Nnbveh Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Hi! My MCM5(v2, used) came with the pads installed, maybe they all do, but anyways, i don't feel like they're contributing to the riding experience that much, except of the sores in places they touch my legs...anyone riding their mcm5 without those pads? would i regret it if i'll take them off? Just curious about other people experiences... Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneLeg Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 My V1 also came with pads, high up etc, just ripped them off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asphalt Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I don't use the pads while riding, but I find them useful when doing a one-legged push start. The curvature of the shell away from your leg gives very little contact area to control the wheel with one leg - it forces an awkward inward angle of your knee. This combined with the smoothness of the shell material, makes single-leg mounting difficult without pads. If you've ever ridden a V8f, the shell actually protrudes at the top, which can be uncomfortable at first, but provides very good single-leg control. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Paul Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 You don’t need em for a wheel that small; good footwork and body position can extract 100% of what that wheel has to give. I’d recommend standing on the wheel after you take the pads off, and see where the biggest gap is above your ankle and the wheel. Put the pads there and see how that feels instead. dunno why people think high pad placement is good. Just fill the gaps! It boosted my confidence riding; more surface area connected to the wheel is more leverage when you need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paradox Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 If you are a new rider it is normal for the wheel to make your legs sore. With or without the pads a new rider will have sore spots until you get used to the wheel. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetroThruster Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I guess I'm bow legged, I only feel my pads on my M5V2 when I mount and turn by leaning the wheel, it climbs and stops pretty darn well so I rarely ever squeeze them with any force. I think Paradox is right when he says that it might just be a matter of getting used to them, if they continue to bother you, take them off and give it a try. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..... Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) I find the mten doesnt really need pads but mounting. RIding these little wheels loosely is the way to go. Pads help when jumping a little, but for merely riding, you really shouldnt need the leverage. Ride loose and let it track the road a little. Holding tight on a tiny wheel only wears you out, makes you nervous and causes over-correction. I ride loose enough that I can lean the wheel left when turning right. Its a handy skill with low pedal wheels on uneven ground. Edited May 27, 2021 by ShanesPlanet 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMA Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 little wheel do not need any pads i have an mcm5 too, it's crazy fun out of the box 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nnbveh Posted May 28, 2021 Author Share Posted May 28, 2021 Okey, after riding for a bit longer i think there's one thing the pads help with, and it's the wobbles. I guess i'm not very experienced yet, have to try adjusting my feet position and such, but i've got some scary wobble when going fast(yeah, i know, those of you who have fast wheels are laughing). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..... Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 (edited) @Nnbveh Try unloading your feet with a little hop motion. Don't come off the pedals, but unload your feet and move one in a shuffle. I do this mostly on my little wheel, as leaning into the pad is just a pita and knee. Pads can help with riding one foot or to unload a foot for moving. But for wobbles, you have to FIGHT the urge to grab the wheel with your legs. Focus on minor balance shift to one side and even out your foot pressure. Carve the wobbles gone but its ALL very slight. Again, resist the urge to grab when it wobbles. Try to relax and evaluate what is hapening, but don't overcompensate. I still wobble sometimes at speed. It just happens but typically its OUR fault it gets out of hand. I wobble like hell during e-stops on my 18. Its because I try to grab the wheel instead of use my heels(no pads). I stop like mad on the sherm. It has pads and again, I don't grab the wheel. Sounds backwards but thats why it somewhat tough to learn. Edited May 28, 2021 by ShanesPlanet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arek Gryglicki Posted August 8, 2021 Share Posted August 8, 2021 (edited) On 5/28/2021 at 8:48 AM, EMA said: little wheel do not need any pads i have an mcm5 too, it's crazy fun out of the box Can't agree. Even with small, torquey wheels pads have lots of benefits: 1. You can jump - even more FUN! 2. Your legs and feet stay in position in case of sudden bumps/road imperfection - more SAFETY! 3. You can squeeze max. torque from the wheel for acceleration/emergency braking/inclines Edited August 8, 2021 by Arek Gryglicki video link 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudenas Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 I have almost the same situation and same doubts. One thing I can tell for now - stock pads are useful at least for softly leaning the wheel against the wall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMA Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 it's always a user preference, but on little wheels what matters is skill, not pads 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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