Confession to make

[ny biker]

Lots of good food for thought - thanks! I must say, however, that I am not clipping in at this time. I tried it a month or so ago, for those who may remember my "clipless Olympics" that, among other things, necessitated a new helmet

You don't have to be using clipless pedals for the stuff I wrote. The important part is that you are more stable seated than standing when you're just starting to pedal.

Good luck!