Originally Posted by vpiuva
I've ridden SPD-SLs (on cheap Shimano shoes R072) for 3 years now and have had no hot foot issues. All their pedals have pretty much the same platform. I have both Ultegra and the lower level black ones.
Same here. Have tried several different pedals, and the SPD-SL (large platform, not to be confused with SPD) are very comfortable and solid to use. The cleats are also relatively walk-able. I even run Ultegra pedals on my all-Campy bike, and they haven't been rejected yet.
Highly recommend Ultegra pedals for roadgoing clydes. <$100 brand new on ebay or with a performance coupon.
Jim