I used to ride with eggbeaters, I got sick of putting on my shoes when I just wanted to go for a short ride. I switched to some platforms just for around town, but I've decided that I'm not going to swtich back. I have a pair of hiking/climbing shoes that have a sole nearly as stiff as a cycling shoe. I can walk in them comfortably for hours, and pedal for hours without any discomfort.
http://www.rei.com/product/780853?cm...:referralID=NA