Thanks for the input guys. Just to make sure I get this right: looking for 1 pair of shoes to ride either mtb or road. I plan to get pedals for both bikes. I do like the "platform" style as it may give me more support (size 12 shoe) when cranking on the mtb...yes/no? Is there a "do it all" pedal that would work well for both?
And thanks for the heads up on Performance (Sacramento has a store). I'm a member and will stop in for a fitting...thanks for the reminder on shoe fit.