Ridden with Caged pedals (VP's) Ever since I started riding. Never had any problems with how long they lasted or grip except for when I very first started riding and they got bashed around loads. Only ever had 2 pairs of platform pedals on my trials bike, Shin digs, which lasted literally 1 gap, I slid down to pedal and the one that hit the wall just snapped clean in half. and Onza Hognesiums, they were quite good but the pins snapped out really easily. I ride with Hoffman Solemate pedals on my BMX which are really comfy and grippy! They come in a few different colours as well which is pretty cool. Had them for ages now and only snapped 1 pin out. Oh yeah, I wear UK size 12 shoes.