I use gnarly triple-cage bmx platform pedals on my tandem. It's just a lot easier to deal with the off-road situations we get into with the platforms. When I tour on my half-bike I use clipless. I'm willing to carry a lightweight pair of extra shoes to have the added comfort of my cycling shoes all day long. Besides, it always rains on me when I tour, so it is nice to have dry shoes in the campground. I tend to average 100-150 miles per day and have size 15 feet, so foot comfort is important to me.