A review of this model of Crampon pedal said: "But that exposed axle has a side effect that drove us nuts-noise. The shoe rubbed the axle on longer climbs or anywhere we pedaled with the foot in one place for an extended period." Have you had experience with these pedals? Did you encounter "noise"?

I am interested in these pedals but not at $140 with shipping to New Brunswick. I could be enticed at $120 including shipping.