Shimano PD-T8000 (or eh500?) FULL REVIEW!

In This video I’m going to tell you everything about the Shimano PD-T8000 and how they compare to the PD-EH500.
In my opinion the T8000 are great for bike touring and generally long distances. Since they have a bigger area on the flat side than the EH500 and also because of their replaceable reflectors on both sides of each pedal.

Price:
PD-T8000 115€ (cheaper deals on the internet)

Included in the package:
the pedals (with 5mm pins)
some information and instructions for the assembly,
spare parts for the SPD-system
16 other pins (7mmm)

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:28 Specifications
00:55 Why hybrid pedals?
01:35 Package
01:56 Attaching them
02:10 T8000 or eh500?
03:32 Which ones do I recommend?
04:38 Outro

[rob_cd]

Having a visual comparison of both pedals is incredibly helpful. Thank you very much.

[mohongzhi]

I've been using T8000 for around 2 years, and I think I at least log 10000km on it. It's just too great, the flat side is so comfortable. I mostly like to ride road clipless if possible, then I will try to use mountain bike SPD and shoes for most of my longer commuter. But after I have T8000, I've been just riding flat side more and more even for 100km+ touring. And now T8000 for me is mine flat padel choice, it's just too comfortable and also grippy in raining, I do almost never use SPD side for commute anymore. I've also tested lots of flat padels and flat side of T8000 could be one of the best commute flat padel.

[bartomiejczado]

Great comparison - exactly what I needed. Thanks!

[xelseartheonlyone]

Very nice video. Thank you. I had similar pedals to the EH-500 and i sold them cause the small size made my feet uncomfortable. I wear 45 eur shoes. I really wanna give hybrid pedals a chance again the T8000 look like a great option for both sides, either normal shoes or clipless.

[stevehunt]

Very informative review. I've been riding spds for years and recently got a hybrid e-bike that comes with very slippery flat pedals. I just find riding without cleats so difficult - foot isn't in the right place, can't pull the pedal up to the right position to move off, etc. On the other hand there is no doubt it's convenient to be able to jump on the bike with normal shoes sometimes. I'm going to give these a try, and your video certainly helped to make a decision between the 8000 and 500.

[qiuranwang]

I have been using flat pedals since I started biking (which was a year ago), and at the same time refusing clipless systems for commuting safety concerns (horrible bike lane traffic). Just got myself a pair of T8000 for the coming 2024 Desafío China by La Vuelta. It is much much much more grippy than my previous flat pedal. I am still getting adapted to it and hopefully i can race better than last year LOL.

[DRG_RG]

Thank you for this excellent video. I was looking for compare dimensions and it was imposible job, but with your video now is crear for me. Thank you very much from Spain. Good luck

[knizama]

Tq for making the comparison video. Great explaination. Maybe you can add/show some simple table to compare the size WxLxH and weight for both. Easy to have like to like compare. Greeting from 🇲🇾(maker country of the pedal)

[mymemeplex]

thanks, was wondering what the diffs were, very helpful

[sam-wwwk]

First used spd's in a norba race in 93 when my flats broke before the start and they were the only pedals available. Fun way to learn. They do sell click in flats for spd's incase anyone just wants to got that route.

[pmb]

Thanks! Currently have to decide between those two. I think I’ll let the price dictate which one I’m going ;)

[gsabella]

Torn between the 2, but leaning towards the T8000 for my gravel bike.

[jakub]

I consider buying T800. What is your opinion of after few months?

[blauwegolf]

It looks that the pedals were mounted with mounting paste and not as mentioned grease

[francescoperani]

Hi! The pedals look great and the review outcome's positive... anyway I've seen many pics of eh500 pedals being very rusty in 2nd hand marketplaces... did you experience the same? Thanks anyone is spending a few seconds to reply 🙂

[OutTheMud]

Just bought a pair for $45 on Facebook marketplace!

[Jerry-tcwp]

I just bought a pair of PD T8000, but it weights 426g in total. what has changed inside ? 🤣