Getting ready to by my first pair of Road Shoes and Pedals. I've tried on several pairs (brands). However, I'm confused. More than once a salesperson has tried to sell me a shoe with tread. I might walk just a bit in my shoes so the cleat that protrudes alot and the slick carbon surface may not be the way I want to go. I will be doing mostly group, or charity rides. Distances possibly up to 75 miles but usually less. No racing, no Tri's . The shoes they have shown me seem to be more of a MTB shoe. Does anyone wear those on Road Bikes? I have also seen some that instead of a slick Carbon sole...they have more of a rubberized (not so slick) sole with a recessed area for the cleat. (SPD - two hole) Still somewhat of a traditional stiff soled Road Bike shoe, but not carbon. Any suggestions, or advice? Also, I have had recommendations for ALL types of pedals. I had though maybe I would prefer the two sided SPD clips, but yesterday a salesperson told me they LOVE the eggbeaters pedal. I thought that was more for Mountain bikes? So much to learn. Thank goodness for sites like this! Would love any advice. Thanks!