I too dislike clipless in an urban environment and I carry my clipless shoes in a backpack until I'm clear of all the crazies that cut you off. Sometimes I don't want to carry this backpack which is why I'm looking for some casual shoes. I have a good pair of mountain biking shoes but I find that they are difficult to position on the platform side of my pedals. They are made to install clips but I use them without. A flat bottom casual shoe with a firm sole is what I'm looking for and one without laces would be preferred.