Originally Posted by krokumr .
I don't know if you have made a decision yet and I don't want to beat a dead horse. Here is a bit of marketing on the Speedplay Frog pedals I mentioned in an earlier reply. "
Speedplay Frog TI Titanium Pedals Speedplay Frog TI Titanium Pedals: Not just a great off-road pedal system, Speedplay Frog pedals are ideal for road riders who prefer a recessed, walkable cleat. Like their amphibious namesake, Frog pedals are equally at home in dry or muddy terrain. Their unique cleats are virtually immune to clogging with mud or dirt, because debris is pushed out whenever you engage the pedal. This simple mechanism also puts an end to those infuriating falls caused by gunked-up pedals that won't release. You get out when you want to, and never when you don't. Of course, you also get all the advantages of Speedplay's other innovative designs: knee-friendly, non-centering free float; lightning-fast entry and exit; and phenomenal light weight. Whether you ride a mountain bike, road bike, tandem or 'cross bike, the Speedplay Frog can do it all. It has an extremely light-walkable cleat system made even lighter with titanium spindles Frog Titanium pedals per pair -206g Conceived with the goal of bringing mountain bike pedal performance on par with that of road pedals, the Frog is the most versatile pedal you can buy Saves weight because the Frog has a single retention mechanism in the cleat instead of two redundant mechanisms located in the pedal like most off-road systems Minimalist design does away with confusing adjustments, because engagement security doesn't depend on spring tension G3 Frog cleat is stronger, more durable, easier to mount and compatible with two-hole SPD®-style road shoes Quickly and easily sheds mud, because debris is pushed out when the cleat engages with the pedal Tough resin composite body is highly resistant to impact damage Lightning-fast release puts an end to falls caused by pedals that won't disengage."
I would agree with all the claims based on using them for almost 4 years. I have the Stainless Steel version which is slightly heavier but considerably less costly than the Titanium model. I haven't seen any one respond to the foot comfort issues I mentioned about the Look Keo Max 2 pedals I have. If you always ride in dry conditions and seldom walk with your bike shoes on then the road shoes might be fine; if you have no discomfort issues. Sounds like you are my size-I am 6'2" and 225 lbs. and wear a size 14/49 Euro shoe. I also don't see any acknowledgement of the unsatisfacory performance in wet and dirty conditions or the lack of durability of the road cleats in the other replies. I suspect most road bikers have never tried Speedplays. I have used both and am very biased now. Good luck and please report your experience.