Originally Posted by
Don in Austin
I understand platform pedals are supposed to put me at a disadvantage. Perhaps so, but I think in terms of power the difference is much less than is commonly supposed. As far as needing to be clipped or strapped in to prevent a foot from sliding off the pedal, I will address that if it ever happens.
for the way most of us commute, i don't think that using platforms is putting you at much of a disadvantage power-wise.
the reason i ride clipless isn't because i fancy myself as some TdF champion or anything silly like that, i just like being physically attached to the bike. it makes me feel more in control of the bike and more secure on it when i'm up out of the saddle hammering my legs off to catch a green light.