I do not use clipless pedals while touring. Use them religiously on the road bike as I am out of the saddle a lot climbing and also on the flats when the need to pull and push is required to keep up with the paceline. Maybe I'm missing something but I do not understand the need for them while touring. Someone please enlighten me ! Most of my touring is solo and I worry about the inevitable chance of falling when not clipping out at stops. Maybe that comes with age and you younger guys do not worry about that........Enough said