Originally Posted by
rifraf
I love my Shimano PD-T780 XT SPD Trekking pedals.
They have a platform and clip in on one side only.
I don't like being clipped in on really technical terrain and appreciate being able to ride the flat side of the pedals in situations where I feel there is the potential for a fall.
For normal riding I like to be clipped in.
These pedals suit me down to the ground.
I love these pedals for the exact same reasons you do. The SPD side works fantastic, and I like the platform side of business minus they fact they don't have the best traction with the shoes I wear. Great pedals if a mixture of road and technical riding are your style.