Crankbrothers Releases New Stamp 1 Composite Flat Pedal

Sep 12, 2023
by Mike Kazimer  
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Crankbrothers' previous Stamp 1 flat pedals were lacking in one key area – grip. The composite platform had a raised section around the axle that made them more slippery than grippy, a trait that made them less-than-ideal in rougher terrain. Luckily, there's now an updated version, with an extra pin on each side (bringing the total up to 10), and a revised shape that provides substantially more traction than before.

The new platform shape is still more flat than concave – there's just a 1mm different between the outer edges and the axle – but the tall pins around the perimeter make it feel like the difference is much greater, allowing shoe soles to sink into the pedal for a secure, locked-in feel.
Stamp 1 V2 Details

• Platform size: 114 x 111 or 100 x 100
• Thickness at center: 13.5mm
• Composite platform
• Chromoly spindle, IGUS bushings
• 10 replaceable pins per side
• Weight: 348 grams (large) / 321 grams (small)
• 5-year warranty
• $59.99 USD
crankbrothers.com

There are two platform sizes available to accommodate different size feet – the Large size measures 114 x 111mm, and the Small size measures 100 x 100mm. The platform is 15.4mm thick at the outer edges, and 13.5mm at the center, with a slight bulge from the bearing at the inboard portion of the pedal.

The pedals spin on chromoly axles and Igus bushings, the same internals found in the aluminum-bodied Stamp 7 pedal. The Stamp 1 pedals are priced at $59.99 USD, and are available with a black, red, navy blue, purple, or orange platform.

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I have a handful of rides in on the new Stamps so far, and I can say without hesitation that these are much better than the previous generation. I wore a pair of Specialized 2FO Roost shoes when using them, and didn't have any complaints about the amount of grip. The big platform is easy to find after taking a foot off, and offers plenty of support for longer rides or bigger impacts. I'll be running these through the winter to see how they hold up, but so far things are off to a good start.



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90 Comments
  • 21 0
 Cool to see a pedal that is a bit larger than even my favorite pedal (T-Mac's or bust!). That said, I gather that the T-Mac generates its grip because of the 4 pins at the front/back, as well as 4 pins on the outside of the foot.

Hard to replicate that amount of grip without the same number of pins. The only thing I look for in my flat pedals is maximum grip (because pedal slips are brutal) and a large-enough platform.
  • 4 0
 I see people talk about 'too much grip' or tuning the grip on their platform pedals... I never understood that. I mostly clip in, but on my rigid I'm really like some scratch and dent WT Waveforms... definitely better than my old favorite Crampons that I used for years when I was more freeridey.
  • 9 21
flag wyorider (Sep 12, 2023 at 9:19) (Below Threshold)
 TMac and Deftrap are large, but also have just the right amount of concavity. These will be slippery turds.
  • 5 0
 I love my TMAC’s. The con cavity and grip are exactly what I like in a pedal, but with a size 9 foot I wish they made a smaller version. If my foot isn’t exactly centered, my Five.Ten shoes will miss the outer or inner set of pins. Something a 7-10mm or so narrower would be great.
  • 4 0
 Give the Dagga a try. All the grip of T-Macs with bottom loading pins so you can actually replace them.
  • 12 1
 @wyorider: idk what your smoking. I have NEVER once slipped on my stamp 7. And these are the plastic versions with the same set screws.

You blind hatred for crank brothers is seething through your skin bro.
  • 1 3
 @kroozctrl:

