This is what I ended up going with. Just dropped around 600 on a new bike, couldn't rationalize another couple hundred on the clipless and the shoes. I can upgrade later if life calls for it. I went after these for the price, solid reviews, and has the pegs.
Basic pedals on Amazon. I got these. FOOKER MTB Pedals Mountain Bike Pedals 3 Bearing Non-Slip Lightweight Nylon Fiber Bicycle Platform Pedals for BMX MTB 9/16" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_OAH7FbNT263PX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I like them. All universal. Mostly
Cheap amazon specials see below. I have a set of white SPDs for cross.
FOOKER MTB Bike Pedal Nylon 3 Bearing Composite 9/30 Mountain Bike Pedals High-Strength Non-Slip Bicycle Pedals Surface for Road BMX MTB Fixie Bikesflat Bike https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FaLODbZXHS449
Get a set of these Fooker pedals off Amazon.
They come in tons of colors and are basically identical to Raceface Chesters but cost less than half. I have a set of both and cannot tell a difference.
I would recommend some Fooker pedals from amazon. https://www.amazon.com/FOOKER-Composite-Mountain-High-Strength-Bikesflat/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=fooker+chester+pedals&qid=1573603749&sr=8-3****
I am pretty sure they are made from the same factory as Race Face chesters as i have both and can't tell any difference besides the logos. I have been using them for awhile now and they have held up great and they are only 20 bucks.
I did a search for 'Bare Feet Pedals' and this was the first thing to come up, lol. I just wanted to see if they existed (They do. But based on what that bike looks like I can't imagine he's using them..).
Nice! As a newer rider myself, some big advice, get some new pedals, it makes the bike feel much better for very cheap. I always had a problem with my feet slipping off of the factory ones.
I use these fooker pedals https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_-DK0CbP00MA22
They're very affordable and they're half the price of Raceface Chester's but they're the exact same mold.
Edit: unless of course you have no issue with the pedals you have. They just look like the factory ones and those are rarely comparable to aftermarket pedals.
Race face Chester knock offs. I have a few pairs and they work great. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_geu8DbG741HZW
I’ve had a set on one of my bikes for over three years now they are absolutely fantastic for the money. Absolutely comparable to race face Chester pedals that cost twice as much https://youtu.be/jyFl0UBi4jo
FOOKER MTB Pedals Mountain Bike... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Totally understandable! Here is the link to the pedals if you ever decide to upgrade them.
Also, since you mentioned being RVers with no car, here is a link to a cart that can be attached to your Ebike and pull up to 150 lbs worth of stuff! My SO and I are planning on picking up an RV soon and doing the same thing with Ebikes, so we plan on buying this same cart to help us with bigger grocery runs.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BY7HTX8/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=A1C7AB121Q9VA&psc=1
Hope the people over at RPB makes it right for you.
Get these from Amazon. Cheap and do a brilliant job of sticking to your feet.
These are some budget friendly pedals that are are pretty nice.
FOOKER MTB Pedals https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_0K9BC71TY7CRWW52QWT9
I’ll start - I picked up a pair of the fooker pedals and they are much better than the stock ones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_Q9R6DTM92BR5A7Q0AA37?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Check this out at Amazon.com FOOKER MTB Pedals Mountain Bike... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Check this out at Amazon.com FOOKER MTB Pedals Mountain Bike... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Fooker pedals. Basically exactly like race face chester but cheaper.
Fooker MTB pedals on Amazon. Race face Chester copies $22
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_pe7rDb3FB91K2
People may frown upon this, but you can get knockoff Raceface Chester's on Amazon. I haven't had any issues with them.
FOOKER MTB Bike Pedal Nylon 3 Bearing Composite 9/30 Mountain Bike Pedals High-Strength Non-Slip Bicycle Pedals Surface for Road BMX MTB Fixie Bikesflat Bike https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4Z2QDbWFSG3KD
Real Chester's aren't expensive either. RaceFace Chester Pedal Black, One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018J1J7QE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_e12QDbWQHCQ78
There awesome, way better than the stock ones. Try them out... FOOKER MTB Pedals Mountain Bike... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Fooker aka race face Chester clones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AEZIDbBS0GNKH
I'd suggest getting a fast rolling rear tire like this https://www.jensonusa.com/Continental-Double-Fighter-Iii-Tire-700X5029X20-Wire-Bead-Sport?pt_source=googleads&pt_medium=cpc&pt_campaign=shopping_us&pt_keyword=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMInaKjzMGj3AIVglYNCh1qQgxAEAQYASABEgIsLfD_BwE
and a little more aggressive front tire like this https://www.bikegallery.com/product/bontrager-xr3-comp-tire-178863-1.htm?variations=513105&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIne6l1MKj3AIVl4vICh38fgqoEAQYDCABEgJFyfD_BwE
for pedals, these are cheap, have a little bit of grip, and they're lightweight https://www.amazon.com/FOOKER-Composite-Mountain-High-Strength-Non-Slip/dp/B07D66NDS3/ref=sr_1_6?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1531740815&sr=1-6&keywords=mtb+pedals&dpID=41Q8pjOiyaL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
I'm not sure what you mean by "mount a trailer hitch.....with kid in tow", however, if you mean something like this: https://www.walmart.com/ip/WeeRide-Co-Pilot-Child-Bike-Trailer/24772112?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222227017966849&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=43538956712&wl4=pla-83259643472&wl5=1014485&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=24772112&wl13=&veh=sem
then it's no problem at all since the whole thing is easily removable with an allen wrench (4 bolts to remove)
FOOKER! (no-joke) There actually is a really great nylon platform pedal that is cheap yet really durable. It is a total knock off of the Raceface Chesters (same design and bearings and everything) but still really good.
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The only downside is you get a pedal with 'fooker' on it
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