I have Speedplays and love them. I seem to be able to get in and out of them in cases of emergency -- so I guess I think fast in those situations. I've yet to have a bad fall on my bike, but I'm constantly fearing one! LOL

I am pretty athletic but am STILL (aggghhhh!) apprehensive about joining in on group rides in our local cycling club. What's the deal with that? LOL I guess I need to get out and assert myself, because I'm sure this is a much more fun activity when you have people to ride with!