any noticeable difference if I was to get any of the fancier ones?
Blades definitely feel different from the classical coil-spring design, but only on entry/exit. If you're happy with Classic, none of the other options offers anything you need except higher prices and insta likes. If you want stiffer release, get sprints or blades with stiff springs. If you want better support to resist pronation/supination, get one of the max types which have a wider platform. If you just want better pedals, get Shimano SPD-SL
Okay thanks, maybe I want stiffer release (sounds rude). I might try sprints, they look budget friendly. Feel like I’ve got too much play in one of my pedals at the moment despite tightening.
(Shimano - I don’t need more options! And I want to be compatible across all bikes)
I have blades on one of my bikes and I changed the springs to the stiffer ones as I didn't like the ones which were like spring onions. Entry is not always achieved at first attempt.
Blades definitely feel different from the classical coil-spring design, but only on entry/exit. If you're happy with Classic, none of the other options offers anything you need except higher prices and insta likes. If you want stiffer release, get sprints or blades with stiff springs. If you want better support to resist pronation/supination, get one of the max types which have a wider platform. If you just want better pedals, get Shimano SPD-SL