No float mtb/gravel pedal options? Can pedals w/ a platform reduce float?

Equipment
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Due to some old injuries from other sports, riding pedals with any float hurts one of my hips. On the road I ride 0-float Shimano cleats with Shimano pedals and that works great.

I’ve been doing some gravel riding and I’m looking for some input on pedals. I tried SPDs and that was a total no go. I’ve been using eggbeaters with 0-float cleats and that’s better, but there is still enough squish/foot movement that it causes pain. I’ve started using my road pedals and shoes on my gravel bike, but that is not a great option since I do sometimes need to walk. And I do want to be able to bail fast if needed.

Are there other pedal options? I was wondering if pedals with a bigger platform, like the Mallet E, might do a better job of holding my foot planted, or if I should just accept the limitations and use my road pedals and shoes.

Any input would be appreciated!

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You will have to dig to find some (discontinued years ago), but the Speedplay Syzr Pedals had adjustable cleat float that could be set to zero.

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Crank brother candy is an egg beater with a small platform and I believe a no float clear option, I’ve got ones with float.

I think they are ones with more of a platform but blanking on the model.

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I have the mallet E on my gravel bike and am happy with them. Mostly for two different reasons, because I need float for a knee with cartridge damage. What I think you’ll appreciate is the pins and why I use that Crank Bros pedal specifically. I can clip out if it gets chunk, with my Five Tens still get a good purchase on the pedal but easy escape to dab or bail out, haven’t needed often but I feel better knowing it’s an option. When I’m clipped in the combo of cleats and pins lock my foot in place pretty solid.