Classic crankbros. They strike a balance between being slightly different and being almost exactly the same.
  • 4 1
 @Glenngineer: A flat pedal can have too much grip in certain applications. It definitely makes it harder to move the foot or reposition it. If the grip is coming from longer pins, that adds a different dimension to the equation as well. I have different flats for different purposes. I might swap pedals on my BMX if I go from riding a bunch of plaza parks to riding big dirt jumps. Maybe it makes a difference for me because I am no pro, but I doubt I am the only one.
  • 2 0
 @Glenngineer: I, I, I……
  • 3 0
 Are these more environmentally friendly than aluminium pedals?
  • 1 0
 @Compositepro: it’s just as bad as aluminum. People seem to forget you have to melt and smelt down metals. If there’s an exo thermic reaction to create the material, then it’s already negative for the environment. You are literally expelling energy into the environment.
  • 1 0
 @wolftwenty1: thanks for the heads up! I’ll check out the Daggas!
  • 15 1
 Old stamp was so bad. Felt that axle pushing right up into the ball of my foot. No idea how that got past testing into production.
  • 4 1
 In general, with flats it makes a big difference to ride with your foot more forward than you might with clips, so the ball of your foot is in that hole in front of the axle. Much more stability, and easier on the calves too
  • 1 0
 Changed the 10mm inside pins for 12mm and the grip is…grippy.
  • 10 0
 I've never had problems with the shape and I'm running a pair on all my bikes since around 2019 (full sus, hardtail and even on my commuter).
I don't wear shoes with stiff af soles though only vans pro-s and a 510 freerider. These pedals often go for around €42 where I live, they are quite light and I even like the looks. And I swear this comment was totally not sponsored by Crankbrothers New Stamp 1 Composite Flat Pedals
  • 4 0
 have Stamp 2 and 2 sets of Stamp 1 on different bikes, rocking them for 3rd year now. No slips in the summer or snowy winter. Not sure what everyone is talking about
  • 14 6
 The old Stamps were so bad with the raise section over the axle, absolutely zero traction. Glad to see they improved it, but between my experience with the Stamps, and breaking three eggbeaters in a season, I'm done with Crankbrothers.
  • 9 0
 I think eggbeaters are the exception. I abuse their enduro clips and they still function perfectly, on 2 racing seasons now.
  • 1 2
 That was also my experience. I used them for two rides, then sent them back.
  • 6 0
 I have a pair of the old Stamp 1's. The raised center section is a definite problem, and glad they fixed that because they were more slippery. I use them on my trainer now, where its less of a problem.

I also have a pair of the Stamp 3's (Aluminum) and I've been happy with them for 4 years now with no complaints. They've got a lot more grip than the Stamp 1's, and have been reliable so far, without any real problems to speak of. They are needing a bearing replacement now, but I don't think thats to unreasonable after 4 years.
  • 4 1
 I have to thank the original Stamps for being so terrible I ended up buying some Oneup composites to replace them, couldn't be happier with the Oneups.
  • 1 1
 ....
  • 9 0
 So this is now literally the composite version of the Stamp 7. Good to see, cuz I love my 7's but love the price of the new 1's even more.
  • 7 0
 Yup, if my 7s ever die I'm glad there's an affordable replacement option. Best big foot pedals out there!
  • 14 4
 but are they as good as Deity?
  • 18 1
 Doubtful with that nub. The Deftraps are the best composite pedal out there IMO.
  • 1 0
 @mkul7r4: Filed mine down to a 2mm concave and they are even better. I prefer them to T-Macs now.
  • 7 5
 Nope. Deftraps have a better shape, stronger (but a little heavier) composite construction.
  • 5 3
 @wyorider: Anyone like the Kona Wah Wah? Been running them for a few years and really like them. I also have a pair of Deftraps, which are great as well. The Wah Wah's are a little thinner.
  • 3 1
 103mm wide? What are these, pedals for ants?
  • 2 1
 @Endurahbrah: Wah Wah is also a really good pedal. Bontrager Line Elites are pretty good too.
  • 1 0
 @Endurahbrah: Kona Wah Wah lack grip and are more prone to pedal strikes.

Deftraps / OneUp > Wah Wah
  • 10 2
 Nice! Concave with grub screws.
  • 11 2
 Idk why people usually look at grub screws as a negative. Much easier to grab a pin with vise grips and thread it out the top than to have to cut a bent pin to be able to thread it out the back
  • 6 0
 @nfontanella: agreed! I find grub screws both give superior grip to thinner pins, are less liable to bend, and are way easier to extract without damaging the pedal body.

I've had lots of trouble with rear entry pins.... if they bend a bunch you have to find a way to snip off the bent part or bend them back and then try not to round out the other side that holds the nut in place while you extract them.

Grub screws for life!
  • 2 5
 @nfontanella: I much prefer the screws that go in from the other end like on one up composite pedals. Grub screws just never worked for my rock smashing lack of timing and they just never lasted as long as the other type. I will not run a pedal with grub screws if I can avoid it, and I can because there are so many options these days.
  • 2 0
 @nfontanella: I've had a hell of a time getting some of them out on Stamp 7's before, especially when I've really ground one down. I usually end up having to cut a slot across the top of the screw so I can use a flat bladed screwdriver to turn it out.

