How Catalyst Pedals Help You Corner Like a Pro

Let’s talk about one of the funnest parts of riding—cornering—and how the Catalyst Pedal can completely transform your experience in the turns.

Most riders think better cornering comes down to body position or tire choice. And while those are important, your foot position and pedal support play a massive role—and this is where the Catalyst Pedal shines.

 

Lower Center of Gravity = More Stability

The Catalyst Pedal’s mid-foot design positions the axle under the center of your arch instead of the ball of your foot. This change does something huge: it lowers your center of gravity.

This lower stance keeps you stable and powerful. With traditional pedals—especially clipless—your weight sits higher and back, which throws off your balance and makes you feel twitchy or top-heavy in the corners.

With the Catalyst, you’re anchored from a lower, more centered position. This means:

• You’re less likely to get bucked around in rough turns

• You can corner harder and faster without feeling like the bike is getting away from you

• You feel planted and in control

 

Corkscrew Your Feet for Real Cornering Power

Here’s another game-changer: full foot support gives you rotational control.

When you stand on a Catalyst Pedal, your entire foot is connected—heel to toe. This allows you to “corkscrew” your feet into the pedals as you corner, just like a skier driving through their edges. That subtle torque helps rotate your hips and pull the bike through the turn with more fluidity and control.

Compare that to traditional flats or clipless pedals:

• On regular flats, your foot can twist or roll, making you feel unstable mid-turn.

• On clipless, trying to twist your foot risks an unwanted release—which is dangerous and kills confidence.

Riders often end up learning to corner with “dead feet” because they’re afraid to move or engage their lower body. But with Catalyst Pedals, you can actively use your feet and legs to steer the bike through the turn—how it’s meant to be done.

Easier to Stand = Better Corner Setup

Let’s face it—cornering is better when you’re standing. It gives you more room to move, lets you lean the bike under you, and keeps your weight balanced over the bottom bracket.

The Catalyst’s longer platform and full foot support make it easier and more stable to stand up—before, during, and after a turn. You’re not teetering on your toes or locked into a single spot. You’re standing solid, like you're pressing into the ground.

The result? You start setting up earlier, leaning in smoother, and exiting faster.

 

Say Goodbye to “Clipless Anxiety”

If you’ve ever had that flash of panic mid-turn—“What if I can’t unclip in time?”—you already know how mentally limiting that is. It makes you ride defensively instead of confidently.

Catalyst Pedals give you the freedom of flats with the power of clips—without any fear of being stuck. Your feet stay put when you need them to, and you can bail when you have to. That confidence? It lets you push the limits safely and actually enjoy railing corners again.

 

Thousands of Riders Are Feeling It

Riders consistently talk about how much more balanced and confident they feel in corners after switching:

"Cornering got a LOT smoother. I can now really lean the bike and feel in control from entry to exit." – Jeff M.

"I feel like I’m skiing turns on the trail—so much more connected!" – Korina G.

If you’ve ever struggled with staying stable in corners, getting your weight right, or feeling confident through turns, this isn’t just a pedal—it’s a complete upgrade to how you ride.

Ready to corner like your bike was on rails?

Ride Strong,

James Wilson
Pedaling Innovations

P.S. If you haven’t tried them yet, remember there’s a 60-day money-back guarantee. Ride them. Corner hard on them. If you’re not blown away, send them back—no questions asked.