It does not matter that your shoe is not contacting the platform of the candy pedal. Remember, on eggbeaters there is no platform at all. I like candy pedals. Like you, I made my transition to clipless by going with Candy pedals. I got several pair for 19 bucks on sale and haven't worn them out. They are easy to clip in and out of and have enough float to accomodate my effed up knees.