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Bikes: Masi, Giant TCR, Eisentraut (retired), Jamis Aurora Elite, Zullo, Cannondale, 84 & 93 Stumpjumpers, Waterford, Tern D8, Bianchi, Gunner Roadie, Serotta, Serotta Duette, was gifted a Diamond Back
I use sidi mountian bike shoes with spd's and carry a pair of off bike sandals, for touring. I don't go hiking but may walk around town a bit.
I prefer spd clipless so I can walk relatively comfortably getting off the bike.
I have been riding with clipless since the 90's and have fallen a couple of times once with toe clips and once with clipless.
Can you even get a good pair of cycling shoes with a stiff sole that will work with toe clips? I prefer cycling specific shoes when riding and it needs to have a stiff sole. I don't like riding with my athletic shoes because my toes go numb.