I primarily ride flats but have ridden SPD and the CB Candy. I agree with Jeff that the Candy is easier to get out of, which can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your perspective. On the other hand I also found them easier to get into, which is helpful when clipping in on a climb or technical section. A friend of mine just switched to the CB Mallet, which has more of a platform. He likes them a lot.