Chacun a son gout, as the French say.

Coming from a racing background, I would find not being locked into the pedals quite distressing, especially when climbing steep grades out of the saddle on a fixed gear.

But if you're more comfortable not being attached to the pedals, then that's how you must ride!

Don't let anyone tell you how to ride! The more comfortable you are, the more you'll ride.

And when the time comes (and it may never come), there are always options!

Luis