Both the DX and the Hellcats cleats (Time ATAC) sit up in further than the sole surface, so you are not walking on them. Obviously the soles are stiffer on SPD shoes so its a bit of give and take with shoes for flats.The lowest point of the shoe is the cleat so you're always gonna be walking on the cleat however you tackle this.
My wife is interested in this too. Can you shoot me some details or a website to look up?Looking for options. A mate has got me interested in MTB orienteering. Did an intro event with the family, and really enjoyed it. So after shoes that are also good for light bushwalking/hiking (if they exist).
Any suggestions on options (including good suppliers)?