One Ups do. Two sealed and one needle bearing, much better design.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Great point - thanks for sharing Kenny!

[@southernaccent]

Thanks for the great video!

[@jrome3sa]

Great vid!!! Always look forward to your new video posts!

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Jerome! It means a lot!

[@LifeOfBmanOfficial]

I have the Chesters and love them!

[@DailyMTBRider]

They are known as tried and true for a reason Mike! I've never had an issue with mine!

[@elizabethnel6613]

What shoe size do u wear?

[@LifeOfBmanOfficial]

Elizabeth Nel I normally wear 8 1/2 but my mtb flats are size 9

[@DailyMTBRider]

I'm a size 10-10.5 and think chesters fit my feet perfectly

[@TheDan0311]

Been on chesters for two years i wear a size 11 but tried the kona pedals today wow not going back.

[@evelasq1]

You should include the Crank Brothers 5050. Great pedals for people with big feet.

[@viveviveka2651]

I wear size 12 shoes, and really appreciate having a larger platform.

[@ty.process]

Great video, Josh! If I ever need flats I’m going with the Kona’s for my size 15s! Best budget clipless pedal vid coming soon?! -Ty

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Ty, and dang you have big feet! What pedals have you been using? And you know a clipless video is coming soon! That's what I normally ride :)

[@ty.process]

Sweeeeet! For now a hand me down pair of no name flats, similar to one ups... My bro in law runs small, egg beater style Shimano XC pedals and he has the same size shoe as me! they feel a bit small... :-/

[@DailyMTBRider]

Sounds like my next video on clipless pedal is just what you need! Give me a week or two though :)

[@fish4hoes820]

Like your type of reviews. Amazing job

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Cesar, that means a lot!

[@asselinpower]

Crankbrothers stamp are cool too

[@DailyMTBRider]

True! Just a few more bucks!

[@SuperRhino73]

If you wear a size 11 or larger the new HT PA03's are great! Big, grippy, 330g, less than 50 bucks!

[@DailyMTBRider]

That's a great option! Thanks for sharing Super Rhino!

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

congrats on 1k

[@Durwood71]

Wish I had a local bike shop with a large stock of pedals that they would let me try out.

[@mtbboy1993]

I like this style of video great work. but none of these pedals will do it for me, size 44, but catalyst pedals fit me.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I'm a size 43, and I'd say you should try the Wah Wah II's, they are great as bigger platforms!

[@mtbboy1993]

Daily MTB Rider already got two sets of Catalyst on the way.

[@ibsilly4u568]

The kona wah-wah 2 sent me to the hospital yesterday 😫 they broke on a jump went through my shoe and my foot Pros great customer service 👌

[@zazz63]

small feet?

[@jonthomas8487]

Thanks dude! I’m trying to decide and have size 13 Sasquatch feet so the Wah Wah seems to be a nice option. On shoes is anyone selling Five Tens less than $70. Also are there any other less expense shoes you’d recommend. How are Vans BMX shoes?

[@DailyMTBRider]

5-10's are the gold standard in my opinion. I'd say stick with the Wah Wah II's and find a pair on ebay - or look at the clearance on 5-10's site

[@jonthomas8487]

Daily MTB Rider I ended up getting Crankbrothers Stamp 3 pedals for $59 on Amazon. Still looking at shoes but have a stupid low volume size 13 and want to make sure they fit. I guess I can buy at REI as I can return to a store if they don't fit

[@davidbartsch255]

Jon Thomas how have the pedals been treating you? I have size 14 myself. Just getting into mtb and looking to upgrade these basic pedals

[@Ultimaniacx4]

If you want actual budget pedals, try Fooker. 20$ Chester knockoffs. I've been running a pair for about a year and a half and they're still solid and spinning freely with no maintenance other than replacing a couple grip pins.

[@johnreed9435]

Size 12 feet/shoes determined the Wah II for me.

[@ronaldrice9768]

Great video! Pedals are going to be my first upgrade and this defiantly has helped me. Would the Chester be good for non downhill trail riding? We don't have much downhill here in Indiana.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Hey Ronald, I think the Chesters are the best pedals for what you're describing! And they'll work for downhill too! Hope that helps!