On the bright side, the holes don't strip or ovalize easily because they're a relatively large diameter and the screws thread in pretty deep (in aluminum, at least). Some companies thread in pins from the other side, but then the threaded diameter is small and they only have them going through ~2mm of aluminum, so after smashing the pins into a couple rocks the threads either strip out or the holes ovalize enough that the pins just fall out.
  • 1 1
 @nfontanella: I cannot agree, I have 2 grub screws on nukeproofs and they were impossible to replace, It's ok when they are long, but if you have short ones and the hole is long then you will simply crush them in a vice and will never ever get them out.
  • 1 3
 @nfontanella: Just hit it with a hammer until it's straight, then back it out. No need to cut the screw.
  • 1 0
 @nickfranko: It depends on the pin. If it's fully threaded, you'll just damage the threads in the pedal body when backing it out. Even if the pin doesn't bend, you'll typically deform the end of it, at which point it should be cut off or filed down before you back it out. The one exception is if you have composite pedals with nuts, at which point it's not really a concern.
  • 5 3
 Yep. A waaaay lousier alternative to Deftraps.
  • 3 5
 @nfontanella: pin hits granite-bends and party shears.

Grub screw will be difficult to pull, pedal might get damaged.

Rear entry screw, you just snip it with a set of cutters, thread out what’s left. Worse case, you drill out the screw. Since the nut isn’t attached, easy to replace.
  • 2 0
 @ridedigrepeat: yep! Grub screws feel better and cause less wear on shoe soles. I bought a tap set in order to convert pedals with bottom-thru screws to grubs. But really a drill works fine too, for mg and plastic bodies especially
  • 2 0
 @nfontanella:

Grubs
Pros: gripper (maybe), can be extracted with some locking needle nose pliers if enough of the grub screw remains to grab ahold of.
Cons: May require that you drill out the grub screw if not enough of it remains to extract with locking pliers, Threadsdirectly into the pedal body and if the impact damages that interface, that screw is toast unless you can rechase/retap it.


Rear loading bolt screws
Pros: if the screw thread into nuts (like in most composite pedals) the entire interface can be replaced if damaged beyond repair.
Cons: usually requires cutting off the pin head to extract if threads are damaged. If you have a dremel tool w a thin cutting wheel like I do, it takes less than 2 mins.

So for me, I like composite pedals w rear loading bolts into nuts. Easiest combo for me to replace and the least likely combo where a pin become unusable bc the threads in the pedal body are damaged beyond repair.
  • 6 0
 "... are available with a black, blue, red, navy blue, or orange platform." Pictured is a purple pedal.

Why would I buy these instead of 1up?
  • 8 0
 1-up for me standard of the MTB pedals and other components, cheap, reliable, supporting cool brand
  • 6 1
 IMO, the pin layout in this pedal is superior. This platform is also bigger for those with big feet. But, just buy whichever feels better.
  • 6 1
 The original version of this pedal was HOT GARBAGE. It actually felt dangerous to ride. Glad to see that they have made something that looks ridable.
  • 3 0
 I have to say, the Stamp 1 composite pedals are really good! I thought I had to warranty them because I kept hearing clicking noises why I was pedaling - even after overhauling them. One day, I decided to check if it was the pedal or my bottom bracket only to find out it was my damn left bottom bracket that was the issue! After replacing the bottom bracket, that clicking noise no longer exists. I've had the Stamp 1 pedals for 5 years, ridden them hard at times and they're still working just fine! A really great investment where it only cost $50CAD!!! Pedal strikes on the shin don't even hurt in addition to my wallet! The pins grip the platform shoes well but probably not as well as the OneUp and Raceface Chester pedals. All 3 composite brand pedals are good! And yes, I have all 3 of these composite pedals. The Stamp1 is the lightest of them all.
  • 7 1
 BEST platic Pedal EVER !!!!! feels super good !!
  • 1 0
 I have a soft spot for the Stamp 1. They were my first purposely bought flat pedal, and they were a revolution compared to the crappy OEMs on my bike when delivered. But after I tried the Deity Deftraps that we subsequently put on my partner's bike, I had immediate pedal envy. Have not looked back since putting them on my bike, too. At least, until I started recently toying with cleats...
  • 1 0
 I’d say they were also lacking on structural integrity. I blew the axle right out of a stamp 1 pedal shell on a drop a while back and now, unfortunately, don’t trust composite over metal. Scary stuff.
  • 1 0
 Tried the previous version just to switch things up from my Deftraps and after 3 rides went back to the Deftraps. Not sure what it was about the design but the grip is considerably better on the Deftraps.
  • 2 0
 Price is right, I will give em a shot if they are on the shelf at my local bike shop when I need new pedals.
  • 7 4
 Deftraps cost the same-and they’re way, way better.
  • 8 4
 Deity is STILL the king!
  • 7 3
 Deftraps!!!
  • 3 1
 Deity is still the deity?
  • 1 0
 The size of the width of the pedal doesn’t mean much unless we have a Q-factor for comparison. Plenty of large pedals that are small once you’re on the bike.
  • 3 0
 It was about the time, V1 is kinda dirts only thing due to that
  • 4 2
 It’s hard to one up the pedal market.
  • 1 0
 Been really digging the Tatze Link composite pedals. Best ive found out there but pricey.
  • 1 0
 These look great! And I literally just ordered a new pair of 7’s yesterday…
  • 2 0
 Seriously it’s just a plastic pedal.give your head a shake
  • 1 0
 ANY platform pedal, that uses pins that screw in from the top, is crap. TMac included.
  • 1 1
 Bike Components' BC Basic composite pedals for 22 euros. Grippy, light and bombproof. What else?!
  • 1 0
 They're a little small in comparison to the larger version of these Stamps.
  • 1 0
 @nickfranko: they are perfect for my "normal" feet and shoes... and for my wallet.
  • 7 9
 Flat shape, fussy pins, same price as Deftraps.

