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Shimano · SPD pedal
An easy-entry dual-sided SPD pedal for commuting, touring and everyday rides.
$99.99
PriceIn stock, ready to ship
If you want to move into clip-in pedals without the harsher feel of a race-focused setup, the PD-ED500 is one of the friendlier options. You get dual-sided SPD entry, light-action release, and a small support platform that suits commuting, touring and steady road or gravel use with walkable SPD shoes.
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Price
$99.99
Pedal type
Dual-sided SPD
Action
Light action
Weight
442 g
The Shimano PD-ED500 is a road-and-commute friendly dual-sided SPD pedal built for riders who want the security of clipping in without giving up easy starts, easy stops and walkable shoes. The light-action mechanism reduces the force needed to clip in and release, and Shimano includes SM-SH56 multi-release cleats to make disengagement feel more forgiving in traffic, at lights and through stop-start riding.
What makes this pedal stand out from a basic MTB-style SPD is the mini-platform shape around the binding. That extra support helps the pedal feel a bit more planted under SPD shoes, which is handy for longer commutes, touring days and mixed road-and-gravel rides. It is still very much an SPD pedal rather than a true flat-pedal hybrid, so it makes the most sense if you’ll be riding in SPD-compatible shoes most of the time.
For buyers comparing options, this sits neatly between a minimal off-road SPD and a more road-specific single-sided pedal. You keep the confidence of double-sided entry, which many riders prefer for urban riding and frequent restarts, while getting a more road-friendly shape than a bare-bones trail pedal. If your priority is simple engagement, low-fuss durability and everyday usability rather than outright weight savings, this is a very sensible choice.
Ideal for commuters, tourers and newer clip-in riders who want walkable SPD shoes, easy engagement and a calmer feel at low speed.

Dual-sided SPD entry
You can clip in from either side, which makes take-offs easier at lights, intersections and other stop-start situations.
Light-action mechanism
Entry and release take less force, so the pedal feels less intimidating if you’re new to clip-in riding or ride in traffic often.
SM-SH56 cleats included
The supplied multi-release cleats allow a more forgiving exit feel than a single-release setup, which suits everyday riding.
Mini-platform body
The surrounding pedal body adds shoe support compared with a very compact SPD pedal, helping comfort on longer rides.
SPD shoe compatibility
Works with Shimano SPD-style two-bolt shoes, giving you a recessed cleat that is easier to walk on than road three-bolt systems.
Adjustable release tension
You can tune the spring tension to suit your confidence level, from an easier beginner-friendly feel to a firmer hold.
Sealed bearing cartridge axle
The axle design is built to keep out water and grime for smoother running and lower day-to-day maintenance.
Reflector option available
It accepts SM-PD60 reflectors if you want extra visibility for commuting and public-road riding.
Shimano PD-ED 500
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Every detail as listed by the manufacturer.
Shimano is a Japanese component brand founded in 1921 in Sakai, Osaka. The company began with bicycle component manufacturing and has grown into a global business focused on bicycle components, fishing tackle and rowing equipment, while keeping its headquarters in Sakai. In cycling, Shimano is best known for building complete component ecosystems that span road, mountain, gravel, commuting and e-bike use. Its range covers drivetrains, brakes, wheels, pedals, shoes and related parts, and the brand has had a long presence in Australia through a local business established in Sydney in 1992.
Shimano · SPD pedal
An easy-entry dual-sided SPD pedal for commuting, touring and everyday rides.
$99.99
In stockPedal type
Dual-sided SPD
Action
Light action
Weight
442 g
Cleats included
SM-SH56
If you want to move into clip-in pedals without the harsher feel of a race-focused setup, the PD-ED500 is one of the friendlier options. You get dual-sided SPD entry, light-action release, and a small support platform that suits commuting, touring and steady road or gravel use with walkable SPD shoes.
The Shimano PD-ED500 is a road-and-commute friendly dual-sided SPD pedal built for riders who want the security of clipping in without giving up easy starts, easy stops and walkable shoes. The light-action mechanism reduces the force needed to clip in and release, and Shimano includes SM-SH56 multi-release cleats to make disengagement feel more forgiving in traffic, at lights and through stop-start riding.
What makes this pedal stand out from a basic MTB-style SPD is the mini-platform shape around the binding. That extra support helps the pedal feel a bit more planted under SPD shoes, which is handy for longer commutes, touring days and mixed road-and-gravel rides. It is still very much an SPD pedal rather than a true flat-pedal hybrid, so it makes the most sense if you’ll be riding in SPD-compatible shoes most of the time.
For buyers comparing options, this sits neatly between a minimal off-road SPD and a more road-specific single-sided pedal. You keep the confidence of double-sided entry, which many riders prefer for urban riding and frequent restarts, while getting a more road-friendly shape than a bare-bones trail pedal. If your priority is simple engagement, low-fuss durability and everyday usability rather than outright weight savings, this is a very sensible choice.
Ideal for commuters, tourers and newer clip-in riders who want walkable SPD shoes, easy engagement and a calmer feel at low speed.
Dual-sided SPD entry
You can clip in from either side, which makes take-offs easier at lights, intersections and other stop-start situations.
Light-action mechanism
Entry and release take less force, so the pedal feels less intimidating if you’re new to clip-in riding or ride in traffic often.
SM-SH56 cleats included
The supplied multi-release cleats allow a more forgiving exit feel than a single-release setup, which suits everyday riding.
Mini-platform body
The surrounding pedal body adds shoe support compared with a very compact SPD pedal, helping comfort on longer rides.
SPD shoe compatibility
Works with Shimano SPD-style two-bolt shoes, giving you a recessed cleat that is easier to walk on than road three-bolt systems.
Adjustable release tension
You can tune the spring tension to suit your confidence level, from an easier beginner-friendly feel to a firmer hold.
Sealed bearing cartridge axle
The axle design is built to keep out water and grime for smoother running and lower day-to-day maintenance.
Reflector option available
It accepts SM-PD60 reflectors if you want extra visibility for commuting and public-road riding.
Shimano PD-ED 500
Cyclist View