What Are BMX Pegs For?

BMX bike pegs, also known as BMX stunt pegs, are crucial for any freestyle rider aiming to experiment with new tricks. These pegs attach to your wheel axles, allowing you to have up to four on your bike. Pegs are utilized for various common tricks such as rail and ledge grinds, as well as flatland stunts, making them more associated with freestyle BMX rather than racing or dirt jumping. When purchasing pegs, you can choose from different materials, axle sizes, lengths, and diameters.

While most BMX pegs are designed to fit the standard 10 mm front wheel axle and the 14 mm rear wheel axle, it is always essential to check compatibility before purchasing.

Are Metal or Plastic Pegs Better?

Both metal and plastic pegs have their advantages, depending largely on how you plan to use them. Metal pegs are typically made from steel or aluminum. Steel pegs are highly durable and can endure a lot of wear and tear, making them perfect for street BMX. Aluminum pegs provide a great balance between strength and lightweight design.

On the other hand, plastic BMX pegs are more commonly preferred by park riders due to their smooth sliding on metal surfaces. Often, when discussing plastic pegs, we are referring to peg sleeves, though some full plastic models are available. These are lightweight, affordable, and easy to replace, although they are not as durable as metal bike pegs.

How to Fit and Remove BMX Pegs

Installing and removing pegs is a relatively simple process. You will need a socket wrench, deep-well socket, and an Allen key. First, remove the washer and axle nut from the axle. Then, place your peg onto the wheel axle and thread your axle nut through the peg. Use a socket wrench to tighten both the peg and axle nut. To remove the pegs, reverse the process and turn the socket wrench counterclockwise.

It is also advisable to rotate your pegs periodically to extend their lifespan.

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