I have been using clip-in pedals for the last month or so. I can get out of them when I want to, however I can not get out of them when I need to. They are great through most of the trail but when it gets to a technical portion they make me wonder why I use the clip-in pedal and not the platform. They say I will get used to them. I hope I have enough skin on my shin and knees to learn how. I have loosened the tension, you may want to try the same. Did you race today at Mcmurty madness?