I just got my husband on a new road bike this weekend and he has never used anything but platform pedals with a strapless toe cage. He was not too sure, but wanted to try so I got him the same kind I have - Look pedals. He caught on very quickly since you can flip the pedal and then clip in. He was surprised by how easy it was. I have tried some others in the past, but still like Look style pedals since I can turn them by feel.