They are strikingly similar to the bomb-proof and popular (to me, at least) Shimano Deore XT pedals. Why? That’s a good question, but really—why not? Shimano has the means to produce them.

We did, however, get time on Shimano's new Deore XT PD-M785 Trail pedals, with similarly oversized aluminum platforms to XTR. No surprises here, either: cleat engagement and release are positive ...

Shimano's Deore XT and SLX groupsets have been completely overhauled with new drivetrain components, brakes, pedals and wheels, with availability for the new components expected mid-June of this year.