More pedals - SPDs on a road bike?

[tulip]

I use SPDs on my road bikes all the time. There's no need to use other pedals unless you like them better or if you have knee issues and want pedal-cleat system with more play. I have one pair of cycling shoes--my beloved Shimano MTB cycling shoes. My last pair lasted 10 years, and the cleats wore out (stripped, stuck, could not replace them). The shoes were still good. So I got myself another pair a few years ago. I use them for my road bikes, my errand bike, and for spinning. No mountain bike at the moment.

You might want to consider some campus pedals. They are SPD on one side and no clips on the other side. I have those on my errand bike. That way, you have a choice.

[redrhodie]

I use SPDs on my road bikes all the time. There's no need to use other pedals unless you like them better or if you have knee issues and want pedal-cleat system with more play. I have one pair of cycling shoes--my beloved Shimano MTB cycling shoes.

Me too!

[ny biker]

I have SPDs on my road bike.

[batsheva]

i use one sided SPD on my road bike - lots of people do - there;s no particular reason why you shouldnt - and if you are used to clipping in on SPDs you wont have a problem with the same kind of pedals on your road bike, i'm sure..

[missjulied]

Yep, here's another one with spd's on all her bikes. Just go with what feels right for you.

[woohoo]

Thanks for the replies everyone! From the sounds of it sticking to SPDs should be fine, which is great news as it'll probably save me £150! Now I just need to decide if I want another set of M324 pedals (like on my mtb) or A530s, which might be a bit more roadie. I love an excuse to go to the bike shop!

Thanks again, Lynne.

[batsheva]

if you can afford the a530 pedals they would look great on your new road bike :-)