i've read a lot around this site without posting, so i'm finally going to just join in on the discussions from now on.

on here i've read a lot about crank bros egg beaters, but i haven't found the exact answer to what i'm wondering, though people have alluded to a conclusion... do egg beaters create real painful hotspots on long rides (i ride 300+ miles/week) because of the small surface area? i figure that very stiff shoes my reconcile the problem, but i'd rather get proof from those who know.

if not, i definitely think i'm going to pick up a pair of these guys!