[@olexandermaksymenko2992]

Thanks for video! It's very nice. But what about of damping effect of these pedals? Is it the same of these 3 models? Because I've bought RaceFace Affect (aluminium) and start to feel pain at my my knees and ankles. My bike is hardtail. So I decided to buy something made with nylon. What can you advise to choose? By the way, Affect has not enough wide for me and I have to put my feet directly only at one position or I'll touch the crankset.

[@tommyestrada6464]

Has anybody else out there tried the Konas and noticed more pedal strikes? Maybe I should have went with a smaller platform.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I've been riding them for the last 4 months and haven't noticed too many more. Them being bigger doesn't help a ton with pedal strikes though, that's for sure!

[@T-ROF]

Solid video man - keep it up!

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Tomas!

[@natepalmer5714]

Great vid keep up the good work

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Nate! What pedals are you using?

[@natepalmer5714]

Im using chesters but thinking of upgrading to either the one up or kona because the chesters are just a little small.

[@DailyMTBRider]

If you have big feet Nate (11+) - go with the Kona's - I think you'll love them!

[@BHShaman]

Can you sand the composite down on the OneUp to remove the "hump", like the sanded top of the Chester?

[@partmowtow9745]

Nice vid! Thanks bro.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks for watching me friend!

[@bobbyhempel1513]

Thanks for the info

[@DailyMTBRider]

Bobby Hempel You’re welcome! Thanks for watching Bobby!

[@jvianneyjr]

Which pedal lasts longer? ball bearing, sealed bearing or DU bearing?

[@unogazzy84]

Which grease should I use for the inside and the threads of pedals?

[@Klips005]

curious if you or anyone can compare these to the old CrankBros Stamp1?

[@alanmtb9927]

great review! im interested in wah 2x pedals, did you have any issue inserting it to your crank? do you think it will work with cranks with boots? many thanks!

[@DailyMTBRider]

I could not use them with crank boots which I was bummed about, they don't have enough space between the bolt and the crank. Not the biggest deal in the world, but it's important to me (and it sounds like you)

[@alanmtb9927]

just ordered Oneup instead. thanks very much bro!

[@DailyMTBRider]

No problem, I think you'll love those!

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

im gonna buy the RED CYCLING PRODUCTS FLAT PEDAL PEDAL AL SVART (2018)

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

thay cost 37,5 dollars rn

[@DailyMTBRider]

I haven't heard of those. I'll have to check them out. And let me know how long they last!

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

Daily MTB Rider okey i will do. If i dont get them for christmas i will buy it after christmas

[@christophernarvaez]

Thank you for this video.

[@oz8402]

I wah wah wonder...why there were only 3 on recommendation.

[@mheberling5939]

I’ve a bike at the shop and they are installing the wah wahs. However I wear 10.5 shoes. Do you anticipate this being an issue? Meaning the pedals being to big?

[@graham107]

pedal

[@gabrielchiasson6594]

i ride chesters and love them I wear 10s

[@alfredde4350]

Great info josh

[@CruJones]

I swear those Chesters are made by the same company who makes the NukeProof Nylons.

[@DailyMTBRider]

They may just be - a lot of the composite pedals are very similiar

[@josephlee784]

Nice one, Josh!

[@derekdavis6508]

I seen fooker on Amazon for 19 dollas, come in many colors.

[@elimain1261]

It seems like a crappy knock off but idk

[@JogieGlenMait]

i'd take the wah-wah just because of the name

[@DailyMTBRider]

If it was just based on title, we'd be silly not to pick the wah-wah 😉

[@aajohnsoutube]

Your shins look like a Calvin Klein model’s compared to mine.

[@t-rexfamilyoutdoorfun.311]

Stump 1 is amazing

[@kai-deliz]

Goaty video

[@DailyMTBRider]

Haha thanks man! I really appreciate it!

[@Insignificant26]

Have you tried the specialized bennies?

[@DailyMTBRider]

I have Zins, and they aren't bad at all. The only things I noticed was that they were a little think and heavy. Besides that though, they have great grip and have shown their longevity

[@tomaszmichewicz4471]

Please help, im between one up and Chester.What you reckon?

