Originally Posted by SwampDude

Please comment on the studs shown in your pic. Do you feel them through the sole of your shoe? Do they cause discomfort over a 2 or 3 hour ride? Are they screw ins, which are easy to remove?

I remove the studs from my pedals because street riding is all I do. Slipping off of the pedal has never been a problem for me with generous-size platforms. I can appreciate the value of studs over rough terrain, but I question their usefulness on smooth pavement.