Originally Posted by 46x17
My advice is to get some decent straps the rest can be used if you want (silvans are a fine pedal for the money), but decent straps for sure. Cheap straps snap and then you are really hosed. Clipless is not ideal (dangerous) if you ride on the street. Search my previous posts on the topic for more opinionated comments regarding clipless.
I agree, however, if you want the versatility and qualities of clipless, then buy a set of
Look pedals from E-bay (I copped a pair for $5.00!), and pony up an extra $10.00 bucks for a pair of
Winwood Insteps - toeclip and strap adapter cleats, for real world applications.