Originally Posted by
Salamandrine
IMO you lose quite a bit of efficiency without cycling shoes, feels to me kind of like adding 15 lb to your gear. Is it really worth it?
For me I never felt like I lost all that much efficiency changing to sneakers with clips and straps, so it was a non issue, but I understand that everyone is different in what they are sensitive to and what they wish to prioritize.
Originally Posted by
katzenfinch
Running shoes typically have wide heels that can rub your chainstays unless you ride pigeon-toed.
Yeah, this is why I like the Nikes I've been using for riding. The sole is pretty narrow, so it doesn't hit anything during the pedal stroke. I have a bit of concern about finding good shoes for hiking that don't contact the bike during the pedal stroke.