Thanks, gals. it always helps to get a woman's view on things:-)

These were slightly used when I got them. Many of my fancy bike parts tend to be hand-me-downs. I am not quite so hard core as to need to splurge on new things (except clothing and shoes...sadly a reflection of my life outside cycling). i don't know how "broken in" they need to be. They are in great shape, barely used. Should I jump around on them more? I do manage to eventually clip in after a few tries.

I really want to try them because my bf loves his speedplays and as much as I love my SPD's, especially since I no longer tip over and can clip in like i've been doing it for years (it's only been a few months), I do like the double - sided-ness of the Speedplays. I will try try again. I'll update just in case I fail miserably!