I'm buying clipless mountain bike pedals and shoes. Should I splurge more on the

[dankmaster24]

shoes or pedals? I have limited funds (less than $120) and I would like to buy a set of clippless mountain bike pedals and a pair of the "performance" style shoes. What is more important, nice shoes, or nice pedals? Which should I splurge more on?

I am thinking about the brands nashbar and shimano, and I am wondering whether I should get the cheaper nashbar pedals and the more expensive shoes, or the more expensive pedals and cheaper pedals.

 

[harmonv]

Very good question.

I agree 100% with Eli.
Any decent pedal will transfer power to the wheels.
Shoes, however, are a whole different matter.
Get the best fitting pair you can afford because they will reward you with each stroke of the pedal.

 

[Josh]

why would you want to splurge on anything

 

[Hittin It Old Skool]

Shoes - large sole and a waffle pattern. DC's or something along those lines.

Pedals - Sealed bearings, with fairly sharp pins.