The crank brothers mallet 1 dham bike pedal has been made as strong and durable as a mallet for downhill and all mountain biking use the mallet is made from a polycarbonate body that has incredible strength that is enhanced by the stamped steel wings and forged chromoly steel spindle that also makes the bike pedal run smoothly at all times and withstand the high demands of even downhill rides the cleats on the pedal are made from premium brass which looks good as well as being practical and d