Originally Posted by
kickstart
Sometimes ideas from outside the box are helpful or insightful. Bean boots have a smaller sole than my Shimano or Chrome shoes, and even work with the clips on my Schwinn without adjustment.
I'm sure the OP can decide the value of my suggestion without your kibitzing.
Would prefer SPD- issue really is rain as opposed to cold/snow. Coldest here is 0deg C, if that. Usually around 10C (50F).