Hi
I am looking for SPD shoes for indoor spinning (thats what my gym uses) and to put on my Orbea road bike. LBS suggests that SPD is traditionally MTB shoe and road bikers should use the 3-hole cleat, stiff-soled shoes. As a first timer road cyclist, its kindda confusing to me whether I need two pairs or can do with SPD on both indoor and outdoor.
For outdoors, I am weekend rider (no commuting at all) and don't see a reason/need to walk during the ride but having that option is nice. Reason being, I ride alone and not in groups so if I have bike troubles, I'll need to walk to get help. For spinning, I have been doing it 3 times/week for last few months and thinking of upgrading my footwear.
If SPD's are fine on road bikes, I wouldn't mind spending 80-100 bucks on a half-decent pair of shoes that can be used in both places (bike and spinner). Otherwise, I'd be inclined on buying cheaper shoes for both. Do I need to invest in both types of shoes or can I do with one type?
I am looking for SPD shoes for indoor spinning (thats what my gym uses) and to put on my Orbea road bike. LBS suggests that SPD is traditionally MTB shoe and road bikers should use the 3-hole cleat, stiff-soled shoes. As a first timer road cyclist, its kindda confusing to me whether I need two pairs or can do with SPD on both indoor and outdoor.
For outdoors, I am weekend rider (no commuting at all) and don't see a reason/need to walk during the ride but having that option is nice. Reason being, I ride alone and not in groups so if I have bike troubles, I'll need to walk to get help. For spinning, I have been doing it 3 times/week for last few months and thinking of upgrading my footwear.
If SPD's are fine on road bikes, I wouldn't mind spending 80-100 bucks on a half-decent pair of shoes that can be used in both places (bike and spinner). Otherwise, I'd be inclined on buying cheaper shoes for both. Do I need to invest in both types of shoes or can I do with one type?