Oh, Help

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

What's your goal?

If it's casual, relaxing rides, go clipless.

If it's speed and endurance, I think you'll ultimately want the clips. I found that my speed improved about 15% with clips and that the adjustment was very easy.

I also don't think that SilverSon has had any slow speed incidents due to his clips and he just put them on one day, read the instructions, and started riding one day while we were out!

You're not a woos, but trust me, if the SilverFamily can adjust to clips...anyone can.

Mr.Silver,
I think your terminology is a bit off-

"Clipless" are the ones you snap/clip your special shoe into and then you are attached to the pedals.
"Clips" are the metal cages you stick your shoe toe into, with the leather strap across the top.
And then of course there are plain old platform pedals for us low brow types....

[cosc]

Python, I've had only used spd pedals for years, but decided to change since my last set of cheapo spd have been hard to clip in and out, plus my knee has been hurting. My new speedplay frogs are so easy to get in and out , I've only rode with them 70 miles, but definitely feel like they will be a winner in my book.
Some people with knee issues find the float easier on their knees. The mountain bike pedal allows you to use a cleat and shoe that is walkable. I was worried about the change since I am such a klutz, but felt like I could handle it after the bike shop set my bike on a trainer, so I could practice clipping in and out. Sometimes just placing my foot on the pedal was all it took to clip in. A miracle after my experiences with the spd's. There is many pedal options, but hope you can find the right one for you.