Originally Posted by
tractorlegs
. . . in your opinion. 40km is not much of a hassle for me on platforms - maybe he will go the spd route, but using flats is not bad advice, it's just a suggestion.
Agreed, and thank you!
I have twice ridden 115 miles in one day on platform pedals. I understand platform pedals are supposed to put me at a disadvantage. Perhaps so, but I think in terms of power the difference is much less than is commonly supposed. As far as needing to be clipped or strapped in to prevent a foot from sliding off the pedal, I will address that if it ever happens. In maybe 10k + miles I have yet to experience this problem.
Don in Austin