Thanks for the suggestions...all good advise...I like the hiking boot/shoe idea. I use Shimano pedals that have two sides already. SPD on one side and Flat on the other..so the hiking boot idea would work for me. I just like want to keep putting the base miles during the winter. I enjoy riding this time of year...bundle up and put some miles on. Its always an adventure to ride in the winter. I don't like to ride in the snow but if its dry and 25 deg. I'm riding.

Thanks