I have mountain bike pedals on my road bike. I like them b/c they are easy to get into. I also have mountain bike shoes that are very lightweight but still have a slight bit of tread on the sides. They are easy to walk in so that makes it easy for me. I just bought these about a month or so ago and the folks at Richardson Bike Mart recommended them and said alot of the folks that work there wore them. Now if you are racing, I'm sure that things change - weight being a major concern. But for me, just building my base and putting in the miles, these are working great for me. This was my first attempt at clipless, so double sided pedals are very helpful. (I just have to keep reminding myself to unclip - one greatly skinned-up knee and a few bruises later)

I felt a bit of a hot spot on my Sunday ride for the first time - was not that great -- but it was kinda fleeting - right at the end of a 21 miler. Hoping that it was just a fluke, but if not, I will try adjusting my cleat to alleviate the discomfort.