I use these on all my bicycles ... road, touring, etc.

Shimano PDM324 Multi-Purpose Mountain Pedals
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...60_-1___202530


And as for bicycles, if you're thinking of club rides, centuries, and other long distance riding ... think Sport Touring. But go have a look at the Long Distance forum. There's a Your Century Bicycle(s) thread in that forum which might give you some ideas.