Another inferior CB product-yay

Maybe they’ll fix it in 20 years like Eggbeater bearings. Or go through 3-4 iterations before they work-like their droppers.
  • 11 3
 you just sound like a hater honestly. All up and down this article spewing your negative opinion about how 'inferior' the product is, when in all likelihood you haven't even tried this product or any other recent product of theirs.. Bet you're one of those riders who had one of their products 15 years ago and it failed on you and now you're salty and hate on the brand every chance you get.
  • 4 8
flag howejohn (Sep 12, 2023 at 10:01) (Below Threshold)
 @osephj: sorry someone said something bad about your pedals man. Hope your day gets better.... (the older stamps were bad)
  • 9 2
 @howejohn: honestly, I don't even ride flats, and I ain't saying that the older stamp 1s aren't bad. I've heard the stories haha. But I'm sure CB knows that too. At least the brand is trying to improve a product they know has a bad rep.

Just don't understand all the hate when clearly this guy has never ridden them. Hell, they were released a few hours ago and the man already claims they're inferior. Sounds like a salt miner to me
  • 1 6
flag wyorider (Sep 12, 2023 at 19:13) (Below Threshold)
 @osephj: I've tried a bunch of flat flat pedals. It's a bad design. Some concavity is key to optimizing grip.

Grub screws always suck.

So..,,,,CB made a pedal with a worse shape and pin design. And they sure do have a loooong track record of bad parts they don't fix for years at a time. Their wheels are fine, their current dropper is fine, their gravity pedals let you move your foot around more like a flat pedal, so DH racers like 'em. So, hate? No. But it does annoy that a company built on a lousy tire lever and flimsy pedals has thrived.
  • 1 6
flag wyorider (Sep 12, 2023 at 19:14) (Below Threshold)
 @osephj: Flat flats are worse. Grub screws are worse. I don't need to ride another flat flat to know that. And I don't need to go to heroic measures to extract another mangled grub screw to know that's a crap design too.
  • 4 0
 @wyorider: I would have agreed with you at one point about concavity, but I tried mildly concave pedals and liked them better because they're way more comfortable for me. I find only the slightest bit less grip, still never slip a pedal, and the tiny bit of extra care paid to my feet is worth it to me because I can ride park all day with no foot discomfort. These kinds of preferences are the reason why not all pedals are identical.
  • 4 0
 @wyorider: The golden question is though, have you actually tried these Stamps?
  • 2 1
 100% all the Deity fanpersons haven’t tried Chromag Daggas.
  • 1 0
 My issue wasn't with traction, my issue is with durability.
  • 1 0
 Sweet
  • 2 2
 I refuse to buy any pedal with a nub at the axle.
  • 3 3
 IGUS bushings are a good idea on paper....not so much so IRL.
  • 2 2
 It looks like you can’t service them anymore which is pretty whack lol
  • 1 0
 You can definitely service them - same bearings as Stamp 7. These just don't have a grease port.
  • 1 0
 @ms-dos: How do you remove the outboard bushing from the pedal body?
  • 1 0
 @ms-dos: enlighten me lmao.
  • 1 3
 Seems like crank bros can make good shoes, wheels, droppers, tools…but can’t get the pedal thing just right.
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