Clipless is not so confining despite everyone's initial apprehension over being "trapped". Out this morning on Old Trusty with quill pedals, clips and straps. Had 'em strapped down nice and tight! Threw the chain halfway up a steep hill. There was no twisting out. In fact, there was no leaning down, flipping the buckle and getting release either. All there was was me flopping over sideways onto the pavement. Securely attached to my good olde fashioned pedals.

Moral: Clipless is good, just practice-- like your shifting--getting in and out until you don't think much about it anymore. As for me, I'm ordering those spd's.

Remember Kathy.....everyone here has been down the same learning curve as you.