Originally Posted by
ilikebikes
I'm sure I'm going to get ripped for this but WTF. I don't like them at all, I mean unless your training for a race or some **** why would you use 'em? Want to be a better rider so you can zoom past slow riders while giving them the stink eye? OK, if thats what you do but again, why would you use them if not for those reasons? I used to commuted to work daily rain or shine for 8 years with clips and straps with no problems, and I tried clipless for 2 of those years.....hated it and still do.
It's not about beating someone to a stoplight and giving them the stinkeye. Don't be so dramatic.
It's simply more efficient. No different than running proper tire pressure or fitting yourself properly on the bike. It makes the ride less work.
To each his own. I don't like cheese or mushrooms.