I have used Light Action pedals since they were introduced in 2006. I love them. They are extremely easy to clip in and out of. I have heard that it takes about half as much pressure to engage the Light Action pedals as it does with Zeros, but I have no experience with Zeros.

I started with SPD-SL pedals and I had a hard time getting in and out of them especially on hills when the pedals would hang close to upside down. Also, I do not use coffee covers anymore. I coat the cleats with Shoe Goo which makes them easy to walk in and appears to extend the life of the cleats. I am on my second set of cleats since 2006. However, I missed a year of riding due to surgery.