Sorry but VFFs are like fingernails on a chalkboard to me, don't know why but just can't do it. I tried the socks for a while but couldn't keep them on for more than 5 minutes. I have a narrow foot with toes tight together so maybe that's it.

REI had this:
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advi...ing-shoes.html
and this:
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bike-pedals.html

Which I found very helpful for someone like me with little knowledge.

Greg