The design of the shoes meets my expectations. The shoe is stiff around the toes and can be tightened to provide comfort in other areas of the foot. The shoes, despite the appearance of the sole, are not designed to be attached to the pedal. However, the shoes are exceptionally small. After two tries I still don't have the right size for me. I first ordered 1/2 size larger than I thought I might need and then ordered a full size larger. The shoe is still snug, which can be acceptable for short trips with thin socks. (I'm still deciding if I'll get her back and be done with it.)