I have never used clipless pedals before, and so, I have some very
basic questions. I'm looking at buying a LeMond Big Sky SL that comes
with Shimano M505 clipless pedals.

Looking at what's available, I see a vast range of prices
(http://www.nashbar.com and http://www.performancebike.com). I realize
I get what I pay for, but what should I look for in a shoe? Some of
these prices seem quite a bit lower than those at the LBS - any
advantage buying at the LBS as opposed to online? I assume the shoe
size is the same as my regular sneakers?

Here's what I found in the FAQ - it seems to describe my needs fairly
well.

Thanks,

Atri


Cycling Footwear

When it comes to cycling footware, I think the best option seems to be
one of the walkable clip-in shoe systems such as the Shimano SPD.
Having a shoe that you can walk in has two big benefits. First off,
if you have never toured, you will be surprised at the amount of
off-the-bike walking that is done during the course of the day in
order to buy food, take photographs and check out historic sights.
Secondly, having to carry a pair of walking shoes means extra bulk and
weight.

I would not recommend Look cleats for touring. I do a lot of walking
which is unavoidable. It has been my experience that even a little
bit of wear on the Look cleat can make it behave differently in the
pedal. While Look cleat covers
are available to protect the cleat during walking, during a normal day
on the road you do so much on and off the bike activity that it seemed
like too much bother to take the covers on and off and on and off,
etc.