[@DailyMTBRider]

I'd get the wah wah II's 😂- I swear by them now. But the one up would be a good second

[@tomaszmichewicz4471]

Daily MTB Rider 😩😉it’s hard to get Wah Wah II in UK, just ordered the One up 😁

[@DailyMTBRider]

You'll love the one ups man! You won't miss the wah wah's, I promise!

[@tomaszmichewicz4471]

Daily MTB Rider Cheers buddy 👍

[@andrinjost5182]

Can I put the pedal on a sram gx wheel crank?

[@DailyMTBRider]

You should no problem with that my dude!

[@andrinjost5182]

Daily MTB Rider thank you

[@hannahmilnes1605]

Do a shop reboot

[@ximcat7]

Wheres the dmr v6?

[@justinonyt]

A Tokul and an Evil? This guy trying to be Phil kmetz?

[@DailyMTBRider]

😂😂😂 I kid you not, that’s the first I’ve heard anyone say that and I never thought about it! Now if only I can get his skills down!

[@antonyo7531]

The crankbrothers stamp 2 is only $60 and its aluminum!

[@joviallmountain2676]

Why do you think aluminium is better than composite?

[@antonyo7531]

Everyone says that chesters are indestructable but shouldn't aluminum he stronger?

[@matthewpohl7781]

Pedals are accessories?

[@thesupernad]

how baked is this guy?

[@DailyMTBRider]

Probably more than a burnt cookie..... or unbaked cookie dough.....

[@gimpeyLegs]

Maybe use words like budget, or affordable instead of cheap

[@seanb2108]

Are all these metal pedals?

[@sikkco]

What do you do for work?

[@DailyMTBRider]

Great question Josh, why do you ask? (You have to let me at least give you a hard time about it)

[@sikkco]

Daily MTB Rider Just curiosity mostly. You have two fairly expensive bikes, the Tokul which is a $1,000 with an upgraded fork by the looks of it. Also you have the other bike which I forget what the name of it is but I could only imagine the price. Assuming you are able to afford both of those bikes and the upgrades I was guessing some type of engineering, or software field of work?

[@DailyMTBRider]

Nice guess! But both not my jobs. I did almost go into engineering, but opted to head in a field with a lot less money. At the end of the day, it's not how much you make but what you do with what you make. I've slowly upgraded my bikes, make money on the side, and just save well - hence two very nice bikes.

[@DailyMTBRider]

As far as job goes... I keep that top secret. It's more fun to keep people guessing - but I will tell anyone who ventures to go on a ride with me! So if you're ever in Washington State, hit me up!

[@sikkco]

Understandable, well if I am ever in Washington State I will most definitely hit you up

[@mazditzo]

You looks like Sam pilgrim :)

[@sanmiguel4019]

I think you need glasses!!!

[@mazditzo]

@@sanmiguel4019 looks a like doesn't equal same you dumb f$&k, and it's compliment for him, are you related to pablo escobar by any chance?

[@sanmiguel4019]

@@mazditzo Looks nothing like him mate, and no, I'm not related to Pablo Escobar, the question is though, are "you" related to Stevie Wonder?

[@ianmangham4570]

@@sanmiguel4019 Lmao 🤣 you OWNED them big time 🤣

[@ianmangham4570]

Do you want to buy some spectacles 👓?

[@OayxYT]

I’m a size 8 1/2…

[@snowman22ism]

Never listen to anyone that starts a sentence with "now let me tell you why you should listen to me"

[@OG_SQUID_MTB]

You missed the Chromag Synth

[@DailyMTBRider]

That's true and those are great pedals!

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

i want new pedals because mine are sht

[@tigerbalm666]

$47 is NOT cheap!

[@ianmangham4570]

True 👍

[@bricecrum68]

Here’s your answer, clips

[@DailyMTBRider]

Haha I have to agree! I love clips!

[@TheWeardale1]

your cheap and my cheap are different...

[@napndash]

How are these cheap?

[@britannia6080]

Music is too loud and awful, distracting