Don't be afraid to reconsider using clipless pedals in the future.
Quite possible to effectively ride a bike with plain pedals, pedals with mini-toe clips, pedals with toe clips and straps, or clipless pedal systems.
Quite possible to fall over for any number of reasons.
Can't remember ever falling over because of clipless pedals, pedals with toe clips, or PowerGrip straps. But, then again, I have a middle-aged man's memory.
My wife is quite content with loose toe clips/straps on her hybrid and with mini-clips on the tandem.
Different pedal strokes for different folks.
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Bacchetta Giro A20, RANS V-Rex, RANS Screamer