The other thread was moved to Politics & Religion. You can still read it and get the pedal info from it.
It was 6 pages long, and I think everything that could be said about clipless pedals was said.
Originally Posted by
lectraplayer
I've seen egg beaters. I think Bob's Bikes had them for $70. What kind of footwear should I check out? Also, how well do they hold up to some light hiking? I'm talking pack on the bike, and I "go look" down a trail I don't want to try to get my bike down.
If you want clipless pedals, and the ability walk, then I think the "SPD" type, used for mountain biking, will work. I don't know much about them, but that's usually what people recommend because the cleat is recessed so it doesn't get in the way when you walk.
Most dedicated road shoes and pedals have a cleat screwed to the bottom of a smooth soled shoe. They are slippery when walking, and walking can damage the cleat, so they are only good for a few careful steps here & there.
Here's a link to an article and some pictures of the different types:
http://drivemybike.wordpress.com/200...als-the-shoes/