I just saw this post, Kits, sorry for the late reply! But, I ride Tahos and Eggbeater Quatros. Not quite the same, but close. I like combination. I like that I can walk normally and not bust my a$$ on the tile flooring of where I work. I pull a lot on my pedal upstroke, but the lacing holds true and doesn't come undone under strain. I also tuck the lace loops into the velcro strap to keep the chain from eating them and haven't had any problems yet. I wore them commuting all winter with a pair of booties over the top and wool socks underneath and wasn't cold once. They even do double duty as work shoes if one forgets her regular shoes at home. Not that I have ever done that!