Originally Posted by
Machka
I use Shimano PDM324 Multi-Purpose pedals ... platform on one side, SPD clipless on the other. The best of both worlds.
What made me hesitate is how hard that model is to service, needing a special set of two tools that Shimano sells for 80$+
I've used simple spiked platform, BMX style, for the last week. Took some time getting used to, coming from the clipless world, about 2-3 commuting runs. Are clipless necessary: no. Are they useful: yes, especially while climbing or accelerating when we really can pull hard on the pedals.