Originally Posted by John_V

I knew there was another reason why I like MTB pedals and shoes. Replacing cleats isn't a problem with the SPD cleats as they have tiny teeth on the bottom side that digs into the sole of the shoe. Replacing them is just a matter of matching the teeth to the impressions left on the shoe. Replacing the shoe is also easy. I have a pair of Specialized MTB Pro shoes that I will most likely replace with another pair when they wear out. They have horizontal and vertical alignment marks on them so you can align your cleats to the same position as they were on you old shoes. I don't understand why road shoes and cleats don't have that feature, considering they cost more.