I have a pair of the Shimano MT33 that I wear primarily for winter commuting. They are very sturdy and well built but as another has said they are on the heavy side but that's not a deal breaker for me. I would wear them touring but I have a pair of lighter spd shoes that I wear. I carry a pair of slides to wear when off the bike. I cannot speak for the Pearl Izumi shoes but they look fine. You might also consider the shimano mt43. They have a velcro strap which you can cinch down and which holds your laces down so they don't get in your chain.