Originally Posted by
Homebrew01
If you decide to get clipless shoes & pedals, as a newbie, I suggest buying shoes from a local store(s) so you can try various brands and sizes. The best brand of shoe is the one that is most comfortable on your foot.
+1. You will spend a few months in a trial and error phase in which you will probably end up with much different gear than the one you started with. I highly suggest a place like REI where you can try the equipment and if it doesnt work for you, you can always return it and get something else until you find what suits you. REI pretty much as an unconditional return policy. So you can even try it for a few weeks and if it's not for you, go back.