Originally Posted by HillRider
I disagree. SPD (or other "MTB pedals" like Speedplay Frogs.) are very suited to road use if used with good quality stiff soled shoes. Unless you race or ride where there is no traffic and stop signs, pure road pedals are a pain. Their single sided design (except Speedplay road pedals) and the slick, non-walkable cleats are a nuisance at best and a real hazard in wet or slippery conditions.
i agree. i chose to have MTB spd pedals because it was better suited for me riding around town and to prolong my cleats. i don't plan on racing so the mtb pedals are fine for me.