As a BMX rider, you know the importance of gear that allows you to perform at your best. One crucial component that often gets overlooked is the peg. Pegs are an extension of your bike and a key component when it comes to grinds, stalls. Plus, many indoor skate parks favour the use of plastic pegs over traditional metal ones for the sake of their ramps, rails and ledges. These plastic pegs are far from being inferior. In fact, they bring a whole new approach to BMX riding.
Why Plastic Pegs?
Indoor skate parks typically prefer plastic pegs because they cause less wear and tear on the ramps and obstacles compared to steel or aluminium pegs. The plastic material helps preserve the park's surfaces, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the park's features for longer. As a rider, it means you're able to get into more parks, so long as you're using the right equipment.
But don’t think that plastic pegs are just about being park-friendly. They can completely change how you approach your street riding too. Plastic pegs tend to slide more smoothly on steel, wood and even concrete, giving you a different feel and flow compared to the grippier metal pegs. This unique feel can give you an edge when it comes to executing grinds and stalls, as they allow for a more fluid experience.
The Strength of Chromoly Inserts
Even though plastic pegs are lightweight and smoother for park use, they don’t skimp on durability. Many of the top plastic pegs feature a chromoly insert at the core. Chromoly steel is known for its strength and resilience, so having it inside your peg ensures that they can take a beating without cracking or breaking. Chromoly is a perfect complement to the plastic sleeve, giving the peg the toughness needed to handle the impact from jumps and grinds without sacrificing the slick sliding capabilities of plastic.
This combination of plastic and chromoly gives you the best of both worlds: the lightweight, smooth feel of plastic with the durability and longevity of steel. So, if you're serious about your BMX, you won’t have to worry about your pegs giving out mid-session.
Replacing Peg Sleeves
One of the most appealing features of plastic pegs is that many of them allow replacement of its sleeve. The ability to swap out worn-out plastic sleeves means your pegs can feel like new again without having to replace the entire setup. This is not only a cost-effective solution for riders, but it also makes maintaining your BMX gear much easier. After all, the sleeves are the part that wears out first, so when they get scratched up or lose their smoothness, a simple swap restores their functionality.
2nd Pleg 50% Discount
If you're looking for a top-quality plastic peg to help you ride better and make sure you're compliant with the rules of certain indoor parks, Soulcyle offers the following options available at a discount price:
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Fiend Belmont Pegs: The Fiend Belmont PC Peg features a durable 4mm thick nylon sleeve and is built with either a 7075 aluminium core or chromoly core. Its 4mm thick sleeve increases its durability, and the included adaptor for 3/8 inch axles makes installation smooth and silky.
- Cult Butter Pegs: Known for their sleek design and ultra-smooth grind capabilities, Cult Butter pegs are built for the rider who wants to glide effortlessly on any rail or ledge. The combination of plastic and chromoly makes these pegs incredibly strong, yet still lightweight. This sale covers the Cult Butter pegs both in 4.0 inch (chromoly core) and 4.33 inch (aluminium core) long.
- Kink Drift Pegs: If you're after a featherweight peg, the Kink Drift pegs are a top-notch option. They come with a 7075-T6 aluminium inner core and run a nylon composite sleeve. Its adaptor for 3/8 inch axles makes smooth installation a sure thing!
In short, plastic pegs offer a durable yet sturdy alternative for classic steel pegs and are allowed by many indoor skater parks. So don't mis out on this limited-time deal and GET YOUR SECOND PLEG WITH 50% DISCOUNT!