If your shoes suck, your day sucks. Get a decent pair of pedals and shoes to go with it. We all were scared when we started clicking in. It's a weird feeling, but think about it. You got the balls to jump 25lbs of aluminum, why not grow the marbles to click in? Your natural instincts will pop you out when you fall, and before you know it you'll want to up the tension because you pop out during your drops and kickers.
Get the M545, or look into the Crank Brothers platforms. They'll last you many seasons, so it's worth the investment. Plus they look extra gravy compared regular platforms.
BTW, Adidas and Cannondale have nice shoes that you may like.
Last edited by drPheta; 05-20-07 at 11:57 PM.