Originally Posted by
hatrabbit
I've always used toe clips on touring bikes, I guess I just got in the habit because that's what the bikes used to come with. How do you all ride? Clipless, toe clips, or bare pedals?
Nowadays, SPD for sure. It's an awesome system.
BITD, I used Lyotard #23 pedals, usually with standard cleated cycling shoes, but not always. They were already considered old fashioned, but I liked them because of the platform, which made them friendly to a variety of shoes. While I do get foot pain on occasion, I'm not sure I believe in hot spots. IME thin cycling socks are more comfortable than thick socks, and make more of a difference. No idea why.
If there's not a lot of hills, and you don't mind going slow, I can understand platforms. I grew up with being able to pedal 360º for maximum torque, and am not prepared to give that up.