Hi people,
We are a couple that's planning a Grand Tour de l'Europe. Visit several cities and countries.
We will travel with only a backpack. Now, I would like to hear your advice.
I have SPD-SL pedals on my roadrace bike and would need to bring additional sneakers in the backpack (less space). Do you think it's better to put toe-clip pedals on my bike so I can simply use sneakers for the cycling?
We will do around 100km a day.
Looking forward to your reply.
Lyra & Vince.
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I'd strongly recommend using SPD shoes with a semi-stiff sole rather than a completely stiff sole. Racing shoes tend to be very stiff while mountain biking shoes are a bit more flexible. The mountain biking shoes won't click and make you look like you are walking like a duck while clipping in and letting you walk very comfortably. Something like this: https://www.mec.ca/en/product/6008-323/X-Alp-Canyon-Cycling-Shoes
As for carrying everything in a backpack, I'd suggest a small set of panniers instead.
The backpack will be hot and raise your center of gravity.
To answer the question you asked. I have traveled all over the USA and most of Europe on a bicycle. All I have ever used is sneakers it's never been a problem. Try to find sneakers with a stiff sole to spread out the force on the peddle. The less you bring the more enjoyable the ride. So I understand only wanting a backpack.
hello
You can use this model, expensive, but good
https://www.probikeshop.fr/chaussures-vtt-sidi-sd15-marron-2019/159442.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzv7X_8bR6gIVxJTVCh3VpQ2yEAQYAyABEgJ5ivD_BwE&gshop=FR&ef_id=EAIaIQobChMIzv7X_8bR6gIVxJTVCh3VpQ2yEAQYAyABEgJ5ivD_BwE:G:s
Best regards
Robert