The clipping in thing used to freak me out, too. Still does a little. But I was lucky that I got to practice on the back of a tandem. I clipped in at the beginning of a ride and didn't clip out unless I was getting off the bike. My husband unclips when we stop at signals, etc. He always takes the right one out and the bike leans to the right while I stay snuggly clipped in.

For a long time I would clip in both feet before we even started the ride. But lately, we clip in the right foot together as we get started. It's easier for him.

I'm awaiting my new Cannondale single to come in, which I'll be clipping into and out of ALL BY MYSELF!!! I've ridden my husband's single around the neighborhood a few times, practicing clipping in and out. I almost feel like a pro! I'm so excited!