Soon Checkpoint owner

Hi team, very long time lurker from NZ. Thanks to all that have posted as I've learned a lot and finally pulled the trigger and ordered a 2023 Trek Checkpoint ALR5 (on special at the moment so was within my budget). It should be ready next week! I will be going flat pedal and I have narrowed my choices to Race Face Chester Composite V2, One Up Composite and Race Face Ride Composite Pedals. I'll be riding mostly using my Asics Tribuco (trail running shoes) and Nike Metcon (my gym shoes). The store recommended One Up but I'm a little worried that the pins of both One Up and Chester can damage my shoes. Hence, I was leaning towards more on the Race Face Ride with moulded pins. Thoughts?

Re: cable that caused paint rub, I mentioned it to them and asked if they can assemble it right the first time. I might just send them a link to a reddit post to be clear. I might also get a roll of 3M tape.

Thanks again. I came from an entry level Avanti MTB.. so really excited for my Checkpoint.