Be it on a mountain, road, CX or hybrid bike, a quality shoe and pedal combination can make your ride, as it facilitates one of the key contact points between you and the bike.
On a road bike, most riders use a clipless pedal system, such as SPD-SL, which, combined with the cleat in the shoe, offers a very efficient connection with little float, allowing the maximum transfer of power through the cranks.
On a mountain bike, riders have two options; flat pedals or clipless, such as SPD and Crank Brothers. Clipless pedals on a mountain bike may be favoured due to more efficient pedalling, and a recessed cleat, allowing easier walking.
Velo Bikes also sell many styles of flat pedals, from Hope, DMR, HT, Crank Brothers and RaceFace, which, combined with a quality shoe and pins, offer incredible grip and are often preferred for steeper, more technical riding.