Originally Posted by
strangebrou
Thanks for all the responses. I do like the options with the SPD pedals with platforms of being able to snap in or ride with regular shoes. For those who tour with one of those models, how is walking with the cleat? Is that something you can do for a long time or just long enough to go to the bathroom?
Almost all mountain bike shoes and spd sandals are fine for hiking. My sandals were good enough to hike 2.5 miles and 2000' up to the summit of Lassen Peak on a maintained trail--for boulders or heavy brush, a shoe would be a much better choice.