Thanks guys. Yeah, I agree the $72 is pricey, but if they worked so be it. Hey, there is also the $267 option http://brucegordoncycles.bigcartel.c...trapless-clips

I don't want to loose alot of pulling foot retention, but if I went with open platforms I would loose it regardless. I figured the mini clips would at least keep the foot from sliding forward with slippery pedals, like the GR9's look to be. Sounds like full cage might be the only way to go if I want to do this. Plus, being used to clipless I am already used to the pulling power.