Clipless pedal stopping help
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I wondered if I was the only one who did that. I do it similar to a cyclocross dismount, except I don't cross my feet because I don't start running immediately
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Unless you're convinced, for a good reason, that you need clipless pedals just get good grippy platform pedals. Clipless pedals are not required for proper bike riding. Don't do this just because it's cool or your buddies tell you it's the right way. I did centuries using platform pedals. Yes, they make riding more efficient but you probably won't tell a difference, unless you make yourself believe there is a difference.
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I apologize if my attitude came off as rude. There are many of you that are very helpful and polite. There are also many of you that are condescending elitists that speak to others in a manner that makes them feel better about their own short(pun intended) falls. Thank you everyone for your advice. I think I've got it down now. This whole thread was just me trying to figure out what was an ideal way to stop. I am not physically unable to perform any of these recommendations such as coasting with a foot out and all the other things mentioned. I just thought asking would be better than falling a dozen times to learn on my own.
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