Look's reborn Geo City Vision pedals wrap your feet in 360-degree LED light, shed a third of the old model's weight and cost 40% less - so the real question is whether light-up pedals actually make a commuter safer.
What Look actually changed
Look first launched the Geo City Vision back in 2020 as a premium, light-up flat pedal for commuters. The 2026 version is a ground-up redesign that does two unusual things at once: it adds capability and drops the price. According to road.cc, the new pair lands at GBP 75 (~R1 600) - a 40% cut on the previous GBP 125 (~R2 700) RRP.
The headline hardware change is the light. Each pedal now carries a single magnetic light module that wraps the end of the body and curls around both sides for true 360-degree coverage. It pushes on, holds magnetically, and pops off in seconds to charge over USB-C - replacing the old model's fiddly in-place charge ports. It is still made in France and, per Bikerumor, fully rebuildable.
By the numbers
Source: Look / road.cc
The safety pitch: lights that move
The core idea is biomotion. A light bobbing up and down at pedal height mimics human movement, which our visual system locks onto faster than a static dot. Look leans on this hard: it says moving lights at pedal level make a rider up to 5.5 times more visible than a fixed seatpost light, and frames the pedals around urban intersections - citing a figure that 60% of cycling crashes happen at junctions.
It is a genuinely interesting claim, but worth reading with care. BikeRadar attributes the 5.5x number to Look itself rather than an independent, peer-reviewed study, so we are treating it as a manufacturer claim - compelling in principle, not lab-certified here.
Full specs vs the old model
New Geo City Vision vs the previous grip model
| Geo City Vision (2026) | Geo City Grip Vision (prev.) | |
|---|---|---|
| RRP | GBP 75 (~R1 600) / EUR 79.90 (~R1 500) / USD 95 (~R1 600) | GBP 125 (~R2 700) (GBP 115 (~R2 500) as reviewed) |
| Weight (pair) | 380 g | 584 g |
| Light module | Magnetic, tool-free removal | Fixed, charged in place |
| Charging | USB-C, 3 h | USB-C via port covers |
| Waterproofing | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Platform | 100 x 103 mm composite | Composite + Vibram rubber |
Specs: Look / road.cc
View data table
| Battery life (hours) | |
|---|---|
| Steady | 15 h |
| Flashing (eco) | 60 h |
What the reviewers say
“Most comfortable flat pedal I have ever ridden with.”
First looks from around the web
Independent verdicts from across the cycling press — follow each link for the full review.
Solid and refreshingly simple
“The pedals feel reassuringly solid, as you'd hope from a pedal likely to be exposed to the rough and tumble of everyday use.”
Read the full reviewPremium commuter pick
“These are some of the most premium commuter flat pedals you'll find on the market.”
Read the full reviewSmall gains that matter
“Improved visibility in urban traffic remains an area where even small improvements can make a noticeable difference!”
Read the full reviewUnquestionable comfort and grip in all conditions, but whether the extra visibility was worth the old price was debatable - exactly the gripe the 40% cut targets.
Should you buy them?
The case for and against
- Much cheaper than the old model (GBP 75 (~R1 600) vs GBP 125 (~R2 700)) and lighter (380 g vs 584 g pair)
- Genuine 360-degree, movement-based conspicuity that static lights can't match
- Magnetic module pops off tool-free for USB-C charging - no fragile port covers
- IPX7 waterproof and works with any normal shoe; no cleats needed
- Up to 60 hours per charge in flashing mode
- 3-42 lm is a supplement, not a legal replacement for a steady rear light
- Two modules to remember to charge instead of one rear light
- The 5.5x visibility figure is a manufacturer claim, not independent testing
- Prior generation had fiddly small buttons and a fragile port cover - watch for carry-over
- No confirmed South African distribution yet
Tap to vote — see how readers lean
Buyer questions
Are these clipless or flat pedals? +
Flat. The Geo City Vision has a 100 x 103 mm composite platform designed to grip everyday shoes - no cleats or cycling shoes required. The clipless light-up option in Look's range is the separate Keo Vision.
Can I use them in the rain? +
Yes. They carry an IPX7 rating, meaning the pedals can survive immersion in 1 m of water for 30 minutes - so rain and road spray are not an issue.
How do I charge the lights? +
Each pedal's light module is magnetic and pulls off in seconds with no tools, then charges over USB-C in about 3 hours. A USB-C charger is included.
Do they replace my rear light? +
Treat them as a supplement. At 3-42 lumens they boost conspicuity through movement and 360-degree coverage, but they are dimmer than a dedicated 100-500 lumen rear lamp and may not satisfy local lighting laws on their own.
Can I buy them in South Africa yet? +
There is no confirmed SA distributor at launch - UK stock runs through Chicken Cycle Kit at around GBP 75 (~R1 600). Use the price-watch above and we will surface local pricing as soon as a retailer lists them.
Look's light-up pedal story
- 2020Original Geo City Vision
Look launches its first LED-equipped urban flat pedal at a premium price.
- Nov 2025Keo Vision clipless lights
Look brings integrated lighting to its clipless road pedals (Keo Blade Ceramic Vision, Keo 2 Max Vision).
- 2026Geo City Vision redesign
Full redesign: magnetic 360-degree light module, lighter body and a 40% price cut to GBP 75 (~R1 600).
Sources and further reading
- Look redesigns Geo City Vision LED pedals and slashes price by 40% — road.cc
- These flashy flat pedals are the best thing for visibility since the hi-viz jacket — BikeRadar
- Look Geo City Vision is a lit commuter pedal — Bikerumor
- Look Geo City Grip Vision pedals review — road.cc
- Geo City Vision official specifications — Look Cycle
- New Look Keo Vision pedals with in-built lights — BikeRadar
The first Geo City Vision was a lovely, over-priced curiosity that earned a 7/10 mostly for comfort. By cutting the price 40%, dropping ~200 g and making charging genuinely painless, Look has fixed the exact criticism that held the old one back. As a supplement to a proper rear light, a pair of moving, all-round lamps at pedal height is one of the smarter conspicuity ideas in commuting - just don't treat the 5.5x figure as gospel, and keep that steady red light fitted too.
