[QUOTE=noglider;11238427]IMy approach to mitigate that is to wear sandals that use SPD cleats and pedals that are plain on one side and SPD on the other. It's an almost perfect compromise. When I have my sandals or cycling shoes on, I get to use my cleats. When I don't, I'm pedaling on the tops of my plain pedals with no retention.

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Agreed - I would probably do that if I did not have an errand bike for casual use. Otherwise my clipless compatible shoes do very well for walking. The expense certainly is a factor. I chose to get very good shoes and have to have a wide width but they were worth it. They are Lake MX90's and happen to be on closeout right now from Lake at $69.00.