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Hold Fast pedal straps are handmade in Baltimore and built for BMX-style platform pedals rather than traditional toe-clip pedals, so not every flat pedal pairs well with them. These five are real, widely stocked platform pedals that riders commonly run with Hold Fast (and similar) strap systems on fixed-gear and single-speed builds.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MKS Sylvan Track Next Pedals | $50-$70 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | Fyxation Mesa MP Platform Pedals | $30-$45 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | Odyssey Twisted PC Pedals | $25-$35 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | Wellgo Track Pedal with Toe Clips & Straps | $20-$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | MKS GR-9 Track Pedals | $60-$90 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
MKS Sylvan Track Next Pedals
A classic track-style cage pedal that’s a go-to platform for riders pairing pedals with a strap system rather than clipless.
- Dual-sided cage-style platform
- Steel cage construction built for track use
- 9/16-inch spindle, standard fitment
- Long-standing reputation as a top track/fixed-gear pedal
- Cage shape gives a Hold Fast strap plenty to grip
- Steel construction is heavier than composite platform pedals
Fyxation Mesa MP Platform Pedals
A wide composite platform pedal frequently recommended as a top pick for pairing with strap systems on fixed-gear and single-speed bikes.
- Wide composite platform body
- Replaceable pins for grip
- 9/16-inch spindle
- Wider platform than most cage-style pedals for more foot support
- Lighter than steel track pedals
- Composite body is less traditional-looking than a metal cage pedal
Odyssey Twisted PC Pedals
A BMX-heritage platform pedal with a wide, molded-pin design that’s a popular pairing for strap systems built for platform pedals, like Hold Fast.
- Wide BMX-style platform
- Molded traction pins for grip
- Durable composite construction
- Very popular, easy to find in most bike shops
- Wide platform suits strap-and-flat-shoe riding well
- Molded pins offer less bite than metal pins on dedicated flat-pedal mountain bike pedals
Wellgo Track Pedal with Toe Clips & Straps
A lightweight, budget track pedal that ships with its own clips and straps, and works as a base platform for swapping in Hold Fast straps instead.
- Lightweight alloy platform
- Ships with clips and straps included
- 9/16-inch spindle, standard fixed-gear fitment
- Inexpensive entry point into strap-based pedaling
- Easy to slip in and out of, per rider reports
- Included stock straps are lower quality than aftermarket Hold Fast straps
MKS GR-9 Track Pedals
A single-sided track pedal from MKS traditionally paired with toe clips and double straps, a common alternative for riders who prefer a slimmer race-style pedal.
- Single-sided track pedal design
- Aluminum body
- 9/16-inch spindle
- Slimmer, lighter profile than a dual-sided cage pedal
- Well-regarded MKS build quality
- Single-sided design means you have to flip the pedal to clip in, unlike dual-sided platforms
Buying tips
- Hold Fast straps are built for BMX-style platform pedals, not traditional toe-clip-and-strap pedals like an MKS GR-9 — check which style your pedal is before ordering straps.
- A wider platform (Fyxation Mesa MP, Odyssey Twisted PC) gives a strap more surface to anchor against than a narrow cage pedal.
- If you already own a pedal with the right platform shape, you likely just need the strap, not a new pedal — Hold Fast straps are sold separately and fit most platform pedals.
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