I'm rocking some Sidi Dominators which I absolutely love to DEATH. They're ultra-snug (if you want), and have a really great stiff, walkable sole. I would only trade them for the Dragons.

As for pedals, I use the Speedplay Frogs. It took a day or so to get used to (people say it's like riding on an ice cube), but now that I'm used to it, I love them. They have 20 degrees of float, which is great, and they're ULTRA easy to clip out of (no spring resistance, unlike all other pedals). I've used eggbeaters, and while they're pretty awesome (as in, had I not gotten a great deal on my pedals [$20 used parts bin], I would've gotten them and been totally happy), I prefer my pedals due to the float and ease of disengagement. I've never had a problem with popping out during climbs or sprints (unless I didn't engage all the way, or something).

Anyway, that's my 2 (or 10)c.