Hi all,
I am new to the world of road-biking, and I plan to do centuries for the rest of my life. LONG hours in the saddle, touring the world . . . sounds like perfection to me.

That said, I only have a pair of Specialized Taho mtn bike shoes, and I am concerned about wearing them with clips on a road bike.

What are the benefits to using road shoes rather than mtn bike shoes on long rides?

I was told that I might develop "hot spots" if I wear mtn bike shoes with a small clip like a Crank Bros (which I might get).

Can I stick with the Taho shoe and just get a more substantial pedal (perhaps a pedal with a clip on one side and a "normal shoe" side on the other?), or will that not eliminate my potential issues wearing these shoes for hours on end on the road?

Any and all feedback on the benefits and differences of shoes are truly welcomed!

Thanks!