>>1497521>SPDs... can definitely feel the hotspotI suspect that people who put up with SPD hotspots (or "don't experience it") aren't actually riding that much. Some will say "get stiffer shoes", but that really affects the "walkability advantage".
>>1497869>>1497872I used that chart recently when I got a pair of Mavic Cosmic Pro II (three bolt shoe), and I found the sizing to be accurate. I'd say go a half size up if you plan on wearing something other than a thin sock (when it gets cold, etc). This is my first pair of Mavic shoes, and they compare favorably with shoes I've used in the past (Shimano, Giro, Sidi).
>>1498070I have MKS pedals with a similar quick release mechanism, and it's super convenient. I have a few pairs: flats w/ fixed straps, Look clipless, and Time clipless. A pedal swap takes less than 30 seconds.
Note the flats on the collets are narrow, so you gotta get the $12 pedal wrench from MKS (Hozan, Park Tool, & Pedro's won't fit), or be willing to crank on your 15mm cone wrench.
Tbh, unless it's a slow social ride, or a bunch of errands, I use the Look clipless for everything.