One other point. For me it is really clumsy to get my pedals into proper position for a good start if not clipped in. My SOP is to clip one foot in the SPD, then rotate it backwards (pulling) to get into position to crank with that foot. If not attached to the pedal, I have to hook my toe under the pedal, which is messy and far less precise. I might go too far and have to do it over again, even. And then the light could be changing! Horrible!!