Another informative one Jay👍 I would have loved to be able to use my flat pedals more, as they have the advantages you mentioned on bikepacking trips. As a rule I don't have the issues you just had with the spd pedals, quite the opposite: after using my flat pedals for a week I developed so much pain underneath my feet I realised, they're not for me. I Guess it depends on your physique and the riding you do, main thing is to try out your setup properly before a longer trip 😊
I'm a big fan of fairly chunky trail running shoes with flats (pretty good on and off the bike) but clipless and some kind of super light, packable walk around option for the end of the day is a nice combination too I think.
Thanks for the honest review JP. Personally I think being clipped in for touring or really riding in general is the only way to go. As far as not being uncomfortable for walking, I think you have to ask yourself is having shoes that you may walk a km or less is worth it to sacrifice the benefits of being clipped for 100+ kms? Also strapping a pair of sandals to the Panniers is what I have been doing works great for off the bike. Also sore feet could have something to do with your cleat positioning. Talk to you soon
@@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures Lots of great points. As I mentioned at the end of the video I think I need to give them another go though still feel inclined towards goats but with stiffer soled footwear.
I have been using Merrell trainers or a pair of waterproof hiking shoes on long tours, but I think a proper pair of dedicated mountain bike shoes, like from Adidas, is the way to go. Thanks for sharing and take care. Jay
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Another informative one Jay👍 I would have loved to be able to use my flat pedals more, as they have the advantages you mentioned on bikepacking trips. As a rule I don't have the issues you just had with the spd pedals, quite the opposite: after using my flat pedals for a week I developed so much pain underneath my feet I realised, they're not for me. I Guess it depends on your physique and the riding you do, main thing is to try out your setup properly before a longer trip 😊
Flats all the way for me.
@@PitanuBoonyaratvej Flats already back on my Surly!
I'm a big fan of fairly chunky trail running shoes with flats (pretty good on and off the bike) but clipless and some kind of super light, packable walk around option for the end of the day is a nice combination too I think.
@@onemorecyclist Nice 👍
Wonderful video
@@freelancheromor Thanks. Much appreciated 👍
Thanks for the honest review JP. Personally I think being clipped in for touring or really riding in general is the only way to go. As far as not being uncomfortable for walking, I think you have to ask yourself is having shoes that you may walk a km or less is worth it to sacrifice the benefits of being clipped for 100+ kms? Also strapping a pair of sandals to the Panniers is what I have been doing works great for off the bike.
Also sore feet could have something to do with your cleat positioning.
Talk to you soon
@@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures Lots of great points. As I mentioned at the end of the video I think I need to give them another go though still feel inclined towards goats but with stiffer soled footwear.
I ride flats with 5.10 (adidas) mountain bike shoes. Very grippy soles and very walkable.
I have been using Merrell trainers or a pair of waterproof hiking shoes on long tours, but I think a proper pair of dedicated mountain bike shoes, like from Adidas, is the way to go. Thanks for sharing and take care. Jay
what's the best pedal for knockoff crocs?
i kid...nice show. thnx.
@@bertski60 Knock off Shimano Deore Xts 😙
Open toe sandals and flats for me...especially out here in TH....always been a bit of a hippy...
@@michaelhayward7572 I have gone back to flats but not yet embraced my full hippie within 🙂
@@Biking360lol.