Originally Posted by
ianjk
I couldn't imagine riding w/o foot retention. Did it for a day or two when I first started and damn near killed myself. LBS should have clips/straps for less than ten bucks.
They do, they just are on order and should be on today. I am stoked because I used straps on my MTB when I was younger and loved them. I ride wearing Nike Frees and they grip the pedals so well that I knew I'd be alright.
I am not going to commute until I have the clips though.
As for the front brake, I always shift my weight back to keep the bike properly balanced and prevent an endo situation.