It can feel like one giant step for mankind when it comes to deciding on the best cycling shoe and pedal system to go for, and is it even worth it? While you can technically wear any sort of shoe to ride your bike, if you're wanting to step up your training or feel in more control of your bike, then considering a proper pedal and footwear system is the best step forward. If you're completely new to cycling footwear, start with our buying guide to learn everything from terminology to types of pedals and let's get started!